By Sophia Chiang, Swimming World College Intern
The New Year is one of the most awesome times of the year because, above all things, it brings us a fresh start. A blank slate. A chance to make right all of those things we should’ve done that we didn’t and pursue all the things we want to do. It’s also a great time to set goals and do things better than ever before. Here are some New Year’s resolutions that all of us as swimmers should consider implementing for a faster and healthier year.
We are perfectionists. We show up to practice early and work ourselves, multiple times per day, to the bone. That kind of dedication is awesome, but this year, I’m resolving to be a little less perfect. Mar my practice attendance record a little bit. Because it’s great to work hard day in and day out, but I need to pay attention to myself a little bit more, too. When I’ve just pulled an all nighter writing my paper or studying for my final exam, I’m not going to force myself to go to morning practice, because sleep and mental health are important. When I feel my tendonitis acting up, I’m going to take care of the problem, not ignore it until it gets worse. I am going to treat my body and mind with dignity and realize that my sanity needs to come before swimming, no matter what.
As college swimmers, we don’t realize how many younger swimmers (both on our college and age group teams) look up to us for leadership and help. They see us as who they want to become someday, and we need to set examples in both character and training aspects. As part of this resolution, I resolve to show more sportsmanship and dedication to my sport. I resolve to work on my weaknesses and try to be a better version of myself. I resolve to help more where I’m needed and make my coach’s life easier, and make good decisions everyday.
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