So I am new to long distance swimming, and I am quickly falling in love:smooch: but...sometimes, those really long consecutive swims bring out the ADD in me. So what are some things you guys think about when your swimming for hours consecutively?
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1) First & foremost, TECHNIQUE, esp. as I fatigue.
2) Math equations.
3) Trying to pace off others. (Not just pace with them, but if I am slower, trying to keep them from lapping me, or if I'm faster trying to see how often I can lap them.)
4) Others in the pool. Bonus points for attractive women.
5) Stroke counting every 10 laps or so.
6) Throw in a 50+ yard acceleration every x minutes. (5-10).
7) Try to remember things. (e.g Name of every grade school teacher you had. Name of every girl you ever kissed (and didn't laugh at you afterward). Name of every pet you ever had, etc.)
8) More math equations.
Unlike Rob, I try to avoid thinking about music since one song tends to get stuck in my head - who really wants to listen to The Knack's "My Sharona" for 3 hours?
It is important to keep a balance between disassociation (most of the list above) and association (being totally aware of your technique, aches, pains, etc). With practice, you will find your balance.
-LBJ
1) First & foremost, TECHNIQUE, esp. as I fatigue.
2) Math equations.
3) Trying to pace off others. (Not just pace with them, but if I am slower, trying to keep them from lapping me, or if I'm faster trying to see how often I can lap them.)
4) Others in the pool. Bonus points for attractive women.
5) Stroke counting every 10 laps or so.
6) Throw in a 50+ yard acceleration every x minutes. (5-10).
7) Try to remember things. (e.g Name of every grade school teacher you had. Name of every girl you ever kissed (and didn't laugh at you afterward). Name of every pet you ever had, etc.)
8) More math equations.
Unlike Rob, I try to avoid thinking about music since one song tends to get stuck in my head - who really wants to listen to The Knack's "My Sharona" for 3 hours?
It is important to keep a balance between disassociation (most of the list above) and association (being totally aware of your technique, aches, pains, etc). With practice, you will find your balance.
-LBJ
