Hi all
We're about to use Omega blocks for the first time at our short course nationals in the UK. I don't currently use a track start but it would seem like I'd be looking a gift horse in the mouth not to use them..
However, I won't have the chance to practice in advance (apart from warm up).
Any tips?
They are easy to use and you will like them. Just make sure that you know how to move them up and back. You want your back leg/knee to be at 90 degrees when your foot is on the back part of the block. Don't just accept the placement of the fin where the last swimmer had it, they can (and should) be moved if necessary.
Have fun!
A couple of pointers: to restate what Glenn said re the position of the rear leg, have your foot high enough on the fin that your shin is approx. horizontal and your toes are pointed straight down. Feet are no wider than your hips. Others may disagree, but I think your stronger leg should be in front. No upward movement off the blocks, straight out.
I love these blocks. Good luck.
I would at least get reacquainted with the track start on whatever old school blocks are available while keeping what the experts mentioned above in mind. Just so it wont be such a drastic transition.
