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.
YES you may but sometimes there's no wall to grab
I'm with Ande here. If you're at a meet with the FINA pads that extend out of the water you will not be able to grab the wall. It's better to just learn to do the turn without grabbing.
YES you may but sometimes there's no wall to grab
I'm with Ande here. If you're at a meet with the FINA pads that extend out of the water you will not be able to grab the wall. It's better to just learn to do the turn without grabbing.
