Things are falling into place for Australia. I have registered, got some paperwork together, made doctor appts, obtained a coach, and chosen my swimming events. At this time, I am signed up for:
400 meter freestyle
100 back
50 breast
50 back
Medley and Free relays
I am allowed 5 individual events and 2 relays. After meeting w/ my coach, Andy Martin, we decided to focus on the above listed events, and drop the 50 fly. I do want to become a flier, though it is not my strongest. Also, it is difficult to choose events that are consecutive, not knowing how close they are to each other, timewise. I may select a 5th event.
I will also be consulting with Terry Laughlin of Total Immersion Swimming, in order to implement TI technique to the maximum degree, specifically focusing on the 400 freestyle. This is no small task for me, since I never swam distance freestyle until last year, upon learning TI. Since TI has opened this door for me, it only makes sense to have the "Master Coach" help me swim to success. And, these Games will include a 50 meter Long Course pool, which is another big adjustment.
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