Wearing Tape

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aztimm — Mon, 03 Jan 2011 11:45:51 GMT

Duct tape was forbidden by FINA because of the substances used under… anything that prevents the feeling of pain while competing is performance enhancing What about a band-aid? I've seen some of those that are 6" long...maybe they can also be performance enhancing? A strip of KT tape isn't much longer.

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Former Member — Mon, 03 Jan 2011 09:03:17 GMT

Duct tape was forbidden by FINA because of the substances used under… anything that prevents the feeling of pain while competing is performance enhancing

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swimshark — Mon, 03 Jan 2011 07:32:14 GMT

Duct tape was forbidden by FINA because of the substances used under… anything that prevents the feeling of pain while competing is performance enhancing The KT tape and horse wrap both let me swim without feeling pain, when I have it. But I've been allowed to swim in USMS and USA-S meets with it on.

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debaru — Mon, 03 Jan 2011 02:53:12 GMT

If you get it, Amazon has pretty good prices :) Thanks for the tip. I checked for local resellers and just about all of the major sporting good stores (i.e., Big 5, Sports Chalet, ***'s, Sports Authority) sell the stuff. Unless I can get free shipping from Amazon, I usually find it's cheaper to just get it locally as the cost of shipping negates the savings. But, I will compare prices. :agree:

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Former Member — Sun, 02 Jan 2011 17:23:28 GMT

I'm not saying I want a suit of duct tape, just saying you can wear as much type of any kind you like in my pool.

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aztimm — Sun, 02 Jan 2011 12:58:07 GMT

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orca1946 — Sun, 02 Jan 2011 11:56:44 GMT

Will we now have suit inspectors looking for hidden tape ?:badday:

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aztimm — Sun, 02 Jan 2011 11:30:26 GMT

After checking out the KT website, and watching a video for the type of pain I tend to experience, I definitely would give this stuff a try. If you get it, Amazon has pretty good prices :)

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Former Member — Sun, 02 Jan 2011 08:26:18 GMT

Create your own tech suit -- with duct tape? My own tech suit with duct tape mixed with some forbidden substances to stimulate through the skin? Good idea!:D Next, will have the referees instead of looking to my “behind” looking for the FINA approval stamp they will searching me “under suit …” for illegal substances:blush: would be unique:cheerleader:

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debaru — Sun, 02 Jan 2011 06:56:53 GMT

Can someone explain how KT tape works? How can placing tape on the skin do much, if anything, to aid (possibly injured) muscles in recovery? Sounds like an excellent example of the placebo effect to me. After checking out the KT website, and watching a video for the type of pain I tend to experience, I definitely would give this stuff a try. Here's a link to how it works (scroll down near the bottom of the page): www.kttape.com/.../

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swimshark — Sun, 02 Jan 2011 03:43:06 GMT

At first glance on this topic, I thought this was quite silly to micro-manage. I have KT tape, and it is fantastic, especially to help with recovery after a long run (really helps push offs on my turns when swimming the next day). But after considering this a bit more...if someone is that injured that they need to wear tape, they probably shouldn't be competing in the first place. So I guess I'm in favor of the rule. In my case, the tape enabled me to keep competing but I wasn't doing any more damage by doing so. Without it, the tendons moved too much and it hurt more.

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philoswimmer — Sun, 02 Jan 2011 03:02:41 GMT

What is the point of the rule? Its not like it would make you faster. Swim wrapped in duct tape for all I care. Create your own tech suit -- with duct tape?

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smontanaro — Sun, 02 Jan 2011 02:40:32 GMT

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The Fortress — Sun, 02 Jan 2011 01:36:41 GMT

What I use it for depends on what hurts...some examples-- * shin splints: I put it length-wise from about my ankle up both the inside and outside of my leg, using whole strips * ankle: kind of make it into a wrap. I usually will use a mixture of 1/2 and whole strips. This stuff is amazing, the instructions that come with it show how you can use it nearly anywhere on your body! They're active on Facebook, they'll answer any questions pretty quickly. Plus the tape stays on through a shower or pool workout. I found the best for me is to shave where I plan to put it ahead of time, prevents some pain in taking it off later. I agree it isn't performance-enhancing. If anything, it would probably create more drag. Thanks Tim. I've used it before for my shoulders and back, but never the legs. I may try to use it on my calves, as they take a lot of abuse during my workouts.

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aztimm — Sun, 02 Jan 2011 01:18:52 GMT

How/where do you use the KT after a run? I don't see how KT is performance enhancing at all. I've worn it in practice, but not in meets. Duct tape, on the other hand, has been used by elite triathletes under their suits + wetsuits to get further compression. Sounds unappealing to me. What I use it for depends on what hurts...some examples-- * shin splints: I put it length-wise from about my ankle up both the inside and outside of my leg, using whole strips * ankle: kind of make it into a wrap. I usually will use a mixture of 1/2 and whole strips. This stuff is amazing, the instructions that come with it show how you can use it nearly anywhere on your body! They're active on Facebook, they'll answer any questions pretty quickly. Plus the tape stays on through a shower or pool workout. I found the best for me is to shave where I plan to put it ahead of time, prevents some pain in taking it off later. I agree it isn't performance-enhancing. If anything, it would probably create more drag.

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The Fortress — Sun, 02 Jan 2011 01:10:05 GMT

At first glance on this topic, I thought this was quite silly to micro-manage. I have KT tape, and it is fantastic, especially to help with recovery after a long run (really helps push offs on my turns when swimming the next day). But after considering this a bit more...if someone is that injured that they need to wear tape, they probably shouldn't be competing in the first place. So I guess I'm in favor of the rule. How/where do you use the KT after a run? I don't see how KT is performance enhancing at all. I've worn it in practice, but not in meets. Duct tape, on the other hand, has been used by elite triathletes under their suits + wetsuits to get further compression. Sounds unappealing to me.

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Former Member — Sat, 01 Jan 2011 15:48:28 GMT

What is the point of the rule? Its not like it would make you faster. Swim wrapped in duct tape for all I care.

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That Guy — Sat, 01 Jan 2011 11:02:13 GMT

What is the point of the rule? Its not like it would make you faster. Swim wrapped in duct tape for all I care. please post youtube video of your duct tape swim kthx

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__steve__ — Sat, 01 Jan 2011 09:49:59 GMT

Seriously, it is tape, not magic potion.Yeah, but foil usually does the trick, esp the "heavy duty" grade

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Former Member — Fri, 31 Dec 2010 16:55:35 GMT

I use tape to stabilize my AC joint as I have a rotator cuff tear. It actually inhibits muscles from firing and I don't think there would be a competitive advantage. I presume it would be allowed by the referee under the rules as it helps to prevent further tearing. I guess I'll find out.

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aquageek — Fri, 31 Dec 2010 11:32:14 GMT

I'm glad you posted this Ande. I don't see many swimmers wearing the tape but it has become some sort of badge of honor to be mummified in the stuff in the tri community.

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Former Member — Fri, 31 Dec 2010 11:23:42 GMT

I wear tin foil on my head as it inhibits the aliens from firing. Seriously, it is tape, not magic potion. Best quote to end the year.

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swimshark — Fri, 31 Dec 2010 08:04:43 GMT

...must...resist urge...to comment... Neigh.. Thank you Chris.

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aquageek — Fri, 31 Dec 2010 05:58:16 GMT

IIt actually inhibits muscles from firing... I wear tin foil on my head as it inhibits the aliens from firing. Seriously, it is tape, not magic potion.

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orca1946 — Fri, 31 Dec 2010 03:01:35 GMT

When in doubt - ask the ref.:applaud: