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Discussion: swimming fins
Subject: swimming fins By: Jon A. Written on: 2006-06-13 15:39:48 Message: i was reading a book on triathlon swimming and the illustrations showed swimmers with mini fins, do most people wear fins in the water? thanks, jon
Subject: RE: swimming fins By: Erik T. Written on: 2006-06-13 17:32:38 Message: Fins can help learn body position and get a feel for hydrodynamics (easier to feel mistakes and inefficiency when you're going fast) but I see a lot of swimmers use them as a crutch at my masters group. I'd recommend making limited use of them in the off season, but the closer to race day you get the more I'd encourage you to go without. The best way to get faster in the water is to join a masters group and get some coaching. Good luck, Erik
Subject: RE: swimming fins By: Ronald F. Written on: 2006-06-13 17:38:49 Message: I agree 100% with Erik
Subject: RE: swimming fins By: John H. Written on: 2006-06-13 18:35:09 Message: Use them sparingly for training. I use them to help develop a stronger kick but take them off for everything else.
Subject: RE: swimming fins By: Jon A. Written on: 2006-06-14 02:28:13 Message: thanks a lot for all the advice
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