Hi im Markus, I am currently completing my Doctorate in Clinical Psychology at Deakin University. As part of my degree I am conducting research related to how swimming may improve psychological wellbeing.
As most swimmers (including myself) would have experienced for themselves there are many psychological benefits to swimming. For instance the sense of achievement and challenge plus the relaxation and escapism of swimming are well reported. However, in spite of this being a consistent theme in magazine articles, books, and film there has been a distinct lack of research related to how swimming may improve wellbeing over a prolonged period of time.
To address this gap the aim of my study is to investigate the relationship between engaging in physical activities (such as swimming) and improvements in subjective wellbeing. If you are 18 years old or over and a swimmer you are invited to take part in this research. The whole process is anonymous and conducted entirely online and will take less than 15 minutes, so it won’t take up too much of your time. Just click on the link below.
www.deakin.edu.au/.../swimming
Your participation in this research is greatly appreciated!
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I get to work usually around 6:45 and I'd say 50% of the employees are already working when I get here. This is a large company that makes airplanes and starts with the letter "B." :)
Seriously? When do people leave? Are they trying to beat traffic or something?
I still don't get why so many people get up to swim that early
i wish i could swim at 5 AM... there isn't a pool around here that is open that early.
watch the sun rise and you own the day!
An interesting addition to the test would be to see if noodling has an opposite effect on wellbeing than swimming.
Opposite effect on the noodlers or the noodlees?
An interesting addition to the test would be to see if noodling has an opposite effect on wellbeing than swimming.
They do seem to have a bitter hatred for actual swimmers.... perhaps that's grown out of the fact that SOME of them just can't do anything more athletic than that? (Not to say its not athletic, but I would venture to guess swimming is harder)
They do seem to have a bitter hatred for actual swimmers.... perhaps that's grown out of the fact that SOME of them just can't do anything more athletic than that? (Not to say its not athletic, but I would venture to guess swimming is harder)
That's for sure, especially in my case! Those noodlers made my life a living hell! And, I truly believe that a big part of it was exactly what you stated. I think they resent the fact that I'm younger, more athletic, can actually swim, and, worse yet, can swim butterfly. I really think I was the victim of their insecurities, jealousy, and resentment. Even still, swimming DOES make me happier! :bliss: There is no way I'm letting the noodlers get me down!
An interesting addition to the test would be to see if noodling has an impact on wellbeing of swimmers.
Sure it does- they become spiteful, hate getting their hair wet and need hot water when they workout. Ha Ha Ha! Just kidding!
An interesting addition to the test would be to see if noodling has an opposite effect on wellbeing than swimming.
At first I read this as:
An interesting addition to the test would be to see if noodling has an impact on wellbeing of swimmers.
The sudden turn towards noodlism inspired my most recent vlog. Please check out what I think will prove the most reasonable solution to our warring camps!
PANE and MLE, Others to form alliance; Thorpe as spokesman? forums.usms.org/blog.php
The sudden turn towards noodlism inspired my most recent vlog. Please check out what I think will prove the most reasonable solution to our warring camps!
PANE and MLE, Others to form alliance; Thorpe as spokesman? forums.usms.org/blog.php
If you haven't read this yet - I highly suggest you do. This is quite possibly the most brilliant thing I've ever seen.
The sudden turn towards noodlism inspired my most recent vlog. Please check out what I think will prove the most reasonable solution to our warring camps!
PANE and MLE, Others to form alliance; Thorpe as spokesman? forums.usms.org/blog.php
:lmao: :rofl:
P.S. I feel honored you used my quote! And, yes, I will still stand by what I said! :D
