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.
Tried it in the pool today - what a mess I was! All twisted to the side! Guess I need to work on it more.
If I try the Shanteau/Mania style turn, I usually end up like that too. The flip-over turn has no twisting at all, so I can do it pretty consistently.
Tried it in the pool today - what a mess I was! All twisted to the side! Guess I need to work on it more.
If I try the Shanteau/Mania style turn, I usually end up like that too. The flip-over turn has no twisting at all, so I can do it pretty consistently.
