Carleton Masters Swimming Newsletter #211                               Sunday, November 16^th, 2008

 

To:  Carleton Coaches (9 addresses)

 

Bcc: Those Registered for Fall 2008 and Alumni: 7:30am Earlybirds (43 addresses), 8:30am Earlybirds (24 addresses), 6pm Whitecaps I (48 addresses), 7:10pm Whitecaps II (29 addresses), 8:10pm Nightcaps (26 addresses), Masters “Alumni” (44 member).

 

 

"You have powers you never dreamed of.  You can do things you never thought you could do.  There are no limitations in what you can do except the limitations of your own mind." – Darwin P. Kingsley

 

 

Fall Session Dates: Sat Nov 22^nd Time Change!

Due to the OUA Water Polo Championships being hosted at Carleton, there will be only one workout on Sat Nov 22^nd 8:00-9:00am (with Child Safety Supervision).

The Fall session ends on Thu Dec 18^th (Evening Groups) / Fri Dec 19^th (Morning Groups).

 

 

Carleton Masters Holiday Party: Sat Nov 29^th

A big thank you to Don Wells (6pm Whitecaps I), Joanie Conrad (8:10pm Nightcaps), Sam and Ben (Safety Supervision) for once again offering to host the Masters Holiday Party.  Their address is 376 Hamilton Ave South.  The date is Sat Nov 29^th, starting at 6:30pm.  It is a potluck (please bring a dish to share) and BYOB.  It's always a great feast and swimmers from all groups are most welcome.  No need to RSVP.  Full details and a map at: http://carletonmasters.tripod.com/holparty08.pdf.

 

 

Fall/Winter Registration

Details on the Fall/Winter programs, dates, costs, etc. can be found in the “Reminders” section at the end of the newsletter.  Registration is now open for both Fall (pro-rated prices available – contact Customer Service for details) and Winter.  I am maintaining waiting lists for the full groups: Fall 7:30am Earlybirds I, Fall 6pm Whitecaps I, and Winter 6pm Whitecaps I.  I believe that on-line registration will recommence on Tue Nov 18^th (follow the links at http://www.carleton.ca/athletics).   

 

 

Swimmer Notes   

 

Swimmer Updates:

   Congratulations to Jill Patrick (7:30am Earlybirds) and Jose Vivanco (6pm Whitecaps I) who are expecting their first child in mid-May 2009!

 

News Articles: 

- Car that runs on water?!: http://ca.autos.yahoo.com/p/948/supercar-runs-on-water

- Brain slows at 40 – Starts body Decline: http://www.time.com/time/health/article/0,8599,1857958,00.html

- Ten Ways To Get More From Your Workout:
http://www.forbes.com:80/forbeslife/health/2008/10/20/exercise-workout-shorter-forbeslife-cx_avd_1020health.html

- World Anti-Doping Agency taking a hard look at Viagra (a "stiff" advantage?): http://www.nydailynews.com/sports/2008/10/27/2008-10-27_world_antidoping_agency_taking_a_hard_lo.html

- Green Tea Boosts Endurance: http://www.medicalnewstoday.com:80/articles/19346.php

- Stretching: The Truth: http://www.nytimes.com/2008/11/02/sports/playmagazine/112pewarm.html?_r=1&oref=slogin

 

Swim Suits for Sale:  The swim suits that Lynn has for sale are available whenever Lynn is coaching – just ask!  There are lots of women’s suits to choose from, but only a few men’s.

 

50c Swim Caps:  Triathlete and x-Carleton Masters swimmer Ellen Pazdzior has kindly donated a large number of mostly latex swim caps, most worn only once during a triathlon.  The money raised by selling these for 50c will go towards next year’s $45 annual fee to register Carleton Masters with Masters Swimming Ontario.  Just ask Lynn if you’re interested in looking at these.

 

Nose Clips for Sale:  Cost $5.  Contact Lynn if you are interested.

 

 

Fall Session Information

In this section of the newsletter, you’ll find information related to the Fall swim workouts, including coaching changes, upcoming time trials, and weekday attendance statistics.

 

Here are the time trials planned for the Fall session:

Mon Oct 6^th: 400fs or 400IM: all except Nightcaps (no Monday workout!)

Tue/Wed Nov 11/12^th: 2 x 50: 6pm Whitecaps I and Earlybirds

Tue/Wed Nov 18/19^th: 1 x 200: 6pm Whitecaps I and Earlybirds

Thu/Fri Nov 27/28^th: 800/1500m free: All (Note that the 800 is intended only for those over 2:15/100m, who would not have time to complete the 1500m.)

Thu/Fri Dec 4/5^th: 1 x 100: 6pm Whitecaps I and Earlybirds

 

Congratulations to all those who improved in the 50m time trials on Nov 11/12^th.  Here’s a summary of the improvements:

50bk: Irene Marushko: 12.5 seconds!!!

50fs: Irene Marushko: 10.6 seconds!!; Carla Sowinski: 2.8 seconds; also improving: Cam Dawson, Derek Roach

50fl: Danielle Thomson: 4.3 seconds!; Colette Kenney: 3.2 seconds; Karen Jensen: 1.9 seconds; also improving: Heather Macdonald, Cheri Reddin

50br: Tamsin Douglas: 3.1 seconds!; also improving: Carla Sowinski, Bill Westcott, Tanya Larouche

 

There are now just 5 swimmers with perfect weekday attendance (we don’t take attendance on Saturdays).  Those who maintain perfect weekday attendance throughout the term will receive a certificate. 

 

7:30am Earlybirds I (Sept 10-Nov 14^th [excl. Oct 29^th]; 27 workouts; range: 17-31; avg.: 24.5)

Perfect Attendance: Irene M, Sean Kelly, Susan N-Y

Missed 1 Workout: Angela D, Erin H

Missed 2 Workouts: Carla S, Carmel M, Ursula S

 

8:30am Earlybirds II (Sept 10-Nov 14^th [excl. Oct 29^th]; 27 workouts; range: 12-19; avg.: 15.4)

Perfect Attendance: Margaret K

Missed 1 Workout: Penny E

Missed 2 Workouts: Colette K, Renee R

 

6pm Whitecaps I (Sept 9-Nov 13^th; 28 workouts; range: 20-33; avg.: 25.3)

Perfect Attendance: Marg E

Missed 1 Workout: Don W

Missed 2 Workouts: Pete L

 

7:10pm Whitecaps II (Sept 9-Nov 10^th; 26 workouts; range: 12-20; avg.: 15.8) [to be completely updated next time]

Missed 3 Workouts: Guy P, Mary Jane P, Sean Kerwin

 

8:10pm Nightcaps (Sept 9-Nov 6^th; 18 workouts; range: 10-20; avg.: 16.7) [to be updated next time]

Missed 2 Workouts: Alycia F-M, Joanna B, Kathy B, Nina N

 

 

Masters Swimming Competitions

You must register annually with Masters Swimming Ontario (MSO) if you want to compete in Masters Swimming competitions.  Registration for 2008-2009 is now underway.  The main club registration mailing is now in.  However, it’s not too late for you to pay the $36 (including $1 postage/handling) by cash or cheque payable to “Lynn Marshall”.  Your MSO membership will be good until Dec 31^st, 2009.  Contact Lynn for more details.  Note that you must register with MSO at least 3 weeks before the due date of the entry for your first competition. 

 

Full details on all Ontario Masters competitions can be found at: http://www.mastersswimmingontario.ca/competition/schedule01.htm. 

For Quebec competitions see: https://www.swimming.ca/MeetInfo.aspx, select FNQ <show>, upcoming meets, then the appropriate month, then select the appropriate Masters meet to get more info.  If it says “sanctioned” the meet package should be available.

    

Here’s a list of upcoming competitions (mostly) in Ontario and Quebec.  More meets will be added as the information become available.  Note that meet entries and confirming meet information and entry dates are your responsibility.   

 

Sat Nov 22^nd Coupe de Montreal (Cegep de Vieux Montreal, SCM)

    http://www.mymsc.ca/MeetPackages/MACC20081122.pdf or  

    https://registration.swimming.ca/MeetInfo.aspx?meetid=6657

Sat Nov 22^nd Ste-Foy Masters Meet (Quebec City, SCM) https://registration.swimming.ca/MeetInfo.aspx?meetid=6753   

Sun Nov 23^rd Kingston Masters Swim Meet (SCM) http://www.mastersswimmingontario.ca/pdf/olhenry08.pdf

Sat Dec 6^th Montreal North Invitational (SCM) https://registration.swimming.ca/MeetInfo.aspx?meetid=6503

Sun Dec 14^th North York Annual Pentathlon (SCM) http://www.mastersswimmingontario.ca/pdf/Pentathlon2008Reg.pdf

Sun Dec 14^th St-Lambert Christmas Meet (Montreal, SCM)

Sun Jan 11^th Muskoka Masters Meet (Bracebridge, SCM) http://www.mastersswimmingontario.ca/pdf/MUSAC2009.pdf

Sun Jan 18^th 1000 Islands Almost Serious Meet (Brockville, SCM)

    http://www.mastersswimmingontario.ca/pdf/AlmostSerious09.pdf

Sat Jan 24^th Outaouais Masters Meet

Sun Jan 25^th Alderwood Swim Meet (Toronto, SCM) http://www.mastersswimmingontario.ca/pdf/ATB2009.pdf

Sat Jan 31^st Technosport Sprint Meet, U of Ottawa (SCM)

    http://www.mastersswimmingontario.ca/pdf/Jan312009sprintmeet.pdf

Sat Jan 31st Pointe Claire Masters Swim Meet (SCM)

Fri-Sat Feb 6-7^th Coupe de la Capitale (Quebec City, LCM)

Sun Feb 8^th Burlington Masters Meet (SCM)

Sat Feb 21^st Technosport Sprint Meet (replacing Nepean Winterlude, as they are hosting Provincials) (Ottawa, SCM)

    http://www.mastersswimmingontario.ca/pdf/Feb212009sprintmeet.pdf

Sun Feb 22^nd London Silver Dolphins Meet (LCM) http://www.mastersswimmingontario.ca/pdf/LSDmeet2009.pdf and

    http://www.mastersswimmingontario.ca/pdf/LSD2009individualentry.pdf

Sat Mar 7^th Technosport Invitational Meet, U of Ottawa (SCM)

    http://www.mastersswimmingontario.ca/pdf/March7ArthurInglis2009.pdf

Sun Mar 8^th Milton Masters Spring Splash Meet (SCM)

Fri-Sun Mar 20-22nd Ontario Masters Championships, Nepean Sportsplex (Ottawa, SCM)

    http://www.mastersswimmingontario.ca/pdf/2009provchamp.pdf

Fri-Sun Apr 17-19^th Quebec Masters Championships, St-Eustache (Montreal, LCM?)

Sat Apr 25^th Downtown Toronto Masters Swim Meet (SCM)

Sat Apr 18^th Technosport Sprint Meet, U of Ottawa (SCM)

Sat-Sun Apr 18-19^th Manitoba Masters Championships (Winnipeg Pan-Am Pool, SCM?)

Fri-Mon May 15-18^th Canadian Masters Championships, Etobicoke Olympium (Toronto, SCM)

Jul 28-Aug 10^th, 2010 World Masters Aquatic Championships, Goteborg, Sweden (LCM)

 

 

Race Results: (Please send in your results, and/or let me know if I missed your name!!)

 

Sat Nov 1st Technosport Masters Meet (U of Ottawa)

We are still waiting for the results to be posted at: http://ca.geocities.com/technosport@rogers.com/results/results.htm. 

 

Sat Nov 1^st OFSAA Cross-Country Senior Girls Championships (237 participants) 

Congratulations to Joanna Brown (Nightcaps) on finishing 2^nd (by a hair!) overall in the High School Senior Girls 5k cross-country championships in 17:27.5.  That’s an awesome time for a road race, never mind cross-country!  Full results at: http://www.sportstats.ca.  

 

 

Ask the Coach

 

Dear Coach:  Why can’t I do a flip turn from backstroke to breaststroke in an IM?  Just Learned Flip Turns

 

Dear J.L.F. Turns:  The end of the backstroke leg in an IM is considered a backstroke finish, so the rules for backstroke finishes apply.  In other words, you must touch the wall while on your back.  A flip turn is only permitted from backstroke to backstroke.  

 

Dear Coach:  Further to the above, what if I’m racing 100m backstroke and want to get an official 50m backstroke time?  Can I do a flip turn at the 50m mark?  Racing Swimmer

 

Dear R. Swimmer:  To get an official split at the 50m mark of 100m backstroke (or at 100m of 200m backstroke) you would have to do a legal finish at that point, so no flip turn is allowed.

 

Dear Coach:  How can I find out if there’s a workout on a date that is a holiday for some (e.g. Remembrance Day, Carleton’s Reading Week, Easter Monday, etc.)?  Updating my Calendar

 

Dear U.m. Calendar:  All planned workout cancellations / changes are announced in the newsletter and by the coaches on deck in the week leading up to the holiday / chnage.  You can also check the web site: http://carletonmasters.tripod.com.  If the date is not listed as a cancellation, then Masters is being held.

 

 

Private and Semi-Private Masters Swim Lessons

Fall 2008:

Mon 9:45-10:45am Nov 24th; Dec 1st

Tue 8-9am Dec 2nd, 9th, 16th

Thu 8-9am Dec 4th, 11th

Sat 6:30-7:30pm Dec 6th

Sat 7:30-8:30pm Dec 6th

Sun 10:45-11:45am Dec 14th

 

Prices (may increase soon):
Private: $50 per hour, plus GST.
Semi-Private (2-3 swimmers; per swimmer): $32 per hour, plus GST.
Contact Lynn for bookings.

 

 

Reminders

 

Fall/Winter Masters Programs: Details and Registration

You can register now for both Fall and Winter Masters.  Masters remains a members-only program and the new membership costs are posted at: http://www2.carleton.ca/athletics/membership.php.  The on-line registration link is: https://secure.e-registernow.com/cgi-bin/mkpayment.cgi?state=947.  Note that the Fall 7:30am Earlybirds I, Fall 6pm Whitecaps I and Winter 6pm Whitecaps I are now full.  Contact Lynn to be put on the waiting list.  The 7:30am Winter group is filling up quickly.  It is recommended that you register now for both fall and winter.

Changes for 2008-2009:

- 6pm Whitecaps is half pool (shallow) and is now called Whitecaps I.  

- There is a new Whitecaps II group: 7:10-8:10pm MTuTh half pool (shallow).

- Nightcaps is 8:10-9:10pm TuTh half pool (shallow).

- 6:30am Earlybirds will not run in the Feb-Apr time frame; decision for May/June and/or July/August pending.

- Memberships are now sold for one, two or three terms (the terms are: Sept-Dec, Jan-Apr, May-Aug).

- If you buy a membership starting on a date other than Sept 1^st, Jan 1^st or May 1^st, it will be pro-rated.

Program Dates:

- Fall: Tue Sept 9^th – Fri Dec 19^th; no workouts Mon Oct 13^th

- Winter: Mon Jan 5^th (am) / Tue Jan 6^th (pm) – Fri Apr 17^th; no workouts Mon Feb 16^th; Fri Apr 10^th – Mon Apr 13^th

Program Details and Costs:

- 7:30am Earlybirds I: 7:30am-8:30am MWF + 8:30-9:30am OR 9:30-10:30am Sat: $130+GST per term

- 8:30am Earlybirds II: 7:30am-8:30am MWF + 8:30-9:30am OR 9:30-10:30am Sat: $130+GST per term

- 6pm Whitecaps I: 6:00-7:10pm MTuTh + 8:30-9:30am OR 9:30-10:30am Sat: $140+GST per term

- 7:10pm Whitecaps II: 7:10pm-8:10pm MTuTh + 8:30-9:30am OR 9:30-10:30am Sat: $130+GST per term

- 8:10pm Nightcaps: 8:10-9:10pm TuTh + 8:30-9:30am OR 9:30-10:30am Sat: $98+GST per term

- Child Safety Supervision: 6:00-7:10pm MTuTh + 8:30-9:30am Sat: $95 (no GST) per term

Coaches:

- Weekdays:

   - Lynn: Earlybirds I & II, Whitecaps I, and Monday Whitecaps II

   - Mits: Tue/Thu Whitecaps II, and Nightcaps

- Saturday will have a rotating coach schedule

Full program details are also posted at: http://carletonmasters.tripod.com; and at: http://www.carleton.ca/athletics.

 

Newsletter: An e-newsletter (like this one) is sent out about every two weeks.  If you have new lane-mates, please mention to them that they should give their e-mail address to their coach if they'd like to receive it.

 

Suggestions for Workouts or Interested in Making up a Workout or a Set?: If you have suggestions for the workouts (something you like that we never do, or something you dislike that we do too much!), or if you'd like to try making up a workout or a set in a workout, just talk to your coach. 

 

Interested in Copies of the Workouts?: Are you interested in getting copies of Lynn's workouts ahead of time?  Let me know.  I usually e-mail out two week’s worth of workouts on alternate Sundays.  (Note that these are only the workouts that Lynn coaches.  If Lynn is not your coach, the workouts sent by e-mail will be different from the workouts your coach gives you!)

 

Weekly Social Events: All swimmers are invited to join us for:

- Thursday Dinner (after 6pm Whitecaps I workout: all year)

- Thursday Drinks (after 8:10pm Nightcaps workout: Sept-Apr)

- Saturday Brunch (after 9:30-10:30am workout: Sept-Jun; after 10:30-11:30am workout: July-Aug)

Meet by the Control Desk after workout.

 

Triathletes: Check out Rudy Hollywood’s website: http://www.trirudy.com and subscribe to the daily tri-news e-mail.

 

General Information: Program information, photos, old newsletters and the Carleton Masters records, among other things, can be viewed at: http://carletonmasters.tripod.com.

Your input to this newsletter is most welcome, especially for the Swimmer Notes, Race Results and Ask the Coach sections!  To be added to or removed from the receiver list, just let me know (lynnmarshall@sympatico.ca).

 

Happy lengths!

Lynn

 

lynnmarshall@sympatico.ca (or for quicker response: lynnmar@sce.carleton.ca)

Club website: http://carletonmasters.tripod.com