I am a new Masters swimmer, 48 years old, who will be competing in my first meet on March 27 & 28. I haven't competed since 1979 and wasn't that fast then (100yd breaststroke 1:19.6). I don't know my current 100yd breaststroke time, however, my timed 50yd breaststroke diving in from the edge of the pool (no blocks available) was :42.
It has been suggested to me in another thread that I purchase a tech suit for meets. How much time will this save me in short races? I am on a budget and would like use my Speedo Endurance Training suit I purchased on clearance, at least until I get better!
Thanks!
I would like to see all swimmers focus on improving their athleticism in some way. We all have different stories about time availability, injuries, and commitment levels.
Can you squat, pull yourself out of the pool, do push ups or sit-ups - or run for your life?
Work with your coach or another knowledgeable athlete and find something to improve your basic strength.
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Good points Ahelee.
Eliane, I've been swimming masters for 10 years now. I don't nor have I ever worn the "latest and greatest" in tech suits yet my times are dropping and I'm making top 10 every year. I just bought the TYR Fusion 2 for $70 that will be legal after 6/1/10 so to me it was an investment. I will save this suit for Nationals and wear my other, older ones until then.
In the mean time, I will work on my body, eating habits, etc to get myself faster. So don't worry about a suit. If you want one, get an inexpensive one just to try it out. But just a basic suit would be good for you, too.
And hopefully we'll see you in Atlanta :) I graduated from Norcross so to me, Nationals will be like going "home".
I would like to see all swimmers focus on improving their athleticism in some way. We all have different stories about time availability, injuries, and commitment levels.
Can you squat, pull yourself out of the pool, do push ups or sit-ups - or run for your life?
Work with your coach or another knowledgeable athlete and find something to improve your basic strength.
)
Good points Ahelee.
Eliane, I've been swimming masters for 10 years now. I don't nor have I ever worn the "latest and greatest" in tech suits yet my times are dropping and I'm making top 10 every year. I just bought the TYR Fusion 2 for $70 that will be legal after 6/1/10 so to me it was an investment. I will save this suit for Nationals and wear my other, older ones until then.
In the mean time, I will work on my body, eating habits, etc to get myself faster. So don't worry about a suit. If you want one, get an inexpensive one just to try it out. But just a basic suit would be good for you, too.
And hopefully we'll see you in Atlanta :) I graduated from Norcross so to me, Nationals will be like going "home".
