Submitted by Fred on

Swimming

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I was once a long distance runner and am proud to reveal that I finished 33 (my lucky number) marathons (26.2 miles).  I kept track and I ran over 55,000 miles (more than twice around the world), but sad to say, if I was a car I would trade me in (pictured) :)

When the inevitable time came, I switched to biking, but eventually I suffered a bad fall (the pavement was so hard and unforgiving) and my logical next form of exercise was swimming.  

Swimming is a non impact, cardiovascular dream.  And dream I do while enjoying the embracing water nearly every day.  What’s more, I use a snorkel to save on the neck pain and clogged ears.  

Take advantage of my life’s experience. Try it you’ll like it!!!

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Paul Napolitano

You’re modest. You’re in better shape than most people half your age. How many push-ups do you still do a day? And I saw you run through the rain at the Yankee game.
Shelley Simpson

Activity is the key - mental and physical.And I don't under estimate the power of dreaming! You do it all and that explains everything.
Fred Klein

That was an unforgettable experience!

Submitted by Judy_Mauer on Thu, 10/06/2022 - 22:19

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Judy Mauer

I too love to swim. Since I live on the beach I try to do it everyday. Winter however is a challenge.
Victoria Drogin

Swimming is a commitment. The whole getting wet thing. Lol.The treadmill, or the street for me.
Daniel Schwartz

Swimming is great exercise but iI hate being in the water that covers my head or ears. I get panic attacks from that sensation. So I now walk everyday for exercise and I love it.
Vincent Russo

Quite the accomplishment! To the next benchmark - whatever you may decide.

Submitted by Steven_Lichtenstein on Thu, 10/06/2022 - 23:58

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Steven Lichtenstein

Once a stud; always a stud. Sounds like a natural athletic progression. It’s part of why keeps you young and vital.
Rick Raymond

It's meditative. Stroke after stroke, reaching out/ stretching on each, breathing rhythmically almost from underwater, alone with myself......
Ray Walcott

Once an Athlete, Always an Athlete!
Your hard work and being open to learn makes you Great!
Mike Wiebe

You told me once that you cheat because you use a snorkle. It's not cheating it's just not natural. But if god wanted natural he would have put elephants at the top of the food pyramid... on 2nd thought he probably should.
Kelly Welles

Bravo!!! Not for me (hair, make-up, hassle). However, I do manage twenty flights a day in my building three or four days a week; walk 15 or 20 min. on the other days; lift weights (critical!) and do regulated breath work via yoga or daily stress-reduction recordings. My oxygen uptake is always 100 when I check in with my doctor. I believe in Alpha.

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