Can anyone enlighten me on the benefits of using fins during kick sets? Do they build leg muscles? Also, if they are something I need to add to my workouts, what style is the best for swimmers?
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Originally posted by Swimmer Bill
Deja vu! This question came up a short time ago, and I posted the following article in response. I wrote this article for Triathlete Magazine a couple years ago, which is why the information is geared toward triathletes and distance swimmers -- but it's really relevant to all swimmers.
Hope it helps!
~Bill
Kick-Start Your Workouts
By Bill Volckening
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Now **this** is the kind of priceless information that makes USMS such an incredible place. Thank you so much for this - you've saved me money and time -- all in one post!
Steph
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Former Member
Originally posted by Swimmer Bill
Deja vu! This question came up a short time ago, and I posted the following article in response. I wrote this article for Triathlete Magazine a couple years ago, which is why the information is geared toward triathletes and distance swimmers -- but it's really relevant to all swimmers.
Hope it helps!
~Bill
Kick-Start Your Workouts
By Bill Volckening
....
Now **this** is the kind of priceless information that makes USMS such an incredible place. Thank you so much for this - you've saved me money and time -- all in one post!
Steph
