How many of you swim on your own and have had success stories? Masters PB's or better, perhaps? What difficulties do you face on your own?
I have often heard people give the advice to join a team, stating that the friendly competition is good motivation. Is it possible to be motivated enough whilst training by yourself and really excel?
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I've been solo for the last year, but I'm at the point where I've plateaued and need a push. I can only go so hard and so far on my own and then I just don't have that extra to push me to go harder. I really miss the days of swimming club & college when you have a team and everyone suffers together. I'm getting ready to start up with my local masters team once my swim pass expires (since I'm paid up for 3 more weeks).
Plus, at the pool I swim at I'm not allowed to use the blocks to practice starts, etc.....need a "coach" on deck. Also, its kind of hard to do relays when you are solo!! :D
I've been solo for the last year, but I'm at the point where I've plateaued and need a push. I can only go so hard and so far on my own and then I just don't have that extra to push me to go harder. I really miss the days of swimming club & college when you have a team and everyone suffers together. I'm getting ready to start up with my local masters team once my swim pass expires (since I'm paid up for 3 more weeks).
Plus, at the pool I swim at I'm not allowed to use the blocks to practice starts, etc.....need a "coach" on deck. Also, its kind of hard to do relays when you are solo!! :D
