5k Swimming Challenge
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This thread is great fun to follow
I'm not swimming at the moment because the pool is closed for replastering. It will open after 6 weeks. Gah! As an adult learner, I'm hoping I'm also not an adult "forgetter." I' super hopeful that there will be some muscle memory in me when I return in October. The most I have ever swum was 81 laps, and the next day, I was ravenous. I'm not even sure how I kept going. My basic minimum is 45. Kind of arbitrary, but I lift, run and do a deep water interval training class too, so I don't often get enough time to do more than that.
Keep going @LeiLaura ! It's super fun to hear about your progress!
Oh, and how do you like the mp3 player? I got a waterproof iPod from Santa a few years ago and I absolutely LOVE it. I just had to get used to NOT singing while I swim, lol
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girlwithcurls2 wrote: »This thread is great fun to follow I'm not swimming at the moment because the pool is closed for replastering. It will open after 6 weeks. Gah! As an adult learner, I'm hoping I'm also not an adult "forgetter." I' super hopeful that there will be some muscle memory in me when I return in October. The most I have ever swum was 81 laps, and the next day, I was ravenous. I'm not even sure how I kept going. My basic minimum is 45. Kind of arbitrary, but I lift, run and do a deep water interval training class too, so I don't often get enough time to do more than that.
Keep going @LeiLaura ! It's super fun to hear about your progress!
Oh, and how do you like the mp3 player? I got a waterproof iPod from Santa a few years ago and I absolutely LOVE it. I just had to get used to NOT singing while I swim, lol
Sounds you have enough experience that your muscle memory will be there for you!1 -
tracybear86 wrote: »Ugh! How do you swim that far without goggles! My nose piece broke halfway through my swim one day and I was like "Welp, I guess I am done for the day!".
Moral of the story...have a backup pair. 
I bet your times get even better once you grab some!
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girlwithcurls2 wrote: »This thread is great fun to follow I'm not swimming at the moment because the pool is closed for replastering. It will open after 6 weeks. Gah! As an adult learner, I'm hoping I'm also not an adult "forgetter." I' super hopeful that there will be some muscle memory in me when I return in October. The most I have ever swum was 81 laps, and the next day, I was ravenous. I'm not even sure how I kept going. My basic minimum is 45. Kind of arbitrary, but I lift, run and do a deep water interval training class too, so I don't often get enough time to do more than that.
Keep going @LeiLaura ! It's super fun to hear about your progress!
Oh, and how do you like the mp3 player? I got a waterproof iPod from Santa a few years ago and I absolutely LOVE it. I just had to get used to NOT singing while I swim, lol
Oh, thank you so much, I really appreciate the support! You guys are all so helpful and motivating
That sucks that your local pool is closed, I couldn't go that long without a swim nowadays (says I, who didn't swim for 3 years until six weeks ago!). I'm sure your muscles will remember, though. After a couple of swims it will feel more like it used to. Probably took about a fortnight for me to get my performance back up after the long gap, and I feel stronger with every swim. Good luck, keep us posted!
As for the MP3 player, it's GREAT! the ear plugs don't fall out, and the band stays put on the back of my head (sometimes I have to adjust it a few times to find the right position, but a couple of lengths in and it's fine). The music is clear, and can be a decent volume without being heard by anyone else. Felt really weird the first time I went in the water wearing tech, though! I've been playing the Bridget Jones movie soundtrack on it, it's pretty upbeat, and perfect for swimming This is it here:
https://www.amazon.co.uk/your-orders/pop/ref=ppx_yo_mob_b_pop?_encoding=UTF8&gen=canonical&lineItemId=jhpgmomsoloquoy&orderId=205-5351398-2041147&packageId=1&returnSummaryId=&returnUnitIndices=&shipmentId=DCpHGkPhF
And here is the finger counter I wear so I don't have to remember how many laps I've swum!
https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/aw/ya/ref=yo_ii_bia_view?ie=UTF8&ac=bia&reorder_params=B000R3X0AC,205-9657297-4469145
The Great Goggle Hunt is ongoing (on the plus side, I did find my daughter's!), but if they don't turn up, after much research, I'm going to get these:
https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/aw/d/B07PJPHV89/ref=ox_sc_act_image_2?smid=A3PZJVC0L6PR4O&psc=1
As for the hair, I'm going to try Acquaguard + disposable shower cap + the swimming shampoo and conditioner + this:
https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/aw/d/B07V363FH9/ref=ox_sc_act_image_3?smid=A33JA74I6B2GDJ&psc=1
Out of interest, does anyone use a nose plug? I haven't felt the need, but wondering if I'm missing out like with the goggles...
Thanks, everyone! And thanks again @girlwirhcurls, I hope you can get swimming again soon.0 -
How's it going?
You got goggles yet? 1 -
How's it going?
You got goggles yet?
Not yet!! I might give it a go with my daughter's in the morning, but if that fails, I'll have to wait till pay day to get some more... Been frustrated this week, as only got to the pool once because of work. Hope I haven't taken a step backwards tomorrow! Thanks for checking in 1 -
You reminded me that I need to buy new goggles and a lap counter before the pool re-opens! My lap counter died. I can't see the one you posted, but I'm guessing it's similar. It's a ring and it's really accurate (assuming I remember to click it when I turn around, that is). I buy all of my stuff from swimoutlet.com. If you're in the UK, I'm not sure that's possible for you, but stuff is cheap. I even get suits really cheap because they have a "grab bag." They put all of the old styles/colors into this category and you only choose your size and style. You get what you get, and you can't return. I've never been disappointed. I even tried the Speedo prescription goggles for $18 and they're great. I couldn't drive home with them on, but they allow me to see the clock, or the end of the lane when someone joins in without letting me know.
Hopefully you're getting more swims in this week, @LeiLaura . And come on over to the swimmers group! It's a little quiet right now, but we're a friendly bunch and very encouraging
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I've been fortunate to have the time and opportunity to do a lot of open water swimming this summer in the lake where are triathlon group trains . I completed 28 swims for a total of 25 miles, plus another 2.4 miles in triathlon/swim events this summer. It was so much fun and such progress from last summer when I struggled to maintain my composure during the lake swims. Today was likely my last swim of the season because the temps are dropping and I'll be gone next week. Such fun! Now it's back to masters swim at the pool for the winter.
Completing .9 mi swim up river & down river in Columbia River aqua bike event.
Practice swim in Columbia River before event
Wildcat Lake where we train
With some of my training buddies before a morning swim at Wildcat lake
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Let us know how long you take... I am going to go with well over 1 hour, probably in the 2 hour window. My niece, a competitive swimmer was the only female to finish her 5k swim (1 50 mins without stopping), the only other one to finish in under 2 hours was a 15 year old male that is a competitive swimmer, he finished before she did.1
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I've been fortunate to have the time and opportunity to do a lot of open water swimming this summer in the lake where are triathlon group trains . I completed 28 swims for a total of 25 miles, plus another 2.4 miles in triathlon/swim events this summer. It was so much fun and such progress from last summer when I struggled to maintain my composure during the lake swims. Today was likely my last swim of the season because the temps are dropping and I'll be gone next week. Such fun! Now it's back to masters swim at the pool for the winter.
Love the photos!
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@lorrpb pointed out this thread (thanks @lorrpb !) I swim for recreation, but do enjoy improvement of endurance and distance. That's a great idea to use the MP3 player in the pool. I never thought of that. Since I mostly ocean swim, the marine life keeps me interested (if not occasionally distracted) and makes the time go by fast without any boredom. I've never used gels or anything to replenish myself during a swim, but only after I get to shore. I usually swim about a mile+ or 2km for fun. With the inspiration of a challenge, I'll look into what I can take with me to rehydrate to go for longer distances! Will follow this thread to see what else other swimmers are up to. Great job on keeping up with swimming @LeiLaura and keep us all posted!
As for nose plugs, I tried them for distance swimming and didn't like them. When I would take a breath, for whatever reason more water got into my mouth. Also, I feel better being able to breath thru my nose underwater. But, it does seem to help me with free-diving.1 -
girlwithcurls2 wrote: »You reminded me that I need to buy new goggles and a lap counter before the pool re-opens! My lap counter died. I can't see the one you posted, but I'm guessing it's similar. It's a ring and it's really accurate (assuming I remember to click it when I turn around, that is). I buy all of my stuff from swimoutlet.com. If you're in the UK, I'm not sure that's possible for you, but stuff is cheap. I even get suits really cheap because they have a "grab bag." They put all of the old styles/colors into this category and you only choose your size and style. You get what you get, and you can't return. I've never been disappointed. I even tried the Speedo prescription goggles for $18 and they're great. I couldn't drive home with them on, but they allow me to see the clock, or the end of the lane when someone joins in without letting me know.
Hopefully you're getting more swims in this week, @LeiLaura . And come on over to the swimmers group! It's a little quiet right now, but we're a friendly bunch and very encouraging
Ooh, thank you, I'll check out both the link and the group! I'm still swimming and MY NEW GOGGLES HAVE ARRIVED! Going to try to swim a new record this week 1 -
I've been fortunate to have the time and opportunity to do a lot of open water swimming this summer in the lake where are triathlon group trains . I completed 28 swims for a total of 25 miles, plus another 2.4 miles in triathlon/swim events this summer. It was so much fun and such progress from last summer when I struggled to maintain my composure during the lake swims. Today was likely my last swim of the season because the temps are dropping and I'll be gone next week. Such fun! Now it's back to masters swim at the pool for the winter.
Completing .9 mi swim up river & down river in Columbia River aqua bike event.
Practice swim in Columbia River before event
Wildcat Lake where we train
With some of my training buddies before a morning swim at Wildcat lake
Oh wow, well done! It looks beautiful there1 -
Let us know how long you take... I am going to go with well over 1 hour, probably in the 2 hour window. My niece, a competitive swimmer was the only female to finish her 5k swim (1 50 mins without stopping), the only other one to finish in under 2 hours was a 15 year old male that is a competitive swimmer, he finished before she did.
1 hour 50 mins! That's amazing! What stroke did she do?0 -
surfbug808 wrote: »@lorrpb pointed out this thread (thanks @lorrpb !) I swim for recreation, but do enjoy improvement of endurance and distance. That's a great idea to use the MP3 player in the pool. I never thought of that. Since I mostly ocean swim, the marine life keeps me interested (if not occasionally distracted) and makes the time go by fast without any boredom. I've never used gels or anything to replenish myself during a swim, but only after I get to shore. I usually swim about a mile+ or 2km for fun. With the inspiration of a challenge, I'll look into what I can take with me to rehydrate to go for longer distances! Will follow this thread to see what else other swimmers are up to. Great job on keeping up with swimming @LeiLaura and keep us all posted!
As for nose plugs, I tried them for distance swimming and didn't like them. When I would take a breath, for whatever reason more water got into my mouth. Also, I feel better being able to breath thru my nose underwater. But, it does seem to help me with free-diving.
Thank you so much for for the support, and for joining the thread! Yes, I've come to the same conclusion re nose plugs, but I do love my MP3 player. For some reason, I find listening to the Bridget Jones movie soundtrack highly motivating when I swim! Trying out my new goggles today, will see if I can swim for longer...2 -
I ordered new goggles and a new lap counter (mine died). And I just found out the the pool opening has been pushed out by another week, and likely to be more than that. It's already been closed for 4 weeks, now looking at 3 more, at least
I'm going a bit bananas, but spending more time lifting and with my family. They're so happy to eat dinner at 6pm instead of our usual 8pm! 1 -
girlwithcurls2 wrote: »I ordered new goggles and a new lap counter (mine died). And I just found out the the pool opening has been pushed out by another week, and likely to be more than that. It's already been closed for 4 weeks, now looking at 3 more, at least I'm going a bit bananas, but spending more time lifting and with my family. They're so happy to eat dinner at 6pm instead of our usual 8pm!
Oh dear, that must be driving you mad having to wait! Will cross my fingers that it opens soon...0 -
@LeiLaura How did your goggle work out?1
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tracybear86 wrote: »@LeiLaura How did your goggle work out?
They're great, thanks! Still trying to get the tension just right as they're a bit tight still, but MUCH better than using my little girl's! Thank you for asking 2 -
tracybear86 wrote: »@LeiLaura How did your goggle work out?
They're great, thanks! Still trying to get the tension just right as they're a bit tight still, but MUCH better than using my little girl's! Thank you for asking
I'm not a goggle expert, and have normally just bought what I think are called "leisure" goggles. I didn't care what color, as long as I felt the suction. But since then I've used tinted (especially when the sun is at a bright time of day and I need to sight distances, or just see where I'm going for that matter), and competition goggles. The latter are so much lighter and comfortable for me. I don't compete, so I'm not using them to streamline or gain speed or whatever, but because they are less bulky, I prefer them. I snorkel too, which uses a mask. I don't swim in the mask, but a friend of mine who does long-distance uses that (I'm not sure why).1 -
When you say 'Join my 5K challenge', how would that work? I am keen to join you and get back into swimming, but not sure how that would work since it's unlikely that we are going to the same pool. 1
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surfbug808 wrote: »tracybear86 wrote: »@LeiLaura How did your goggle work out?
They're great, thanks! Still trying to get the tension just right as they're a bit tight still, but MUCH better than using my little girl's! Thank you for asking
I'm not a goggle expert, and have normally just bought what I think are called "leisure" goggles. I didn't care what color, as long as I felt the suction. But since then I've used tinted (especially when the sun is at a bright time of day and I need to sight distances, or just see where I'm going for that matter), and competition goggles. The latter are so much lighter and comfortable for me. I don't compete, so I'm not using them to streamline or gain speed or whatever, but because they are less bulky, I prefer them. I snorkel too, which uses a mask. I don't swim in the mask, but a friend of mine who does long-distance uses that (I'm not sure why).
That's interesting, I never heard of competition goggles before, but will be googling them now, thank you!0 -
Letslose99 wrote: »When you say 'Join my 5K challenge', how would that work? I am keen to join you and get back into swimming, but not sure how that would work since it's unlikely that we are going to the same pool.
Welcome! I just meant join me in spirit You have joined simply by joining this thread! I'll be honest, I'm currently working on my 2k challenge, so 5k might be a while! But it was more about wanting folk to support each other to improve our swimming endurance, and give tips on how to make the experience more comfortable/enjoyable. Your challenge is whatever you want it to be, and we'll be here cheering you on 0 -
Letslose99 wrote: »When you say 'Join my 5K challenge', how would that work? I am keen to join you and get back into swimming, but not sure how that would work since it's unlikely that we are going to the same pool.
Welcome! I just meant join me in spirit You have joined simply by joining this thread! I'll be honest, I'm currently working on my 2k challenge, so 5k might be a while! But it was more about wanting folk to support each other to improve our swimming endurance, and give tips on how to make the experience more comfortable/enjoyable. Your challenge is whatever you want it to be, and we'll be here cheering you on
Cool. Good luck. I'll get back into the pool on Monday. Thanks for the motivation.2 -
Letslose99 wrote: »Letslose99 wrote: »When you say 'Join my 5K challenge', how would that work? I am keen to join you and get back into swimming, but not sure how that would work since it's unlikely that we are going to the same pool.
Welcome! I just meant join me in spirit You have joined simply by joining this thread! I'll be honest, I'm currently working on my 2k challenge, so 5k might be a while! But it was more about wanting folk to support each other to improve our swimming endurance, and give tips on how to make the experience more comfortable/enjoyable. Your challenge is whatever you want it to be, and we'll be here cheering you on
Cool. Good luck. I'll get back into the pool on Monday. Thanks for the motivation.
Let us know how it goes!0 -
How's the 2km barrier looking? I still tend to find my boredom spikes around the 15 and 50 lap count lol
This thread is great, has really inspired me to get back to my longer swims 3 -
I swim in a short course pool measured in yards because the U.S. won't give up the standard system for some reason. Anyway, I swam 5000 yards today (close enough) in 1 hour 26 minutes including all my stops. I reckon another 7 minutes for a full 5km.4
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Hi
I swim about an hour daily - it’s a great form of exercise This winter I swam in a heated pool - so I do my workout timewise Today for instance I swam 75 minutes - it’s great for body mind n “ me time”
I am not sure how much 5 miles will b in my pool - but I can check0 -
How goes it? 0
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I would never ever ever swim 5k in a 25 yard pool. Aside from mixing imperial and metric units, my brain would rebel and I would start cursing myself on each flip turn. I can barely stand doing a 1.6k 25 yards at a time (if it’s even possible).
And, my longest open water to date is a 4K. In a wetsuit in freezing cold salt water. It was supposed to be 2 miles but someone screwed the course up!0
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