I started the FORCE program this last weekend. I've done the first two workouts and I am really looking forward to the next 46. Between the beginning of the year and now I was a regular in the pool, avg 5000 yds/week, until about 2 weeks ago. Work got busy and I stopped swimming. Now things are calming...

Many pools that are multi-functional have foam mats that kids use as rafts. These work great as a drier and protection buffer from the hard tile pool deck surface. Even a collection of yoga mats can help create a slip resistant environment.