I saw a swim team swimming with these resistance devices the other day, kind of like parachutes. I figure they are probably good to help with strength, but it seems that they might also force you to improve technique to move at a reasonable pace. Anyone have experience with these things?
Taruky, I've used those same parachutes. At first they were buckets with holes in them. Hated those since they would hit me in the head when turning. I love the parachutes, though. Fastest 50 free from a push was right after taking a parachute off. I like the size that you saw them use and they would probably help. What does your coach say?
You know I haven't asked him. I've seen him use the bungee cord with a couple swimmers, so I would imagine he believes there is a place for that type of resistance training. In addition to the strength training of the chutes, I'm intrigued by the idea of being more aware of technique because it would be easier to recognize differences in speeds (I think).
Taruky, I've used those same parachutes. At first they were buckets with holes in them. Hated those since they would hit me in the head when turning. I love the parachutes, though. Fastest 50 free from a push was right after taking a parachute off. I like the size that you saw them use and they would probably help. What does your coach say?
You know I haven't asked him. I've seen him use the bungee cord with a couple swimmers, so I would imagine he believes there is a place for that type of resistance training. In addition to the strength training of the chutes, I'm intrigued by the idea of being more aware of technique because it would be easier to recognize differences in speeds (I think).
