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 :)
One aspect of paddles that helps me (or at least it did in the past) was to help me get a better feel for a clean entry and exit with my hands. And also to provide feedback on when I was just skimming my finger tips over the water on recovery. When I felt the tip of the paddles dig, I knew I was at the proper height. But even when I was younger and dumber (OK, younger), I used padddles sparingly. And only as a training aid.
But in all cases YMMV, just make sure you actually LISTEN to what your body tells you.
Paul
One aspect of paddles that helps me (or at least it did in the past) was to help me get a better feel for a clean entry and exit with my hands. And also to provide feedback on when I was just skimming my finger tips over the water on recovery. When I felt the tip of the paddles dig, I knew I was at the proper height. But even when I was younger and dumber (OK, younger), I used padddles sparingly. And only as a training aid.
But in all cases YMMV, just make sure you actually LISTEN to what your body tells you.
Paul
