HI all. I need help deciding what paddles to use. I just bought TYR Catalyst paddles size S. I am a male, 23 years old, weigh 150 and swim about 3-4 times a week. I would say that I am intermediate. Basically, I feel that the paddles provide too much resistance for me. Although, the Small size is what it recommened. I have no experience with paddles so I am un sure of how they are suppposed to feel. I am afriad that if I move a size smaller, my hands might be slightly too big for it. The XS is recommended for for males and females 11-12 years old. I am in a bind so any help would be appreciated!!!! Regards, Cliff :)
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Thanks guys. Alot of interesting opinoins here, and that's exaclty what I posted for. As for injuries, that's exactly what I don't want to happen. I guess I will do away with the paddles. The main reason why I swim is for my lower back. I have a bad lower back and swimming is the only form of exersize that is easy on it. I really can't afford to get hurt. Now, I am kind of scared to use them. :( Better scared, than injured I guess. Thanks to all! -Cliff
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Thanks guys. Alot of interesting opinoins here, and that's exaclty what I posted for. As for injuries, that's exactly what I don't want to happen. I guess I will do away with the paddles. The main reason why I swim is for my lower back. I have a bad lower back and swimming is the only form of exersize that is easy on it. I really can't afford to get hurt. Now, I am kind of scared to use them. :( Better scared, than injured I guess. Thanks to all! -Cliff
