I like to join the throng of people resolving to get in shape in the new year. It’s cliche, yet motivating, not to mention effective. Last year I resolved to get in shape and I went from hurting all the time and not being able to wear any of my clothes to feeling good when I worked out, being able to wear my clothes, including my pants fitting much looser, to having the energy to do all I have to do in a day. I also ran/walked my first 5 K.

Next year I want to take it further. I want to:

1. swim 2500 yards in my workouts

2. swim 500 yards freestyle without a break

3. do some sort of triathlon, even if it’s only a training one at the Y.

4. get my younger children back in USA swimming’s learn to swim program

5. get my 15 year old back in the pool, training with me

6. split an IM with my friend who likes to run

That’s a good start. What are your swimming resolutions?

Happy New Year! May you reach every one of your goals for the upcoming year!