I compete at triathlon (the modern pentathlon variety, swimming, running, shooting), which entails a 100m sprint swim in a pool. Recently many masters competitors have been sporting full body suits, and claiming that this has reduced their competitive times by up to 6 seconds over a 100m! Is there any evidence that these costumes can bring about such dramatic improvement? My own feeling is that if they do, then it's a form cheating as the costume has become an artificial aid - so I haven't invested in one yet!
What is the general feeling about the use of these costumes for pool events?
Joan
6 seconds difference in a 100m!!!! Where do I sign up!! Lexa is right, maybe .6 but not 6.0. I do wear a full body suit in competition and I think it does help even if only psychologically.
Also running in a full body suit after a swim would be uncomfortable. In order to work right the suit must be tight. When you run you do not want to be chaffed. And you certainly do not want to stop to take it off. That would add at least 10 minutes to your time!!
Glenn
6 seconds difference in a 100m!!!! Where do I sign up!! Lexa is right, maybe .6 but not 6.0. I do wear a full body suit in competition and I think it does help even if only psychologically.
Also running in a full body suit after a swim would be uncomfortable. In order to work right the suit must be tight. When you run you do not want to be chaffed. And you certainly do not want to stop to take it off. That would add at least 10 minutes to your time!!
Glenn
