🏊‍♀️ Getting Fitter, Faster, and Further – One Swim at a Time 💪

This morning's swim was exactly what I needed - challenging, empowering, and deeply rewarding.

I swam 2 km in 49 minutes, and the best part?

➡️ I swam further AND faster than I did earlier this week! 🙌

On Monday, I completed 1.75 km in 52 minutes, which already felt like a big win. But today, just three days later, I covered more ground and shaved 13 minutes off my 1 km pace. Progress, not perfection - and today, it felt like both. 💖

Was it all smooth sailing (or swimming)? Not exactly! 😄

I shared a lane today, and like any swimmer will tell you - not all lane shares are created equal. Some people glide along with you. Others, well… bring a little “lane rage” into the water. 😂

But here’s what I noticed today:

Even though I felt the push and pull of other people’s energy, my awareness kicked in so much faster. I could feel it affect me, but I didn’t stay there. I realigned, focused on my pace, and kept swimming. 🧘‍♀️

Afterwards, I was starving - naturally! Sushi became my early lunch/post-swim snack. 🍣💕

🌊 Why I'm Swimming

Did you know this training is part of a much bigger goal?

In June, I’m swimming 20 km for The BigSwim to raise funds for Coastguard - an organisation that saves lives at sea and supports countless families. 🚤❤️

This journey isn’t just about physical endurance, it’s about mindset, resilience, and doing my bit for something bigger than me. It’s about showing up, even on the tough days, and recognizing that progress happens stroke by stroke.

💙 Want to Support or Follow Along?

If you’d love to support the cause or cheer me on as I build towards the Big 20km, I’ve popped all the details in the comments below (or you can find the link on my BigSwim page!).

Together, we can make waves — for ourselves and for others. 🌊

Thank you for being here with me on this journey.

With love,

Aley x

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