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.
So I tried these turns a bunch of times last week, based on what Shanteau does. My coaches said it looked legal, but I wanted to tape it as well. Got it on tape today:
YouTube- Back - *** Transition Turn
Credit to this thread for getting me motivated to practice something new :chug:
As others indicated, I'm concerned about getting dq'ed even if it is legal. Heck, I got dq'ed at scy nationals in my 2 *** for doing the same *** I've been doing my entire life lol.
So I tried these turns a bunch of times last week, based on what Shanteau does. My coaches said it looked legal, but I wanted to tape it as well. Got it on tape today:
YouTube- Back - *** Transition Turn
Credit to this thread for getting me motivated to practice something new :chug:
As others indicated, I'm concerned about getting dq'ed even if it is legal. Heck, I got dq'ed at scy nationals in my 2 *** for doing the same *** I've been doing my entire life lol.
