Regarding the back to *** turn in the IM, is it legal to grab the wall or top of the gutter when turning? I find that grabbing the wall helps in pulling the legs into the wall in preparation for pushing off. I read the rules on the backstroke and IM and did not see anything prohibiting this, but want to make sure before developing a habit. Also, any advice on a better way of making the turn is welcomed.
Um, aren't you swimming backstroke into the turn??????? :angel:Yeah, but, with my breaststroke, I really need to minimize the time I'm swimming on top of the water and maximize my underwater pullout; I need all the air I can get.
Um, aren't you swimming backstroke into the turn??????? :angel:Yeah, but, with my breaststroke, I really need to minimize the time I'm swimming on top of the water and maximize my underwater pullout; I need all the air I can get.
