So I have small paddles I use for *** drill (pressing the water).
I've swam a little front crawl with them too but I don't really know what I ought to be doing.
What is the use of paddles going to do for me?
Are there various types of target goals (speed or sttrength) that require different uses?
Will it create shoulder issues?
Any set ideas for an average swimmer?
Should I swim or just pull with them on?
Thanks...
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The problem is, they can numb the feel for the water. And when you take them off, if feels as if you're swimming with shrunken hands.
People over-using them tend to focus on their hands for power rather than also becoming aware of a vertical forearm.
Better to build your strength out of the pool if that's the main reason for using them.
They can be the number one cause of shoulder strain if used excessively or with poor stroke mechanics.
Your hands (and forearms) are your natural paddles.
And learning how to hang onto the water naturally is the way to go.
The problem is, they can numb the feel for the water. And when you take them off, if feels as if you're swimming with shrunken hands.
People over-using them tend to focus on their hands for power rather than also becoming aware of a vertical forearm.
Better to build your strength out of the pool if that's the main reason for using them.
They can be the number one cause of shoulder strain if used excessively or with poor stroke mechanics.
Your hands (and forearms) are your natural paddles.
And learning how to hang onto the water naturally is the way to go.
