Didn’t I just say the other day that swimming is one of my least favorite forms of cardio? It’s cold, it’s wet, it’s tedious, it’s boring. But just like that ex-boyfriend you run into after some time apart, you find yourself wondering what was really so bad about him after all.

This is my way of announcing that Swimming and I have decided to start seeing each other again.

Before hitting the pool early this morning I had a quick pre-swim date with almond butter. So quick in fact that I apparently couldn’t be bothered to even close the refrigerator door.

And then it was pool time.

I know, I know. We’re back together. It’s a little awkward at first. I’m not exactly looking forward to this, but let’s just jump in and get this part over with, ok?

The best part about being back together is that you’re already past that scary “what do you look like first thing in the morning” phase. Love me.

Today’s swim work out was 6 sets of:

(25 yards = 1 length of the pool)

100 yards freestyle
100 yards backstroke
50 yards kickboard

And a lovely cool down of 6 sets 25 yards free style, 25 yards backstroke.

During the 40 minutes of monotony I found myself listing the things I do like about Swimming.

I love that it’s a form of cardio that works the whole body
I like that I get focus on my breathing
I love that stretch you get along side your body when you reach forward during freestyle
I like that it’s low/no impact
I love that I get to wear a speedo without worrying that everyone thinks I’m a total dork. At least as far as my swim suit is concerned anyway.

The absolute best part about swimming? The long, hot, peaceful shower I get after I’m all done. And when I get home it’s like I’ve saved 20 minutes and I’m way ahead of the game.

Post workout I cut up one of my favorite varieties of pear, D’Anjou. I can only find these around here in the fall . D’Anjou is that long distance boyfriend who only comes in to town once and a while. Gotta get some D’Anjou pear action while I can.

The flesh is creamy, perfectly soft and sweet. The skin is a little thick though so I’m glad D’Anjou only comes around once a year. Nice to have you here, only a little sorry to see you go.

Well Swimming, it’s been a while, huh? I’m really just using you as a cold weather fling but we can pretend we’re soul mates for now. Don’t check the list of calls I’ve made on my cell phone, OK? Or if you do… don’t worry. D’Anjou is just a friend.