Is pulling still recommended? If so, with what type of equipment and what kind of drills? I've read conflicting views on this; one article in Swim a few years back implied that pulling (with paddles) was a good way to end up in the orthopedist's office with a shoulder problem.
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I swim 3 days per week and I use paddles on all days.
I feel that they help to refine my stroke as I use them.
For instance: As my hands enter the water I can "feel" how my entry is to the water, reminding me to keep them streamlined upon entry. Also as I pull through the water (not race speed) I can feel if my hands are slipping through the stroke. Which helps me to correct this and to pull more effectively.
I understand some people have shoulder or back (or whatever) problems but I think that paddles are a great tool for us swimmers to use, when used slow and steady. :cool:
P.S. Good Luck at Nationals
I swim 3 days per week and I use paddles on all days.
I feel that they help to refine my stroke as I use them.
For instance: As my hands enter the water I can "feel" how my entry is to the water, reminding me to keep them streamlined upon entry. Also as I pull through the water (not race speed) I can feel if my hands are slipping through the stroke. Which helps me to correct this and to pull more effectively.
I understand some people have shoulder or back (or whatever) problems but I think that paddles are a great tool for us swimmers to use, when used slow and steady. :cool:
P.S. Good Luck at Nationals
