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By fat teen - 05/06/2016 23:33 - United Kingdom - Leeds

Today, I decided to get back in shape so I went swimming. I only managed 10 lengths and was completely out of breath. I was so embarrassed that when a lifeguard asked me if I was OK, I made up a story about a leg injury as a reason to leave only 15 minutes after I got in. FML

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By water fail - 28/01/2016 11:42 - New Zealand - Auckland

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By grlzze444 - 16/11/2010 00:19 - United States

Today, my swim coach had me swim a 400 meter freestyle. Feeling a little sick near the end, I lifted my head to breathe, then burped, and threw up violently all in the pool. All my team mates screamed horrified running out of the pool, and now they have to drain it. I was told not to come back. FML

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TonierShadow 19

Monday 6 June 2016 12:29

It's perfectly fine. Just remember it is going to take you some time to get back in to things especially with more vigorous exercises like swimming. Wish you the best of luck with getting back into shape.

james_logan 19

Monday 6 June 2016 12:49

10 lengths? That's pretty good! I would be tired after 10 lengths as well. Next time maybe after the 10 lengths take a break to catch your breath and do another 10 lengths. Never give up. Never back down. You can do it bro!

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Kramer1998 20

Monday 6 June 2016 19:27

As long as you keep making progress, stick with it an push yourself to do better each time, you'll be shocked at what you achieve

Theater_Chef_3 30

Monday 6 June 2016 19:36

Hell, I've been a competitive swimmer since I was about 5, but recently I had to take a 4 month break and now that I'm back at it, 10 lengths is a struggle. We're both on the same boat, just keep working at it and pushing yourself, but don't be embarrassed to take a break. Being out of shape isn't that big of a deal especially if you're working to improve yourself

MrGarrett26 11

Monday 6 June 2016 20:12

don't be embarrassed. get your fat butt back in and swim more. they know that's why you are there. no need to feel upset

Jessmuss 3

Monday 6 June 2016 20:35

Same thing happened to me but I was the only person at the pool and the lifeguard was just sitting there. So after 15 mins of trying to swim some laps I awkwardly left

huffersheffer 3

Monday 6 June 2016 20:36

hey! you got out there and did something! be proud honey!

KimmyCupZ 21

Monday 6 June 2016 20:37

I'm sure that the life guard wouldn't judge you for doing something good for yourself. I'm also pretty sure he sees people wanting to get into shape quite often.

Nezah 6

Monday 6 June 2016 20:51

10 straight laps while swimming is actually pretty good. Keep trying.

LadyTyger51ne 8

Monday 6 June 2016 23:08

At least you started to get back in shape and you're beating everyone that's on the couch. Be proud of yourself!

McFishFilet 9

Monday 6 June 2016 23:10

To be honest, swimming is not the exercise to start on. Try running, curls, and push-ups/sit-ups. Then begin swimming. Swimming works every muscle, so it's not the best workout to start with.

MikaykayUnicorn 36

Monday 6 June 2016 23:17

Sadly OP probably won't try again because they were embarrassed for being tired so quickly. Everyone starts somewhere. Those 10 laps will turn into 15, then 20, then 25, then 30 up until you can do a hundred laps without feeling a thing. You just have to keep going. Don't be embarrassed. There's nothing embarrassing about trying to stay healthy.