Hi everyone, got a question on the use of hand paddles. I've been swimming over a year now, (about 4 times a week, 3000 yards average). 2 months ago I encorporated hand paddles into my workout. Usually about 500-1000 yards, typically 50,s and 100's on a interval such as .45 or1:30. Since then, the last 3 times I swam freestyle events (mainly100's & 200's), my times have actually fallen off. My yearly big meet is coming up in the end of April. Should I discontinue the use of them soon. Could my arms be overworked and tired? I have absolutely no shoulder/arm pain because of them.
Thanks for all suggestions
I would say not to use them for every workout. You could be doing too much paddle work by doing it every workout. Maybe, use them every other workout or every third workout.
I would say not to use them for every workout. You could be doing too much paddle work by doing it every workout. Maybe, use them every other workout or every third workout.
