Hi all...
I'm just getting started with this whole serious swimming thing, and at 20 I'm trying to make up for lost time.
A friend of mine who was an excellent swimmer in high school is sort of coaching me now, although I'm a little skeptical about some of his advice. He suggests that I shave down like a competition swimmer in order to achieve a "better feel" for the water while I'm improving my technique. Is there any truth to this, and is there any other reason I should consider doing it? I'm obviously not anywhere near ready for competition, but I want to do whatever I can to learn quickly.
Any advice on this, and any other advice for a late starter would be really appreciated!
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Hmm? I have swam in a few meets since I started swimming nearly two years ago and have yet to shave down. I am sure it makes a difference but the hassle does not seem like it would be worthwhile when I am not going for top 10 times or anything. If somebody wanted to shave down for a meet I can certainly understand that but I don't see the need to shave for practice. As a matter of fact, shaving for practice will take away the benefits of doing it before a meet if I am not mistaken. Good luck in your quest for swimming mastery.
Hmm? I have swam in a few meets since I started swimming nearly two years ago and have yet to shave down. I am sure it makes a difference but the hassle does not seem like it would be worthwhile when I am not going for top 10 times or anything. If somebody wanted to shave down for a meet I can certainly understand that but I don't see the need to shave for practice. As a matter of fact, shaving for practice will take away the benefits of doing it before a meet if I am not mistaken. Good luck in your quest for swimming mastery.
