Looking for opinions on the benefits on using swim paddles and what type.
Also lookng for opinions on the variety of swimsuits ie. Trainer/brief/legskins etc.. Are they really all that much better?
Also taper styles- I've been swimming regulary since 7/1/05 for a meet on 11/5/05. I swim in surf baggies-good drag.
I started out out 500 yds 1st month 1500 2nd month and am now doing 2000-2600yds half of it kicking. Just started sets 4X50 on 1 minute of free/***/back. Weights 2-4 times a week. The pool is a BALLYS 25YD pool loaded with noodle clingers-atleast they are not in the lap area.
Thanks and I look forward to your input.
I agree with the responses you've rec'd but would like to address your taper. If you want a true taper, I'd cut out the weights three weeks before your competition. Weights are extremely hard on the muscles and as masters swimmers it takes alot longer to recover. You can always go right back to the weights after the meet.
I agree with the responses you've rec'd but would like to address your taper. If you want a true taper, I'd cut out the weights three weeks before your competition. Weights are extremely hard on the muscles and as masters swimmers it takes alot longer to recover. You can always go right back to the weights after the meet.
