I just got an email about a meet in the Adirondack LMSC on January 21. I have never done a pool race before and only one open water swim. I've been practicing fast 50s and 100s a couple times a week and I'd like to see how I might do in competition. The problem is, I can't practice diving in to start since the pools where I work out say no diving (except in meets). So how do I get some practice at it. I'm afraid the goggles will pop off as they have the few times that I ever did try it.
You can do an in the water start if you would be more comfortable.
You wont find an in the water start too much of a disadvantage either if this is your first meet. It will ensure your goggles stay on your face properly and its harder to do a false start.
I have not been off the blocks for a couple of years now due to a dodgy shoulder and I find I have usually caught up on 90% of other swimmers by the end of the first length.
Have a great time!
T
You can do an in the water start if you would be more comfortable.
You wont find an in the water start too much of a disadvantage either if this is your first meet. It will ensure your goggles stay on your face properly and its harder to do a false start.
I have not been off the blocks for a couple of years now due to a dodgy shoulder and I find I have usually caught up on 90% of other swimmers by the end of the first length.
Have a great time!
T
