Another newbie question: how do you keep count of how many strokes/lengths/laps?
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When I run, I well count on my fingers and it works pretty well, but I can't quite as easily have my fingernails pressing into my skin as I swim. Thanks in advance, B
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The best way is to use the pace clock. Just glance at it on your first breath coming out of a turn. If you know your pace you should be able to figure out where you're at. For example, if you hold about 1:30 per 100, and the pace clock tells you you're at 3:00, it's pretty easy to realize you've gone 200 yards.
Kirk...c'mon man that's maths...I'm trying to enjoy my swim. ;)
I think the chant but out loud is a good technique. Or sing ## Bottles of beer on the wall and countdown. Either of my techniques should get you a lane to yourself as an added bonus.
PS Kirk. Seriously thanks really, I never thought tracking it that way.
The best way is to use the pace clock. Just glance at it on your first breath coming out of a turn. If you know your pace you should be able to figure out where you're at. For example, if you hold about 1:30 per 100, and the pace clock tells you you're at 3:00, it's pretty easy to realize you've gone 200 yards.
Kirk...c'mon man that's maths...I'm trying to enjoy my swim. ;)
I think the chant but out loud is a good technique. Or sing ## Bottles of beer on the wall and countdown. Either of my techniques should get you a lane to yourself as an added bonus.
PS Kirk. Seriously thanks really, I never thought tracking it that way.
