After a long layoff, I am getting back into swimming and I have some questions to ask.
1. How often should I rest? I plan on practicing at least 4 or 5 times a week. Bear in mind I am going to start out very slowly.
2. Any recommendations for a goggles or swim mask? I am thinking of using a swim mask starting out.
3. What should my basic swim program entail?
4. What should I be aware of starting out?
Well, right now I need to get up to speed first but I will look into that in the future.
We hear variations of this comment all the time.
If you do in fact have an accessible masters club near you, why not let a coach with a planned program and watchful eye get you up to speed?
While not all clubs are created equal, most coaches will help you through these beginning steps if you ask from the start.
My advice would be to swim very easy starting up. Begin in the cruiser lanes, not in the lane with an interval you think you should be able to hold... Make friends with swimmers of all speeds.
Pay close attention to your technique (even have yourself video-taped & critiqued - Forumites love offering this free service) and you will be less likely to develop the physical (shoulder especially) problems.
Per Jazz... 100% agree - it's not just for racing!
"3. This isn't your fault but nearly everyone asking for a training plan just need to read this: Ande's Swimming Tips: Swimming Faster Faster
Somebody please sticky Ande's thread."
Well, right now I need to get up to speed first but I will look into that in the future.
We hear variations of this comment all the time.
If you do in fact have an accessible masters club near you, why not let a coach with a planned program and watchful eye get you up to speed?
While not all clubs are created equal, most coaches will help you through these beginning steps if you ask from the start.
My advice would be to swim very easy starting up. Begin in the cruiser lanes, not in the lane with an interval you think you should be able to hold... Make friends with swimmers of all speeds.
Pay close attention to your technique (even have yourself video-taped & critiqued - Forumites love offering this free service) and you will be less likely to develop the physical (shoulder especially) problems.
Per Jazz... 100% agree - it's not just for racing!
"3. This isn't your fault but nearly everyone asking for a training plan just need to read this: Ande's Swimming Tips: Swimming Faster Faster
Somebody please sticky Ande's thread."
