I just saw the Fortress post something about Karlyn Pipes-Nielson having designed some new lightweight fins under, I think, the who wants to race which poster thread.
I thought I had read where swim devices were taboo; that it was better to use the entire body to enjoy full-body swimming and that there was little to no benefit to the use of fins (can't remember who wrote that).
Well, I use fins, two kinds; Zoomers, and some big lightweight ones with holes in them. They create great ankle flexibility; much better than sitting in front of the TV stretching them. My backstroke kick all through the 60s, 70s, 80s would not have been great without my kicking with fins. I find that fins help to develop quad and hamstring strength.
I need a new pair for Christmas. Anyone else use fins?
Donna
I am proud to be a Finner because they have worked for me in my quest to develop a better kick.Donna
Aw, thanks Donna. :smooch: I knew people were gonna start tracking me down ...
But all hubby cares about are the abs and the glutes. He agrees with that GoodSmith fellow apparently. :rofl:
I was swimming with my fins at my health club on xmas eve next to a tri fellow I used to see at the little league field. He said "you must be a swimmer" as we were chatting during a break. So I guess I am.
I am proud to be a Finner because they have worked for me in my quest to develop a better kick.Donna
Aw, thanks Donna. :smooch: I knew people were gonna start tracking me down ...
But all hubby cares about are the abs and the glutes. He agrees with that GoodSmith fellow apparently. :rofl:
I was swimming with my fins at my health club on xmas eve next to a tri fellow I used to see at the little league field. He said "you must be a swimmer" as we were chatting during a break. So I guess I am.
