I just started swimming again after, oh, 20 years or so. I did 25 lengths my first day in the pool and thought I was gonna die, now a month later I'm up to 65 and feeling fantastic.
A friend of mine recently started running and we've been talking about how wonderful it has been to find an exercise program that we LOVE instead of just endure. She just completed a half marathon and is working toward running a full marathon. Her goal is to run the Boston Marathon.
I was a synchronized swimmer when I was a kid. I've never raced in swimming and I don't know that I'd enjoy it, but it would be great to have a goal to work toward.
Does anyone have any suggestions?
It may be heresy to mention it here, but if you are old enough, look into your state's Senior Games (also known as Senior Olympics). In my experience these meets are low-pressure, lots of fun, and very welcoming to newcomers.
Goals: Compete in your regional meet, compete in your state's championship meet, compete in the Nationals (next edition is Houston, 2011).
It may be heresy to mention it here, but if you are old enough, look into your state's Senior Games (also known as Senior Olympics). In my experience these meets are low-pressure, lots of fun, and very welcoming to newcomers.
Goals: Compete in your regional meet, compete in your state's championship meet, compete in the Nationals (next edition is Houston, 2011).
