Staring at a black line for two hours can be pretty grueling sometimes. With long sets, the alone time gives our mind a chance to wander far beyond just swimming. Here are 13 thoughts that every swimmer has during practice!<\/p>\n
1. Ouch<\/em>!<\/em><\/h2>\n![\"Belinda](\"https:\/\/vmrw8k5h.tinifycdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/hocking-pain-grimace-tired-postrace-700x500.jpg\")
Photo Courtesy: Delly Carr \/ Swimming Australia Ltd.<\/p><\/div>\n
This is probably the most universally used word at practice. To get better, you have to work hard; if you work hard, chances are you\u2019ll feel pain. But swimmers know all too well – no pain, no gain!<\/p>\n
2. What are we doing next?<\/h2>\n
Kick? Stroke? Pull? Drills? Sometimes, what we\u2019re doing next dictates how hard we push in the current set (although it shouldn\u2019t). Nonetheless, portioning out our energy saves trouble in the end, and we\u2019re not as gassed for the rest of the day\u2019s endeavors, like weights and dryland.<\/p>\n
3. Oh,\u00a0that’s<\/em> the answer to the question that was on my test!<\/h2>\n![\"ajroberts-smiling-swimming-summer](\"https:\/\/vmrw8k5h.tinifycdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/ajroberts-smiling-swimming-summer-league-e1530924623832-700x396.jpg\")
Photo Courtesy: Colin Sheridan<\/p><\/div>\n
During long sets, it\u2019s almost impossible to catch your mind from wondering off into oblivion. “What shirt am I going to wear to dinner tomorrow? What am I swimming at the meet this weekend? Hopefully not the 200 butterfly! What movie are we going to watch tonight? Wait – what number are we on?” Often, you end up reviewing the day and – on the rare occasion – have a light-bulb moment.<\/p>\n
4. What’s for dinner?<\/h2>\n
What\u2019s best part of finishing practice? Your post-practice meal! That\u2019s right, there\u2019s nothing quite like your favorite meal after a grueling workout. Although nutritious foods replenish our body properly, it can be fun to splurge on a cheeseburger or pizza every now and then. A delicious reward for the swimmer after a long day never felt so good. But don\u2019t worry, only every once and a while, right?<\/p>\n
5. This must be what death feels like.<\/h2>\n![\"training](\"https:\/\/vmrw8k5h.tinifycdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/training-trip-uvm-vermont-tired-practice-hard.jpg\")
Photo Courtesy: Kristina Posnick<\/p><\/div>\n
Swimming is all fun and games until your legs and arms fall off simultaneously. On top of that, you haven\u2019t finished the set yet; you’re only halfway through practice. All that’s left to think is: “Oh, no\u2026”<\/p>\n
6. *Crying*<\/h2>\n
Whether it be tears of joy, defeat, or pain, we\u2019ve all shed a tear or two during practice. Sometimes, a good cry helps alleviate some of practices struggles. In this case, cry on! Your goggles will wipe away your tears.<\/p>\n
On the other hand, if you\u2019ve finally cut time in your best event after six years, you can\u2019t help but cry tears of joy- and a lot of them.<\/p>\n
7. I should have used the restroom.<\/h2>\n
You’re probably familiar with that painful feeling when you forget to use the restroom before a set begins. Now, not even half way through, you’re regretting your life decisions. Not to mention, knowing that you can\u2019t go for a while makes your remorse that much worse. In addition, the bathroom is a good hide-and-go-seek spot when coach rattles off a rough set.<\/p>\n
8. You’re not serious, are you?<\/h2>\n![\"IMG_5574.JPG\"](\"https:\/\/vmrw8k5h.tinifycdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/IMG_5574.JPG-e1509567044830-700x500.jpeg\")
Photo Courtesy: Chandler Brandes<\/p><\/div>\n
“There\u2019s no way that set is possible, coach. I mean, come on! That\u2019s not even a realistic interval, and you want me to do 12 of them? No way, Jose. I\u2019m going to the bathroom now.”<\/p>\n
9. Only four? That’s a good number!<\/h2>\n![\"breeja-larson-thumbs-up-mesa-2016\"](\"https:\/\/vmrw8k5h.tinifycdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/breeja-larson-thumbs-up-mesa-2016-700x500.jpg\")
Photo Courtesy: Maddie Kyler<\/p><\/div>\n
Better than 12, right? Whether it be 50s or 500s, the less time staring at a black line, the better! Most of the time, single digits are good, unless they represent rounds.<\/p>\n
10. Why are you touching my feet?<\/h2>\n
That\u2019s right – one of the biggest no-nos in the sport is touching the feet. There\u2019s nothing more annoying as your lane mate pushing off just two seconds after you and petting your feet during a set. However bad it seems, we\u2019ve all done it, and we\u2019ve probably all got yelled at for it. You live and you learn!<\/p>\n
11. If I do this now, it won’t hurt as much during a meet, right?<\/h2>\n![\"australian-pain-anguish-practice\"](\"https:\/\/vmrw8k5h.tinifycdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/australian-pain-anguish-practice-700x500.jpg\")
Photo Courtesy: Delly Carr \/ Swimming Australia Ltd.<\/p><\/div>\n
While this may be an accurate statement, meets aren\u2019t always peaches and rainbows – all swimmers know that. No matter what, racing is challenging regardless of how hard you train at practice. Sometimes, it just hurts less! Moreover, finishing a difficult set helps give you motivation to chase down your goals!<\/p>\n
12. I did it!<\/h2>\n
Ah,\u00a0the sweet feeling of success! There\u2019s nothing quite like killing a long, hard set. Your muscles burn of soreness, but it hurts so good!\u00a0Even better, your already-increasing confidence sky rockets when coach notices you had a killer practice and comments on it. That\u2019s a day maker!<\/p>\n
13. We’ve got this!<\/h2>\n![\"Caitlin](\"https:\/\/vmrw8k5h.tinifycdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/01\/Cal-Cheering-WNCAA-SD-0295-1024x681.jpg\")
Photo Courtesy: Peter H. Bick<\/p><\/div>\n
This is the best kind of motivation for your wonderful teammates. If you’re struggling through practice, you’re all struggling through it together. No one is left behind, and you bet your teammates will be there supporting you, even if you never think you\u2019ll make it. All for one, and one for all – no matter what!<\/p>\n
Swimming is no easy sport. You spend hours of time with your head underwater, left to nothing but your thoughts. What runs through your mind during practice?<\/p>\n
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Photo Courtesy: Delly Carr \/ Swimming Australia Ltd.<\/p><\/div>\n
This is probably the most universally used word at practice. To get better, you have to work hard; if you work hard, chances are you\u2019ll feel pain. But swimmers know all too well – no pain, no gain!<\/p>\n
2. What are we doing next?<\/h2>\n
Kick? Stroke? Pull? Drills? Sometimes, what we\u2019re doing next dictates how hard we push in the current set (although it shouldn\u2019t). Nonetheless, portioning out our energy saves trouble in the end, and we\u2019re not as gassed for the rest of the day\u2019s endeavors, like weights and dryland.<\/p>\n
3. Oh,\u00a0that’s<\/em> the answer to the question that was on my test!<\/h2>\nPhoto Courtesy: Colin Sheridan<\/p><\/div>\n
During long sets, it\u2019s almost impossible to catch your mind from wondering off into oblivion. “What shirt am I going to wear to dinner tomorrow? What am I swimming at the meet this weekend? Hopefully not the 200 butterfly! What movie are we going to watch tonight? Wait – what number are we on?” Often, you end up reviewing the day and – on the rare occasion – have a light-bulb moment.<\/p>\n
4. What’s for dinner?<\/h2>\n
What\u2019s best part of finishing practice? Your post-practice meal! That\u2019s right, there\u2019s nothing quite like your favorite meal after a grueling workout. Although nutritious foods replenish our body properly, it can be fun to splurge on a cheeseburger or pizza every now and then. A delicious reward for the swimmer after a long day never felt so good. But don\u2019t worry, only every once and a while, right?<\/p>\n
5. This must be what death feels like.<\/h2>\nPhoto Courtesy: Kristina Posnick<\/p><\/div>\n
Swimming is all fun and games until your legs and arms fall off simultaneously. On top of that, you haven\u2019t finished the set yet; you’re only halfway through practice. All that’s left to think is: “Oh, no\u2026”<\/p>\n
6. *Crying*<\/h2>\n
Whether it be tears of joy, defeat, or pain, we\u2019ve all shed a tear or two during practice. Sometimes, a good cry helps alleviate some of practices struggles. In this case, cry on! Your goggles will wipe away your tears.<\/p>\n
On the other hand, if you\u2019ve finally cut time in your best event after six years, you can\u2019t help but cry tears of joy- and a lot of them.<\/p>\n
7. I should have used the restroom.<\/h2>\n
You’re probably familiar with that painful feeling when you forget to use the restroom before a set begins. Now, not even half way through, you’re regretting your life decisions. Not to mention, knowing that you can\u2019t go for a while makes your remorse that much worse. In addition, the bathroom is a good hide-and-go-seek spot when coach rattles off a rough set.<\/p>\n
8. You’re not serious, are you?<\/h2>\nPhoto Courtesy: Chandler Brandes<\/p><\/div>\n
“There\u2019s no way that set is possible, coach. I mean, come on! That\u2019s not even a realistic interval, and you want me to do 12 of them? No way, Jose. I\u2019m going to the bathroom now.”<\/p>\n
9. Only four? That’s a good number!<\/h2>\nPhoto Courtesy: Maddie Kyler<\/p><\/div>\n
Better than 12, right? Whether it be 50s or 500s, the less time staring at a black line, the better! Most of the time, single digits are good, unless they represent rounds.<\/p>\n
10. Why are you touching my feet?<\/h2>\n
That\u2019s right – one of the biggest no-nos in the sport is touching the feet. There\u2019s nothing more annoying as your lane mate pushing off just two seconds after you and petting your feet during a set. However bad it seems, we\u2019ve all done it, and we\u2019ve probably all got yelled at for it. You live and you learn!<\/p>\n
11. If I do this now, it won’t hurt as much during a meet, right?<\/h2>\nPhoto Courtesy: Delly Carr \/ Swimming Australia Ltd.<\/p><\/div>\n
While this may be an accurate statement, meets aren\u2019t always peaches and rainbows – all swimmers know that. No matter what, racing is challenging regardless of how hard you train at practice. Sometimes, it just hurts less! Moreover, finishing a difficult set helps give you motivation to chase down your goals!<\/p>\n
12. I did it!<\/h2>\n
Ah,\u00a0the sweet feeling of success! There\u2019s nothing quite like killing a long, hard set. Your muscles burn of soreness, but it hurts so good!\u00a0Even better, your already-increasing confidence sky rockets when coach notices you had a killer practice and comments on it. That\u2019s a day maker!<\/p>\n
13. We’ve got this!<\/h2>\nPhoto Courtesy: Peter H. Bick<\/p><\/div>\n
This is the best kind of motivation for your wonderful teammates. If you’re struggling through practice, you’re all struggling through it together. No one is left behind, and you bet your teammates will be there supporting you, even if you never think you\u2019ll make it. All for one, and one for all – no matter what!<\/p>\n
Swimming is no easy sport. You spend hours of time with your head underwater, left to nothing but your thoughts. What runs through your mind during practice?<\/p>\n
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Photo Courtesy: Colin Sheridan<\/p><\/div>\n
During long sets, it\u2019s almost impossible to catch your mind from wondering off into oblivion. “What shirt am I going to wear to dinner tomorrow? What am I swimming at the meet this weekend? Hopefully not the 200 butterfly! What movie are we going to watch tonight? Wait – what number are we on?” Often, you end up reviewing the day and – on the rare occasion – have a light-bulb moment.<\/p>\n
4. What’s for dinner?<\/h2>\n
What\u2019s best part of finishing practice? Your post-practice meal! That\u2019s right, there\u2019s nothing quite like your favorite meal after a grueling workout. Although nutritious foods replenish our body properly, it can be fun to splurge on a cheeseburger or pizza every now and then. A delicious reward for the swimmer after a long day never felt so good. But don\u2019t worry, only every once and a while, right?<\/p>\n
5. This must be what death feels like.<\/h2>\nPhoto Courtesy: Kristina Posnick<\/p><\/div>\n
Swimming is all fun and games until your legs and arms fall off simultaneously. On top of that, you haven\u2019t finished the set yet; you’re only halfway through practice. All that’s left to think is: “Oh, no\u2026”<\/p>\n
6. *Crying*<\/h2>\n
Whether it be tears of joy, defeat, or pain, we\u2019ve all shed a tear or two during practice. Sometimes, a good cry helps alleviate some of practices struggles. In this case, cry on! Your goggles will wipe away your tears.<\/p>\n
On the other hand, if you\u2019ve finally cut time in your best event after six years, you can\u2019t help but cry tears of joy- and a lot of them.<\/p>\n
7. I should have used the restroom.<\/h2>\n
You’re probably familiar with that painful feeling when you forget to use the restroom before a set begins. Now, not even half way through, you’re regretting your life decisions. Not to mention, knowing that you can\u2019t go for a while makes your remorse that much worse. In addition, the bathroom is a good hide-and-go-seek spot when coach rattles off a rough set.<\/p>\n
8. You’re not serious, are you?<\/h2>\nPhoto Courtesy: Chandler Brandes<\/p><\/div>\n
“There\u2019s no way that set is possible, coach. I mean, come on! That\u2019s not even a realistic interval, and you want me to do 12 of them? No way, Jose. I\u2019m going to the bathroom now.”<\/p>\n
9. Only four? That’s a good number!<\/h2>\nPhoto Courtesy: Maddie Kyler<\/p><\/div>\n
Better than 12, right? Whether it be 50s or 500s, the less time staring at a black line, the better! Most of the time, single digits are good, unless they represent rounds.<\/p>\n
10. Why are you touching my feet?<\/h2>\n
That\u2019s right – one of the biggest no-nos in the sport is touching the feet. There\u2019s nothing more annoying as your lane mate pushing off just two seconds after you and petting your feet during a set. However bad it seems, we\u2019ve all done it, and we\u2019ve probably all got yelled at for it. You live and you learn!<\/p>\n
11. If I do this now, it won’t hurt as much during a meet, right?<\/h2>\nPhoto Courtesy: Delly Carr \/ Swimming Australia Ltd.<\/p><\/div>\n
While this may be an accurate statement, meets aren\u2019t always peaches and rainbows – all swimmers know that. No matter what, racing is challenging regardless of how hard you train at practice. Sometimes, it just hurts less! Moreover, finishing a difficult set helps give you motivation to chase down your goals!<\/p>\n
12. I did it!<\/h2>\n
Ah,\u00a0the sweet feeling of success! There\u2019s nothing quite like killing a long, hard set. Your muscles burn of soreness, but it hurts so good!\u00a0Even better, your already-increasing confidence sky rockets when coach notices you had a killer practice and comments on it. That\u2019s a day maker!<\/p>\n
13. We’ve got this!<\/h2>\nPhoto Courtesy: Peter H. Bick<\/p><\/div>\n
This is the best kind of motivation for your wonderful teammates. If you’re struggling through practice, you’re all struggling through it together. No one is left behind, and you bet your teammates will be there supporting you, even if you never think you\u2019ll make it. All for one, and one for all – no matter what!<\/p>\n
Swimming is no easy sport. You spend hours of time with your head underwater, left to nothing but your thoughts. What runs through your mind during practice?<\/p>\n
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Photo Courtesy: Kristina Posnick<\/p><\/div>\n
Swimming is all fun and games until your legs and arms fall off simultaneously. On top of that, you haven\u2019t finished the set yet; you’re only halfway through practice. All that’s left to think is: “Oh, no\u2026”<\/p>\n
6. *Crying*<\/h2>\n
Whether it be tears of joy, defeat, or pain, we\u2019ve all shed a tear or two during practice. Sometimes, a good cry helps alleviate some of practices struggles. In this case, cry on! Your goggles will wipe away your tears.<\/p>\n
On the other hand, if you\u2019ve finally cut time in your best event after six years, you can\u2019t help but cry tears of joy- and a lot of them.<\/p>\n
7. I should have used the restroom.<\/h2>\n
You’re probably familiar with that painful feeling when you forget to use the restroom before a set begins. Now, not even half way through, you’re regretting your life decisions. Not to mention, knowing that you can\u2019t go for a while makes your remorse that much worse. In addition, the bathroom is a good hide-and-go-seek spot when coach rattles off a rough set.<\/p>\n
8. You’re not serious, are you?<\/h2>\nPhoto Courtesy: Chandler Brandes<\/p><\/div>\n
“There\u2019s no way that set is possible, coach. I mean, come on! That\u2019s not even a realistic interval, and you want me to do 12 of them? No way, Jose. I\u2019m going to the bathroom now.”<\/p>\n
9. Only four? That’s a good number!<\/h2>\nPhoto Courtesy: Maddie Kyler<\/p><\/div>\n
Better than 12, right? Whether it be 50s or 500s, the less time staring at a black line, the better! Most of the time, single digits are good, unless they represent rounds.<\/p>\n
10. Why are you touching my feet?<\/h2>\n
That\u2019s right – one of the biggest no-nos in the sport is touching the feet. There\u2019s nothing more annoying as your lane mate pushing off just two seconds after you and petting your feet during a set. However bad it seems, we\u2019ve all done it, and we\u2019ve probably all got yelled at for it. You live and you learn!<\/p>\n
11. If I do this now, it won’t hurt as much during a meet, right?<\/h2>\nPhoto Courtesy: Delly Carr \/ Swimming Australia Ltd.<\/p><\/div>\n
While this may be an accurate statement, meets aren\u2019t always peaches and rainbows – all swimmers know that. No matter what, racing is challenging regardless of how hard you train at practice. Sometimes, it just hurts less! Moreover, finishing a difficult set helps give you motivation to chase down your goals!<\/p>\n
12. I did it!<\/h2>\n
Ah,\u00a0the sweet feeling of success! There\u2019s nothing quite like killing a long, hard set. Your muscles burn of soreness, but it hurts so good!\u00a0Even better, your already-increasing confidence sky rockets when coach notices you had a killer practice and comments on it. That\u2019s a day maker!<\/p>\n
13. We’ve got this!<\/h2>\nPhoto Courtesy: Peter H. Bick<\/p><\/div>\n
This is the best kind of motivation for your wonderful teammates. If you’re struggling through practice, you’re all struggling through it together. No one is left behind, and you bet your teammates will be there supporting you, even if you never think you\u2019ll make it. All for one, and one for all – no matter what!<\/p>\n
Swimming is no easy sport. You spend hours of time with your head underwater, left to nothing but your thoughts. What runs through your mind during practice?<\/p>\n
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“There\u2019s no way that set is possible, coach. I mean, come on! That\u2019s not even a realistic interval, and you want me to do 12 of them? No way, Jose. I\u2019m going to the bathroom now.”<\/p>\n
9. Only four? That’s a good number!<\/h2>\nPhoto Courtesy: Maddie Kyler<\/p><\/div>\n
Better than 12, right? Whether it be 50s or 500s, the less time staring at a black line, the better! Most of the time, single digits are good, unless they represent rounds.<\/p>\n
10. Why are you touching my feet?<\/h2>\n
That\u2019s right – one of the biggest no-nos in the sport is touching the feet. There\u2019s nothing more annoying as your lane mate pushing off just two seconds after you and petting your feet during a set. However bad it seems, we\u2019ve all done it, and we\u2019ve probably all got yelled at for it. You live and you learn!<\/p>\n
11. If I do this now, it won’t hurt as much during a meet, right?<\/h2>\nPhoto Courtesy: Delly Carr \/ Swimming Australia Ltd.<\/p><\/div>\n
While this may be an accurate statement, meets aren\u2019t always peaches and rainbows – all swimmers know that. No matter what, racing is challenging regardless of how hard you train at practice. Sometimes, it just hurts less! Moreover, finishing a difficult set helps give you motivation to chase down your goals!<\/p>\n
12. I did it!<\/h2>\n
Ah,\u00a0the sweet feeling of success! There\u2019s nothing quite like killing a long, hard set. Your muscles burn of soreness, but it hurts so good!\u00a0Even better, your already-increasing confidence sky rockets when coach notices you had a killer practice and comments on it. That\u2019s a day maker!<\/p>\n
13. We’ve got this!<\/h2>\nPhoto Courtesy: Peter H. Bick<\/p><\/div>\n
This is the best kind of motivation for your wonderful teammates. If you’re struggling through practice, you’re all struggling through it together. No one is left behind, and you bet your teammates will be there supporting you, even if you never think you\u2019ll make it. All for one, and one for all – no matter what!<\/p>\n
Swimming is no easy sport. You spend hours of time with your head underwater, left to nothing but your thoughts. What runs through your mind during practice?<\/p>\n
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Photo Courtesy: Maddie Kyler<\/p><\/div>\n
Better than 12, right? Whether it be 50s or 500s, the less time staring at a black line, the better! Most of the time, single digits are good, unless they represent rounds.<\/p>\n
10. Why are you touching my feet?<\/h2>\n
That\u2019s right – one of the biggest no-nos in the sport is touching the feet. There\u2019s nothing more annoying as your lane mate pushing off just two seconds after you and petting your feet during a set. However bad it seems, we\u2019ve all done it, and we\u2019ve probably all got yelled at for it. You live and you learn!<\/p>\n
11. If I do this now, it won’t hurt as much during a meet, right?<\/h2>\nPhoto Courtesy: Delly Carr \/ Swimming Australia Ltd.<\/p><\/div>\n
While this may be an accurate statement, meets aren\u2019t always peaches and rainbows – all swimmers know that. No matter what, racing is challenging regardless of how hard you train at practice. Sometimes, it just hurts less! Moreover, finishing a difficult set helps give you motivation to chase down your goals!<\/p>\n
12. I did it!<\/h2>\n
Ah,\u00a0the sweet feeling of success! There\u2019s nothing quite like killing a long, hard set. Your muscles burn of soreness, but it hurts so good!\u00a0Even better, your already-increasing confidence sky rockets when coach notices you had a killer practice and comments on it. That\u2019s a day maker!<\/p>\n
13. We’ve got this!<\/h2>\nPhoto Courtesy: Peter H. Bick<\/p><\/div>\n
This is the best kind of motivation for your wonderful teammates. If you’re struggling through practice, you’re all struggling through it together. No one is left behind, and you bet your teammates will be there supporting you, even if you never think you\u2019ll make it. All for one, and one for all – no matter what!<\/p>\n
Swimming is no easy sport. You spend hours of time with your head underwater, left to nothing but your thoughts. What runs through your mind during practice?<\/p>\n
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While this may be an accurate statement, meets aren\u2019t always peaches and rainbows – all swimmers know that. No matter what, racing is challenging regardless of how hard you train at practice. Sometimes, it just hurts less! Moreover, finishing a difficult set helps give you motivation to chase down your goals!<\/p>\n
12. I did it!<\/h2>\n
Ah,\u00a0the sweet feeling of success! There\u2019s nothing quite like killing a long, hard set. Your muscles burn of soreness, but it hurts so good!\u00a0Even better, your already-increasing confidence sky rockets when coach notices you had a killer practice and comments on it. That\u2019s a day maker!<\/p>\n
13. We’ve got this!<\/h2>\nPhoto Courtesy: Peter H. Bick<\/p><\/div>\n
This is the best kind of motivation for your wonderful teammates. If you’re struggling through practice, you’re all struggling through it together. No one is left behind, and you bet your teammates will be there supporting you, even if you never think you\u2019ll make it. All for one, and one for all – no matter what!<\/p>\n
Swimming is no easy sport. You spend hours of time with your head underwater, left to nothing but your thoughts. What runs through your mind during practice?<\/p>\n
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This is the best kind of motivation for your wonderful teammates. If you’re struggling through practice, you’re all struggling through it together. No one is left behind, and you bet your teammates will be there supporting you, even if you never think you\u2019ll make it. All for one, and one for all – no matter what!<\/p>\n
Swimming is no easy sport. You spend hours of time with your head underwater, left to nothing but your thoughts. What runs through your mind during practice?<\/p>\n
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