Does anyone know if there are any rules on pacing? I tried to find information on it but couldn't. The question was raised at our meet yesturday when one of the swimmers had someone swim next to her just to pace her on her 500. Is this legal?
Isn't part of swimming long distance is being able to pace yourself?
Yes, I think it is. But the question was whether having someone pace you is legal, and I believe the answer to that question is yes. The fact the pacer was stopping periodically certainly makes it a little more slimy, but as far as I can tell not illegal.
Isn't part of swimming long distance is being able to pace yourself?
Yes, I think it is. But the question was whether having someone pace you is legal, and I believe the answer to that question is yes. The fact the pacer was stopping periodically certainly makes it a little more slimy, but as far as I can tell not illegal.
