I compete every chance I get but I don't practice too hard. This is my first season swimming, been to 3 meets, but I have only attended 2 coached practices. This is partially due to my work schedule, but another reason is my practice swimming is very laid back and enjoyable, maybe only 2 - 3 minutes of suffering throughout.
Even if I'm slow and come close to last place, as long as my times still improve I will keep the same method. At some point I will hit a wall, then I might have to change things.
I compete every chance I get but I don't practice too hard. This is my first season swimming, been to 3 meets, but I have only attended 2 coached practices. This is partially due to my work schedule, but another reason is my practice swimming is very laid back and enjoyable, maybe only 2 - 3 minutes of suffering throughout.
Even if I'm slow and come close to last place, as long as my times still improve I will keep the same method. At some point I will hit a wall, then I might have to change things.