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!
Parents
Former Member
Frankly, the art of swimming is all about conditioning your mind and body to adapt from the land to an aquatic environment and shaving (for the purpose of reducing drag) isn’t of much value.
However, shaving does provide an enhanced feel for the water for those who like the more sensual aspect of swimming.
Incidentally, since the topic of “shaving and drag” has come up, here’s a link I posted on the USMS site regarding the closely related subject of drag and the new suits:
forums.usms.org/showthread.php
My opinion is just enjoy your training and try not to get too emotional about the competitiveness issue.
Happy Swimming
:D
Frankly, the art of swimming is all about conditioning your mind and body to adapt from the land to an aquatic environment and shaving (for the purpose of reducing drag) isn’t of much value.
However, shaving does provide an enhanced feel for the water for those who like the more sensual aspect of swimming.
Incidentally, since the topic of “shaving and drag” has come up, here’s a link I posted on the USMS site regarding the closely related subject of drag and the new suits:
forums.usms.org/showthread.php
My opinion is just enjoy your training and try not to get too emotional about the competitiveness issue.
Happy Swimming
:D
