Now that it's the off season (for me, anyway), I've started swimming laps at my local fitness club.
For me, it's a family tradition. My brother, who's five years older than me, swims a mile several times a week. And my dad, who's 85, swims half a mile three or four times weekly -- without stopping. It's incredible. He's slow, but he's steady as a clock (Lord, I hope I have his genes!).
So I figured, if they could do it, why not me? Hey, I'm in pretty good shape. I've been skiing all winter. Should be a piece of cake!
Let me tell you, it's a workout. I've gone four times so far, and though each time I've managed to do half a mile, I do have to stop for a few seconds every few laps.
My goal is to do it like my 85 year old pop. I'm working on it.
For me, it's a family tradition. My brother, who's five years older than me, swims a mile several times a week. And my dad, who's 85, swims half a mile three or four times weekly -- without stopping. It's incredible. He's slow, but he's steady as a clock (Lord, I hope I have his genes!).
So I figured, if they could do it, why not me? Hey, I'm in pretty good shape. I've been skiing all winter. Should be a piece of cake!
Let me tell you, it's a workout. I've gone four times so far, and though each time I've managed to do half a mile, I do have to stop for a few seconds every few laps.
My goal is to do it like my 85 year old pop. I'm working on it.