Hello! I'm a newcomer to swimming laps, and I'd like everyone's input on a debate I'm having with a friend who also swims.
What is technically a lap?
I say it's based on distance. If you're in a 25m pool - then a lap is down and back. If you are in a 50m pool - then a lap is the length of the pool one way.
He says a lap is the length of a pool.
Can someone solve this battle for us?
Thanks!
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I've always referred to a length as a lap. Same with the coaches and officials.
But, what happens when you "lap" someone?
That's 2 more lengths than they swam.
I've always referred to a length as a lap. Same with the coaches and officials.
But, what happens when you "lap" someone?
That's 2 more lengths than they swam.
