What things have you been forced to give up to swim?
Former Member
Since most of us have limited time we have had to make some sacrifices. For me it is: Golf and a clean house.
I love golf but haven't played at all in two years and maybe 10 times in the last seven. My wife and I both work full time and have two small children, so it's hard for me to justify spending six hours on a weekend to play golf.
It stresses me out to have a messy house but there just isn't any time in the day, unless I gave up the remainder of my free time at the end of the night but I'm too exhausted and stressed. I'll watch the game (the one thing I haven't given up - thank god for the DVR!) and leave dirty dishes in the sink. Actually not sure if I would have more energy for this if I didn't swim but I would surely have more time.
where do i begin! ear drum, shoulder, dog walking and evenings with the wife.( would only be tv time) slacking on my scout duties and gym time with weights.
but i won't give up on my swim time!!
I have given up walking the dog, having a clean house, and having all of my files/receipts organized. I spend two hours in the water daily and when I get home I have to get everyone fed/put to bed and clean up the mess from dinner. I have given up spending time with my fiance as well. He goes to bed at 7pm to be at work at 3am, so I really don't get to talk to him or watch TV, etc.
But, my family knows that I will never give up my swim time. It keeps me healthy, mentally and physically and I absolutely love coming home and telling my honey all about my workout!!! It's a rush to me :)
For all of swim season - no Popeyes chicken :badday::bolt:
I gave up all fried things, and cheeseburgers.....I just had a Homer Simpson moment...mmmmmmmmmmmmmmm....Cchhheeeeseebuurgerrrrr..
I feel much better though.
