I'm so used to swimming with the piranhas. And they're really not that bad.
Sentiment: POSITIVE
The best swimmers are the ones that almost don't try the most... It's just about relaxing and enjoying it.
I've gradually gained more confidence swimming for distance in the open sea, but I still return to the rock pools.
There's just something about that cold rush that I know I hate and a lot of other swimmers hate.
The Gili Islands gave me some of my best scuba diving experiences, including tons of turtles.
Why is it such a big deal what I'm swimming?
It felt good to actually have a decent swim.
It's always great to see young swimmers and their excitement and the joy that they have in the water.
I can swim I'm not bad, but not great.
My preference is swimming in the sea. I find the sea is more liberating, wild and good fun rather than plodding up and down a pool.
Pentathlon is not a sign of my failure in swimming. It's a new start for me.