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
I love the pull buoy. It is the only time I can compete with those in Lane 1!!! But, it is definitely a crutch.
I have heard of some elite swimmers doing monster pulling sets though. Like a 3-mile pull set with rubber bands around the legs. Do folks still do this?!?!?
I love the pull buoy. It is the only time I can compete with those in Lane 1!!! But, it is definitely a crutch.
I have heard of some elite swimmers doing monster pulling sets though. Like a 3-mile pull set with rubber bands around the legs. Do folks still do this?!?!?
