Today was a rest day (from running), so I headed to the gym for some laps in the pool. It was raining anyway, and I try to avoid running in the rain. I got to the gym and changed by 5:45am (when they open the lap pool) but the lifeguard didn't open the door until 5:50am. This shouldn't be a big deal, but that's 5 less minutes I get to swim as I HAVE to be home at 6:30am, which means I have to leave the gym by 6:15am.
Anyway, I hopped in a lane on the end and got to work with the pull buoy. I also received some new ear plugs. The PlayDoh kind weren't working for me, as water got in easily. To date, the most laps I have done is 30 in 30 minutes. With only 25 minutes I was planning to get in 24.
I started slow and easy, pacing one of the older guys next to me. By 6:00am there were several people in the pool, even some waiting for an open lane. New Years Resolution crowd! I found that going at a slightly slower pace meant I have to stop less often to catch my breath, and I was able to get 30 laps done in 25 minutes. Also, my new ear plugs worked much better than the old ones.
I have really enjoyed my time swimming. I leave the pool feeling "worked out" but not sore all over. After a run, my legs are often screaming at me to quit the sport. Also, I've found that swimming in the morning is the perfect substitute to a cup of coffee. I feel energized, alert, and ready to take on the day. I cannot say enough good things about swimming. I'd like to go when I have more time and see if I can go for 50 or 60 laps. I bet I could.
Since I did my pushups and crunches last night, I think tonight will be a rest night. I'm scheduled for a 10 mile "long" run tomorrow. I'll let you know how that goes.
My new swimming ear plugs
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