I also lost my competitive edge as well as my fitness, endurance, and strength. Karnaugh wanted to begin preparing for Sydney soon after the Atlanta Games. Karnaugh came back with his M.D. a year later and made the U.S. team for the World Championships with just eight weeks of full-time training, doing only aerobic work. I believe there are other athletes who work harder than swimmers in more demanding sports that are very successful in their 30s. Just look at Michael Jordan.
Swimmers can do it, too.
But society doesn't want them to. No, you shouldn't. You can teach my swimmers from your experience and be a positive role model. And, if you're not, you're not going to swim here. Ron is in unbelievable condition.