Greetings
I use a pull buoy all the time when I swim in the pool. I am clearly able to go faster, farther and at a lower heart rate with one than without. My tri friends say don't worry about it. It approximates my body position in a wetsuit as well. My pool swimming friends tell me to get rid of it and learn balance. If I could see some value in not using it for my open water swimming I would make myself stop using one. If there is no real value in not using one I will probably continue. All feedback appreciated.
Regards
Spudfin
Pull buoys, like fins or paddles are a training aid and should be used is a part of a work-out, not as an all the time crutch.
I agree with Rob.
I'll use a pull buoy during some freestyle sets. I feel it helps to provide body position similar to that when I am wearing a technical suit. I won't use it if I want to focus on turning speed. Just kinda depends on what I feel like focusing on during a set.
Pull buoys, like fins or paddles are a training aid and should be used is a part of a work-out, not as an all the time crutch.
I agree with Rob.
I'll use a pull buoy during some freestyle sets. I feel it helps to provide body position similar to that when I am wearing a technical suit. I won't use it if I want to focus on turning speed. Just kinda depends on what I feel like focusing on during a set.
