My swim teacher missed her second week with me. She is having a bit of a family situation. She is normally quite open & frank; but, has been reserved with communication. I'm hoping all is ok. In the meantime, I'm going to the pool, anyways. I try to do my own thing & just practice. My breathing is easier; but, I'm still quite winded just making it across the pool. I remember what my teacher told me: exhale completely & slow down your arms. The concept of not holding your breath & slowing down seems "simple." It's amazing that I have to THINK that through, though! I try to apply... & feel better as I make another length of the pool. My heart is still racing; so, I wait-- a long time. I know I'm not fluid. I don't know what I'm doing wrong but I notice I "bob" extremely low in the water whenever I use my left arm. Jim showed up to offer some advice & critique. He's trying to explain how Michael Phelps reaches farther, then is able to extend his pull in the water. I try. I bob... but I make it across the pool with no "panic." I don't know what I changed. I just know "I didn't used to do that. Now, how do I fix it?" Jim took a video and shows me in slow motion... 🙁 My right arm comes out of the water, most of the time "okay." My left arm doesn't clear the water enough & "scrapes" the water making a wave every other stroke. There is also a regular hesitation. I'm guessing it's me realigning myself in the water; but, I'm not sure. I'm still disconnected from what I'm supposed to be doing. I'm far from a strong swimmer-- but I am making it across the pool, now.

Progression is a reason to cheer... & then quickly re-evaluate plans and goals. I'm curious how my teacher is going to fix what I'm not sure is "broken." 😁 When the pool called & cancelled with me, I was relieved. The pressure was "off." I guess I should feel more pressure when she's not present. I want to be The Little Mermaid... not floundering Flounder! 😜

I do hope all is a well with her family... I kind of miss her, though, as my family.