I don't use paddles due to past shoulder issues.
Concho Pearl, since you're just getting back into the water, be careful if you choose to use hand paddles. They can magnify poor stroke mechanics and really do a number on your shoulders.
I watched this one guy swimming at the Fitness Center on his own last Saturday and he was wearing HUGE paddles and doing elementary backstroke. My shoulders still ache just thinking about that...
I don't use paddles due to past shoulder issues.
Concho Pearl, since you're just getting back into the water, be careful if you choose to use hand paddles. They can magnify poor stroke mechanics and really do a number on your shoulders.
I watched this one guy swimming at the Fitness Center on his own last Saturday and he was wearing HUGE paddles and doing elementary backstroke. My shoulders still ache just thinking about that...
