The 7 habits of highly effective Bolders

Date: 27 September 2021

Temp: 16ish

Viz: 6/10

Vaccination rate: 85% and 60% (2nd Dose)

Conditions: Sloppy, lumpy but overall a good morning out

 

On Mondays we like to reflect on the week that was and the week that is to come - I particularly like to do this on my Monday morning swim - A forced meditation if you will. and i know i'm not alone in this as many of our high calibre Bold swimmers also tend to exhibit this trait as well as some of the other habits effective people get around

1. Be proactive: Know your circle of influence, you cant change the weather, tides or temps but you can your plan of attack

2. Begin with the end in mind: if its a first trip to shelly, a planned half way exit, or a Sub 20 stunner - set those goals!

3. Put first things first: Bolding and getting your swim in in the morning is always the most important thing to get done - the rest can wait!

4. Think Win-Win: If I swim, I finish, I can have a tasty little Double Espresso and Almond Croissant

5. Seek first to understand, then to be understood: Learn to read the oceans and then swim within your limits

6. Synergise: One of the core values of this Bold - Stronger together - ubuntu

7. Sharpen the saw: This one is all about continual improvement and wether its a stroke improvement, some breathe work or just going after a new PB

 

 

Winter Badge Collection 2021

The Winter badges are finally on their way! Congratulations to all those who completed their Covid-19 winter swimming challenge. As more than 500 swimmers qualified, the badge distribution this year will initially be via snail mail to maintain a Covid-safe environment for our volunteers. Unfortunately, only virtual handshakes and hugs from Ian, John, Anne and Pauline and contact-less distribution.
There are two ways you can obtain your badge(s)

• Method 1. Inside a self-addressed, stamped envelope place cash for your badge/s - $10 per badge for the Winter Badge (if you completed 20 swims over winter) and an extra $10 for the WWW Badge if you did those swims without a wetsuit. Family members/friends sharing an envelope must clearly name each swimmer and badge achieved. Please check postage rates and size of envelope required for multiple badges. Post this envelope in another envelope to Ian Forster, 6 Bligh St, Northbridge. 2063.  
• Method 2. Wait until Covid restrictions on gathering are relaxed. We will then arrange a time for you to collect your badges from us in person. No promises when this will be but it may be when the vaccination rate reaches 80%.

Badges will be posted as soon as they arrive. If you have any other badges that you are missing and wish to purchase, please include cash for those as well.

 

Have a great week all!

MDP