Once again, I am in awe of my students. Today, several of them showed their stuff at the Westfield Wave Triathlon, sprint and super sprint distances. First, Congratulations to Owen Zaret on completing his FIRST triathlon, EVER, today. First. Ever. That is no small milestone, as I remember well. So happy for you, proud of … Continue reading
A lot of activity this past few weeks. First, Swimcrest took it on the road, with a field trip to Lake LBJ in Texas, AKA where my in-laws live. Open water swimming at 75 degrees? Sure. I’ll take it! Because as we New Englanders know, that is NOT happening here for a good long while. … Continue reading
Triathlon season is starting and Swimcrest swimmers gave a great showing at today’s Sheriff’s Sprint Triathlon in Ludlow, Massachusetts. Super big congratulations to Kevin Mepham, 3rd PLACE MALE OVERALL!! Not to mention 1st place in the 50-54 age group. W.O.W.!! And congratulations to Swimcrest swimmer Stephanie Woods, 4th woman overall in the 55-59 age group. … Continue reading
Just your typical Swimcrest Tuesday. 7:30 to 8:30 – Client #1 who makes me giggle like crazy and who was sporting THIS fabulous swim cap this morning and who swam more than she ever has before. (Clearly, the cap makes ALL the difference.) 10:00 to 11:00 – Client #2 – Breaststroke, freestyle, and his longest … Continue reading
Lots of great swim moments here recently. I’ll let photos speak for themselves. A little noodle horseback riding is always a good thing too. And I promised some shots of the best birthday cake ever. Really, my lovely husband could not have done better than this. And the topper? He and the rest of my … Continue reading
Today requires a special appreciation of one of my fantastic students. Just over one year ago, Kyle came to me for the first time. 11-years-old, he was at the point where it felt REALLY important to learn to swim. And yet at that age, it’s a hard thing to do. Your friends can swim, your … Continue reading
Last night, after 4 hours of lessons in a row and seeing a new student for the first time, I got an email that absolutely made my day. It was my first time with a student who has been on a local swim team for the last two seasons and who has been feeling a … Continue reading
Some good swimming here this week. The photos speak for themselves.
In my non-swimming life, amongst the many other things I try to squeeze into my day, I write. Today, Role/Reboot published a piece that combines both of my worlds, a reflection on what I see my students grapple with when it comes to body image. I’d love to hear your thoughts. How do allow yourself … Continue reading
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