I headed to the pool this morning for some laps. Over night, we had a snow/ice/heavy wind storm so I feared the roads would be a mess and the gym might delay opening or close altogether. I'm determined and my car has AWD, so I'm not missing a day (assuming the snooze button doesn't win). It's funny, when the weather goes to crap my only concern is that the gym might close. Not that a tree branch will crash through my bedroom window, or that I'll slide off the road, but that I can't get to the gym.
Not surprisingly, the pool was empty most of the morning. I was alone for at least 15 minutes before another guy showed up. The water was colder than normal also. No pull buoy today. I cruised, going nice and easy. But, my pace is getting a little better because I increased my 30 minute lap count personal best from 42 to 48. Not bad. I actually hit 30 laps in about 16 or 17 minutes, again going nice and easy. I think I can get to 60 laps in 30 minutes before too long. I know I wear this out, but swimming is awesome. Anyone not doing it needs to get in the pool! Do it! :)
Anyway, great swim. I finished with 4 fast laps. It's funny. A guy that gave me some pointers said, "Over time, the pool will seem to get shorter." He was absolutely right. Just like when I started running and a mile seemed like a big deal, the distance is getting very manageable in the water.
Another great thing about the water: No pain! I ran 12 miles Sunday and I'm still sore. I swam today and except for the raised endorphins, I'd never know I worked out today. NO pain, no impact, no soreness, nothing. Even when I swam those 100 laps, I was fine after. If I run 5 miles, I feel it for a day or two.
Speaking of running soreness, I have found that I avoid injury from running by spacing things out. I ran 12 easy miles on Sunday, and I'll be ready for a run again tomorrow. I could have probably run today, but I love my swims. Having a bike and the pool to balance out my runs is great. If my legs get a little sore, the bike or pool will help me maintain my fitness without making my legs worse. I hate to beat a dead horse, but training for a triathlon makes me a "Jack of all trades, master of none" but it's very enjoyable and the variety keeps me injury free.
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