Ali Blondell

Current Age Group: 35-39

Team you are a part of: Straycats

When did you start competitively swimming? 9

How long have you been in Michigan Masters? Since 2018

What is your favorite swim event/race? 50 and 100 fly

So far, what was your favorite Masters Swim Meet? I’m torn between Spring Nationals in Irvine or this past summer Nationals in Indy.

What is your favorite set? I secretly love doing fly sprint sets. My training buddy has me hooked on the Micheal Phelps fly set: 30×50 where you cycle through drill, kick , and all out fly.

What is something you need to improve or constantly working on in the pool? Lately I have been working on staying low in my fly, but I am constantly focused on my underwater.

What are your big swim goal(s)? To keep having fun. I was extremely burnt out after college and completely stopped for 7 years. I have a love for the sport again and really enjoy the friendships that I’ve made. Hopefully my kids will keep loving the water and someday maybe they will want to swim too!

Favorite swim Olympian? Kate Douglass. The variety of events that she can swim is phenomenal.

What do you like to do outside the pool? Traveling or anything outside! In the summers I love to camp or spend time at the lake boating or paddle boarding. I also enjoy spending time with my kids