So, how many of you don't fit the sterotype, over 6 foot if you are a guy or 5'"8 if you are a gal. I'm only 5'4", so how many of us are there out there?
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I'm 6'1"175lbs.
I'd gladly give up an inch or two for increased flexibility, esp in my ankles and knees...
I am 5'5" but come from an athletic family so it hasn't hindered me in most sports...and I find swimming to be the most level playing field at my level.
My father is 5'10 and my son is destined to remain sub 6'. I call my son a little "powerhouse" because he's so compact and solid...he's got faster event times than a lot of the taller boys in his age group and I attribute it to his detail oriented personality. He really focuses on his form and improving his efficiency in the water.
His only real issue is the coach's inability to nurture any swimmer other than those with the "typical swimmer" biological assets. So, he's kind of in it for himself right now.
When he feels "small" compared to others his age, I remind him that his height isn't a barrier...just another of life's obstacles that will make him stronger in the long run.
I am 5'5'' and weigh 115. I get beat all the time by people who are smaller/bigger/older/and younger than me. I think sucess is determined by stroke quality and physical conditioning. :anim_coffee:
I'm 5ft 3 inches and 110 pounds, but I hold my own in the pool!
Good for you! -Ive seem six footers plus-with every physical assett possible-but without training ,a good coach, intent and a big heart fail miserably.:cheerleader:
I am 5'4.5" and I love distance but I think I'm a sprinter! I think I was supposed to be shorter (my mom is 5'1" on a good day) but swimming probably lengthened me out a bit :) Sure, taller swimmers say they get to the wall quicker but that just means I can swim longer to get faster.:)
I am a 5'0" and 108lb girl and I only compete against guys, but I still win! My favorite thing about swimming is getting out of the pool and hearing my opponents whisper "I just got beat by that little girl."
