Ahh, the lifeguard kills me!?

Question

There's a pool in my neighborhood, and I love to swim even though I'm horrible at it. However, I'm pretty much the only one who goes to that pool, and of course there's a lifeguard and that makes me feel EXTREMELY self-conscious, because I always feel like she's carefully observing me. And I suck at swimming too, lol. So it makes me so self-conscious and I never feel like going because of that! Seriously, how can I overcome this? It's annoying.

Answer 1

If you're the only one at the pool, who is she supposed to be watching other than you?

She might be anxious to tell you what you can improve, but doesn't want to say anything unless you ask. So ask her -- "Is there something you think I can do to improve my swimming?"  She might turn out to be very friendly and helpful.

Answer 2

like somone ealse sayed maybe she really wants to give u a few pointers but she is being shy like u are. so maybe ask  or as a lifeguard my self she knows it might be a good idea to keep a eye on u.  just keep in mind she is there to save u if need be. have a good one

Answer 3

Just go swim if you want to. Don't let staring bother you, it's just a girl so it's not as annoying. And if she continues to, go ask her why or strike up a conversation. Or bring more people who attract more attention than you do. And if you have questions about swimming just ask her, she's a professional lifeguard so she can give you some tips. Happy summer!

Answer 4

As a lifeguard, when we watch a person we're not trying to make you feel self conscious, I bet you the lifeguard is looking at you but not thinking about you meaning this. As a lifeguard you sit on your butt for a long time, no ipod, really no talking except for yelling at kids. If you have to go to the bathroom you have to hold it, its very boring. We just hum songs in our head or thing about other thinks while watching you to make sure that you do drown.

Just smile at the lifeguard, or try talking with the lifeguard. I love to have a conservation when there's one person in the pool.

Answer 5

ask him for some swimming tips and tell him you really suck but love to swimm