Category Archives: From the pool

Sidewalk Sleepers on My Way to the Pool

Posted on January 25, 2012 by admin

I’ve had an AWFUL cold so I finally made it back to the pool after a (snotty) hiatus. It was rough. My alarm went off at the usual 5:45 am and woke me up from my Nyquil daze. My only condolence was … Continue reading →

Looking Sexy at the Gym: How-(Not) To Tips

Posted on January 6, 2012 by admin

source: swimthefly.tumblr.com Ha, love this meme. The truth is, the last thing I care about at the pool is being sexy. It makes me think about the Lululemon craze. I get it, I really do. I’d be lying if I … Continue reading →

The Lane Lines are a Battle Field

Posted on January 5, 2012 by admin

One of my favorite Tumblr blogs, H20: 2 Parts Heart, 1 Part Obsession, celebrates the awkward, funny and ridiculous things that only happen in swimming. They recently posted this one, and oh man, isn’t it the truth: Sharing a lane with … Continue reading →

The Swimmer’s Burp

Posted on August 15, 2011 by admin

The Jewish Scientist came swimming with me this weekend, and having him there made me realize that I have a gross habit at the pool. After a really hard set of drills, I reached forward with the last stroke, touched … Continue reading →

Reaching for Longer Distance

Posted on August 10, 2011 by admin

This morning, I was PUMPED for the pool (hence the Nike Women’s swimming manifesto ad)! I was inspired by Gord‘s long distance swims and kicked my typical swim of about 2,000 yards up to 3,000. I interpreted one of his … Continue reading →

Scare Tactics

Posted on August 1, 2011 by admin

Credit: betweenthelanelines.tumblr.com This sign is too funny not to share, and particularly timely given that it’s Shark Week!!! My dad used to scare me out of peeing in the pool by telling me that there was a chemical in the water … Continue reading →