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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Jim, that was some relaly thoughtful advice. I appreciate it. Actually, I have a pretty bad lower back. I have a herniated disk and a fracture of my L5 vertabre that doesn't heal. The fracture is congenital defect. It never bothered me till 2 years ago when I injured it weight lifting. Now, I sometimes have some pretty bad sciatica. Swimming has really helped me strenghten my lower back muscles as well as walking. Jogging isn't really that good for me because of the impact. But as you stated, butterfly and sprint freestyle should be avioded!! Thanks again for your genuine help Jim. :D :D
Jim, that was some relaly thoughtful advice. I appreciate it. Actually, I have a pretty bad lower back. I have a herniated disk and a fracture of my L5 vertabre that doesn't heal. The fracture is congenital defect. It never bothered me till 2 years ago when I injured it weight lifting. Now, I sometimes have some pretty bad sciatica. Swimming has really helped me strenghten my lower back muscles as well as walking. Jogging isn't really that good for me because of the impact. But as you stated, butterfly and sprint freestyle should be avioded!! Thanks again for your genuine help Jim. :D :D
