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.
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Spudfin
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Thanks for the replies.
I have been told by observers that it looks like all I do is drag my legs along in the lake with a wetsuit on. Not much of a kick.
Thanks
Spudfin
I hate to say but that is exactly how almost all Triathletes swim.
I still use a buoy and fins, but for specific reasons set out by my coach.
I use the buoy so I can concentrate on the swim stroke, but not for long then get rid of it to practice the stroke and kick.
I use long fins because, as a runner, I have very inflexible ankles and long fins help there. The majority of my kicking is without fins. I'd try kicking with shoes but I'm not there yet. I'd probably :drown:
Thanks for the replies.
I have been told by observers that it looks like all I do is drag my legs along in the lake with a wetsuit on. Not much of a kick.
Thanks
Spudfin
I hate to say but that is exactly how almost all Triathletes swim.
I still use a buoy and fins, but for specific reasons set out by my coach.
I use the buoy so I can concentrate on the swim stroke, but not for long then get rid of it to practice the stroke and kick.
I use long fins because, as a runner, I have very inflexible ankles and long fins help there. The majority of my kicking is without fins. I'd try kicking with shoes but I'm not there yet. I'd probably :drown:
