Hi folks,
I've just joined Masters to work on improving my swim technique and speed. Other than general fitness, my main motivation is that I'm a scuba diver and I want to improve my ability to swim through a current when needed, particularly as I'm hoping to make it to Galapagos in a few years.
For starters I'm focusing on developing my 6-beat flutter kick since this generally would be useful in a current, as well as making me a faster freestyle swimmer. I also plan to work on the frog kick.
Since I'm sure there are other scuba divers here, I thought I'd ask for recommendations for other ideas on the most helpful drills, exercises or techniques to improve scuba efficiency & fitness. Have you found any swim techniques that specifically help you deal with currents better, or improves buoyancy control or air consumption?
I have started working with a swim coach but she doesn't seem too familiar with scuba techniques so I'm hoping a few folks here have some ideas!
Thanks!
Bianca
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picking the proper scuba fins is key.
being a scuba video nut, i like having utmost control and with forcefins, i can actually backup.
however, they are not the best in super strong currents. that's where my swimming background will get me where i need to go.
another big advantage of being a swimmer that also scuba's is that my breath control allows me to run max time...every time.
i always get back on the boat with air to spare, but out of time.
steve - rescue diver
picking the proper scuba fins is key.
being a scuba video nut, i like having utmost control and with forcefins, i can actually backup.
however, they are not the best in super strong currents. that's where my swimming background will get me where i need to go.
another big advantage of being a swimmer that also scuba's is that my breath control allows me to run max time...every time.
i always get back on the boat with air to spare, but out of time.
steve - rescue diver
