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Wednesday, February 22, 2012

What I Ate Wednesday [4] and SWIMMING


I call this a win... Charlie Sheen Style. 2 Weeks in a row of WIAW
Earl Grey Vanilla, Banana, 1/4c Barbara's Spoonfuls and 3/4c Fibre Fit, 1c Almond Milk
Raw Veg and Beet and Fennel Salad from Planet Organic
1/2 Coffee, 1/2 Mint Chocolate Latte from Bogani's

Apple and Jello (only ate 1/2 of each), Green Leaf and Bean Sprouts topped with Tabouli Salad from Planet Organic
Snackage
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As you can see, my day started off superbly in the healthy eating spectrum.. Then I went to clinical. Darn chocolate. Like come on. Anyone have any great tips on how to say no to work treats?

I also tried out a new work out last night ... Lane Swimming! I took swimming lessons when I was younger, but I think I only made it up to level 8 before quitting? Needless to say, I can swim, but not that good. I googled pool etiquette, bought a one piece and goggles, and looked up how to properly swim the front stroke. Looked easy enough... I knew the hardest part would be the breathing. I was right.


Basically I swam for 40 minutes with my head out of the water haha. I tried to properly breathe out under water once and ended up sinking, having to ridiculously splash my way back to the surface. I am sure I looked like a fool. I started out in the slow lane (as per proper etiquette because I well... suck) and there were like 5 Asian men in the pool talking to each other in an unknown language. They just hung out at the wall and talked, sporadically swimming a lane here and there. NOT proper etiquette. I got so fed up with it that I asked a life guard what to do and they advised me to switch to a Medium lane, where I proceeded to be passed, over... and over... and over again. I felt pretty wobbly when I got out of the pool, a sign that I assume means I worked hard (hard to tell in a pool lol), and figured a few minutes in the hot tub was a good idea. Took off my goggles and hopped in.

I sort of noticed people looking at me... but not really. Like it was a subconscious thing if that makes any sense? Anyways, I attributed it to them watching my ridiculous swimming. After getting to the change room (and being met by more looks from people) I finally looked at myself in the mirror.

HAH. I wore my goggles too tight. I hard dark red rings around my eyes. Made for a good laugh. No wonder people stared.

I really like swimming and being in the water. I just really REALLY need practice on breathing.

Any tips on how to become a better lane swimmer and be more confident with breathing?
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10 comments:

  1. That is too funny with us both trying to swim! I was the same way and all 10 lengths were swam with my face out of the water! We will learn :)

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  2. I haven't been lane swimming in years! I don't think I could swim the proper way with the breathing anymore either. I'm sure you'll get the hang of it again. Love PO fennel and beet salad! My other favorites are the sweet potato salad and the curry pasta salad. YUM!

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  3. Lindsey - Haha we should have a swim date :) 2 of us swimming the same way will make it look more normal

    Natasha - Oh my! I love the sweet potato salad too :) Yum!

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  4. Hi Amie- this is LauraWilson from MFP :)

    Glad you tried swimming!! I go every Tuesday night and I just love it. I did used to swim in a team in High School, but that was like 8 years ago....it took me a few weeks to get my rythem back, but I think it's a great-low-impact workout that is very under-rated! it doesn't take long to start seeing your shoulders change either....

    good luck!!

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  5. I was on the swim team in middle school and what I remember from breathing is to practice long and slow but deliberate strokes. When my head is under the water, I'm blowing bubbles out of my nose the entire time so no water gets in. I only breathe with my mouth so I never choke. I tried helping my boyfriend too with this. He has a hard time getting into the rhythm too.

    I love your post on my blog. It's so inspiring the two of you came back together and are positive influences to each other. I think it takes a very strong person to realize that a relationship isn't healthy for either one of you :)

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  6. I know that this is really random, but I am also trying to quit eating chocolate, and am a Crossfit beginner. When I searched to see how some other people have done it, I stumbled upon your blog. Anyway, I just wanted to say that you look AMAZING! I am a nursing student as well, and I am worried that stress with school, and being busy all the time will keep me from avoiding chocolate. I'm seriously an addict! Your blog is definitely an inspiration to me, and congrats for sticking with it. You really do look awesome, girl! Great job!

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  7. Swimming is a very healthy exercise which keep you fit and healthy and disease free.It also strengthens the lungs and makes diseases like asthma stay away.

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  8. Hey,
    I have been a swimmer forever, but when my sister decided to take it up last year, she got a couple of private swimming lessons. She booked them at the pool and they were aboout $20 for a half hour. 2 lessons made a huge difference!
    Good luck with it, its a fun workout once you get everything figured out

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  9. I sprained my ankle last week and haven't been able to exercise as much. I think I should try swimming and take it easy on my ankles too!!

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  10. I just wanted to leave a note saying you're looking MIGHTY FINE these days lady!!! Congrats on your weight loss! :)

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