In running, front running is a perfectly acceptable racing tactic. It could actually be utilizing a strength. Is it the same in swimming? It seems like I've read a lot about negative splitting and pacing. Does anyone here front run? (I think I've seen Kate Zeigler employ that strategy ...) Do we have to commit to hurt or is it better to commit to pace? (Sorry if that sounded like a Sex & The City question.)
If you are racing to win, another factor is knowing the field. When you know how your competitors pace, you can react to it.
If you are racing for a record (or PB in my case), you have to swim within yourself and know your pace. This is where time trials are important in practice.
If you are racing to win, another factor is knowing the field. When you know how your competitors pace, you can react to it.
If you are racing for a record (or PB in my case), you have to swim within yourself and know your pace. This is where time trials are important in practice.
