Flipout!
Article Abstract:
Fins bring a number of benefits as a training tool for swimmers. Although the primary gain from these equipment is increased speed, some swimmers do not realize that they also contribute substantially to weight reduction, enhance efficiency and improve flexibility. Calories are burned more with the use of fins since they make use of more muscles. Swimmers are also able to concentrate on stroke drills more when they wear fins since they keep one afloat and propel one forward. Increased speed with fins also gives the swimmer a better recognition of errors that need adjustment.
Publication Name: Rodale's Fitness Swimmer
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 1083-6357
Year: 1999
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Training on board
Article Abstract:
Westerville, OH-based company Zura Sports created kickboards that are designed to suit swimmers with shoulder problems. The company's line of kickboards are less buoyant so they keep the body in a normal position while kicking. The kickboards can also be used in practicing balance, butterfly kick, and streamlining. Zura's boards are designed with different grip points that even younger swimmers could use them.
Publication Name: Rodale's Fitness Swimmer
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 1083-6357
Year: 1999
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Breaking waves
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The techniques to swimming in open-water events are presented. These include scouting the site, staying close to the shore, swimming with a buddy and adapting the body to colder temperature. During the actual race, swimmers should use open-water techniques such as starting right, breathing right, staying on course, drafting off faster swimmers, concentrating on their own strokes and enjoying the race.
Publication Name: Rodale's Fitness Swimmer
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 1083-6357
Year: 1999
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