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 :)
I definitely agree with Paul and Chris. Paddles are great for stroke work, getting the feel for doing it right. You need to take off the wrist band and have the finger band loose. This way they will come off if you do the stroke incorrectly.
When I coach, I tell my swimmers that bad technique causes shoulder problems. If you strap on paddles tightly and continue with the same stroke, you will get shoulder problems even faster. Keep the paddles loose and think when you use them. To keep them on, you must have pressure on the water. Go slowly at first. It should improve your stroke.
I definitely agree with Paul and Chris. Paddles are great for stroke work, getting the feel for doing it right. You need to take off the wrist band and have the finger band loose. This way they will come off if you do the stroke incorrectly.
When I coach, I tell my swimmers that bad technique causes shoulder problems. If you strap on paddles tightly and continue with the same stroke, you will get shoulder problems even faster. Keep the paddles loose and think when you use them. To keep them on, you must have pressure on the water. Go slowly at first. It should improve your stroke.
