You’ve thought about it for a long time, and after much deliberation, you’ve decided to attend your first U.S. Masters Swimming National Championship. That’s great, but if you want to have a great meet, there’s a lot more you need to do than just sign up for the meet and book your hotel room. This groundwork begins months before you step up for your first race. Preparing early for the big meet will increase your chances of success tenfold.