The nose? Who knew?After my first foray into the pool I told my daughter I was going to buy a nose clip because I remembered what I hate about the water (besides the possible drowning) — the water up my nose. She asked me how I breathe while swimming so I showed her.
Damn. You're supposed to exhale from the nose and inhale through the mouth? I have no idea why I thought swimming was a full on mouth-breather activity, but now I need to unlearn that habit. Kickboard at the ready.
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Hah Rusty! I hate that part about swimming too. Although, my sinuses get a fabulous wash every time I swim! Keep at it and good luck with your training.
ReplyDeleteRusty, I am so proud of you! I hate getting water in my ears/nose too so I really feel your pain. Yay for you! You're doing it!
ReplyDeleteI'm so there with you. I'd be the smart ass that would be wearing the scuba gear or at least a snorkel; but that's mostly because my sinuses are messed up half the time.
ReplyDeleteThanks all; I'm glad I'm not being a wuss for not liking the neti pool action.
ReplyDeleteYeah, I don't like that part about swimming either, which is why I just dog paddle and keep my head above the water. Smile.
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