(Part 3) Top products from r/Swimming

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u/kansascrime · 3 pointsr/Swimming

I don't know what goggles you wear now but they do make a women's pair of vanquishers. I don't have any experience with women's goggles obviously, but the reviews look good and I'm sure that they work well. I do believe since they are women's they have a smaller socket size.

A great thing about these goggles though is that they come with interchangable nose pieces to fit the size of your nose bridge. It really is nice and this also may be the cause of your leakage. They are a little difficult to change but that's good because then you know it won't randomly pop out or something.

Before you rush out and buy these I just want you to be aware that you absolutely can over tighten your goggles. That will cause those infamous red rings and even cause some leakage. There is definitely a sweet spot for some goggles and loosening those straps may be a fix. But if that's not the case these goggles are in my opinions a great option.

u/kalloo · 1 pointr/Swimming

I also started teaching adults fairly recently, and I find them VERY different from my classes for kids. I teach more beginners than intermediate, but see if you can find a book of swimming drills for them. My pool has a copy of the Swimming Drill Book that has a lot of ideas that can be done with swimmers of all different levels.

I do a lot of work with flippers and aqua-joggers to help get their bodies positioned correctly, that way they can learn the technique and travel the length of the pool rather than stopping every 3 feet. Once they get a feel for it, swimming aids can be reduced.

I mostly stick with elementary backstroke (w/ flutter kick) and freestyle, sometimes breaststroke arms over a noodle if they've done enough time with the other two and need another stroke.

The most challenging students are adults that are really fit and muscular, because they sink like rocks! Work on gliding push-offs from the wall to help get enough forward momentum to overcome their muscle weight.

If you have adults that can swim the length of the pool, Swimplan is a good resource for writing sets for them to follow.

Hope that helped, good luck today!

u/CracklePearl · 1 pointr/Swimming

I have really long hair and have tried different caps. I did an Amazon review with pictures for the Aegend long hair cap comparing it to the TYR long hair, Friendly Swede and Lahtek. I’ve never tried regular size caps, but if you just have a big head but not a lot of hair I’d say the Friendly Swede might be the best (of the ones i have tried) because it doesn’t have the bump out. I don’t know if it will help but you can find the images in the reviews here:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07TNNVKLF/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_mKcxDbSX788ZN

(sorry I don’t know how to link to an individual review and hope this is allowed)

u/hemlocky_ergot · 1 pointr/Swimming

I think it would be really beneficial for you to break up your swims a little. It really will help with your stamina. Instead of attempting a straight 2,000 meter swim, why not try 4x500m with like two minute breaks between every 500?

Or you could do 10x200m. Or you could do like 200m swim, 200m pull, 200m kick.

When I first started swimming I got this book: http://www.amazon.com/The-Waterproof-Coach-Swimmers-Triathletes/dp/0965623009

And it really, really, really helped with my workouts. Building up the endurance and mental strength to do a 10k (even in a pool) really is an effort. Also, from what I heard, if you don't do the right drills or have the right technique you can cause injuries. This is why things like catch-up, fists, and body rotation drills are so important.

Also, with the longer distances, it really helps to do flipturns, it increases your speed and I've been told it reduces stress on your shoulders.

I don't know much about how to keep track if you can't wear a watch, maybe you could google it? Feel free to PM me if you have any questions. I'm not as experienced as a lot of the distance swimmers in the forum, not even close- but I can try to help. There are a lot of amazing distance swimmers in r/swimming.

u/coolsideofyourpillow · 2 pointsr/Swimming

You'll want a dedicated waterproof mp3 player because the Bluetooth in your phone only has a range of about 10m. If you still want your phone poolside, just get one of these.

I don't know what your budget is, but I've used these and they're pretty great. Snug fit, doesn't come off from water resistance, and audio quality is good.

u/scottrepreneur · 1 pointr/Swimming

My team used these and they were great. Surprisingly comfortable and easy to adjust and clean. Wore this for many many laps, probably should get a new one now that you mention it.

u/CommissarSmersh · 3 pointsr/Swimming

The basic class structure I use for swimming lessons is:

Warm-up - gets the wiggles out, sets up consitency
Review - go over things they know, still correct technique
Introduce - introduce new skills that build on the known skills (this varies on age group, skill level and difficulty of what is being taught)
Review - go over new skill, combine it with previous skills
Cooldown - something fun, game, etc to let them know class is over / reward them for being awesome earlier

Grab this and this, though both only have basic diving material in them, it'll be an excellent place to start with non-divers that you can build off.

u/CarlinT · 5 pointsr/Swimming

Hi, new to swimming here. First off, great post.

I just scheduled to meet with a coach next week to learn how to start swimming as a sport (more specifically tri's). She mentioned that I should get goggles and tights. I've been cycling (and wearing cycling shorts) so showing off the form of my legs isn't too big of a deal. I was hoping someone could point me in the direction of what to buy. I figure I'd ask here just incase if there are some other total newbies looking. I plan to read the sidebar, use the search function, and hopefully become an active member of /r/swimming!

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I went ahead and ordered:

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0028QZJ1E/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000ENORMK/ref=oh_details_o00_s01_i00

too excited :3

u/MicrosoftSucks · 3 pointsr/Swimming

While you learn the strokes, try swimming with a front-mounted snorkel, e.g.: http://www.amazon.com/FINIS-1-05-009-Yellow-Finis-Swimmers-Snorkel/dp/B004O6G95Q

This article seems pretty decent on explaining the benefits: http://triathlete-europe.competitor.com/2010/09/10/time-start-training-snorkel/

You can also try doing drills to practice breathing to the side. One trick I use when teaching swim lessons is to get a "noodle" or kickboard and hold it out in front of you with your arms completely extended.

While leaving one arm holding onto the noodle or kick board, take the other arm and do a freestyle stroke and then breathe to the side. Once your arm is back on the kickboard then your face should be back in the water.

Example image

Lastly, don't give up! Good luck :)

u/doublestop23 · 1 pointr/Swimming

Here are some books that might help:

u/AnonymousWannabe · 2 pointsr/Swimming

A phone in a water proof case is exactly what I do. I have a clear waterproof pouch that I put my phone in and a makeshift mount made of a large binder clip with large bolts zip tied to the arms. You can adjust the angle of the shot by moving the arms. The bolts weigh the phone down and act as feet so your phone stays upright.

I find that the front facing camera works best because it's a wider angle and you can see your shot as you adjust your phone on the bottom of the pool.

u/druuuun · 1 pointr/Swimming

I'm no doctor but can highly recommend the approach laid out in the following book https://www.amazon.com/Shoulder-Solution-Prevention-Revised-Expanded/dp/1589096428 The program basically involves hanging from a pull up bar to help remodel your shoulder.

u/Kongbuck · 1 pointr/Swimming

I picked up this book about anatomy and stretching that has proven very helpful in learning how to stretch out my back more effectively: https://www.amazon.com/Anatomy-Stretching-Second-Illustrated-Rehabilitation/dp/1583943714/

u/Panfrances143 · 2 pointsr/Swimming

Same boat. I use this book. Ive found that unless i have a workout spelled out for me I'll be in the hottub after 1500 yards lol

The Waterproof Coach: The Waterproof Workout Book for Fitness Swimmers and Triathletes https://www.amazon.com/dp/0965623009/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_EBhZCbAFRS1DD

u/oneal66 · 1 pointr/Swimming

For longer sets, I got one of those hand tally counters.

here

They are available anywhere for a couple bucks, and I keep it next to my water bottle at the end of the pool

u/ZapZip · 2 pointsr/Swimming

Search on Amazon: silicone swim cap

Something like this: Speedo Silicone Cap

u/missgimpsalot · 1 pointr/Swimming

Oh I didn't notice you had said 'film', earlier! I tried RainX spray because I had some for my car anyway. This: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000BVRZ74/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_awdo_t1_7zHlDb8KXA2PP
So I can't speak to the film idea... Sorry. The RainX spray did work much better than spit or shampoo, though.

u/gholam13 · 2 pointsr/Swimming

Growing up I always had issues with swimmers ear and other swimming related problems with my ears. I would start by cleaning your ears out completely with a good wax removal system. First using the liquid to help soften up the wax and then the "syringe" (tear drop thingy in the pic below) to flush out any remaining wax. I personally use ear plugs every time I swim now to prevent any issues.

http://www.amazon.com/Murine-Ear-Wax-Removal-System/dp/B000AMG8SG/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1341518152&sr=8-3&keywords=ear+wax+removal

u/alasknfiredrgn · 1 pointr/Swimming

College and Olympic swimmers are all racing in jammers these days which influences the sport a lot. You don't want loose shorts for lap swimming because its like pulling a parachute through water. They actually make "drag suits" just for that reason, think ankle weights while running/walking. Age group and high school swim teams that swim at my pool (San Diego, CA) are a mix of swim briefs (speedos) and jammers. Masters swimmers like me are all over the place but about half of us wear the square-cut trunk style suits like this. Jammers take to long to dry in my swim bag and I dont like all the fabric squeezing my thighs. I'd wear briefs if I was still under 18% BMI. But I'm closer to 25% and dont want to be "that guy". I feel the square cuts are more appropriate for us old guy lap swimmers and masters. Thats just my opinion though. One of the advantages of being old guy/banana hammock is that usually zero fucks are given, regardless of emotional trauma they might be inflicting on innocent bystanders in the vicinity.

u/chairitable · 2 pointsr/Swimming

I want to suggest swedish goggles because I've seen some that were a dark green tint, but I can't find anything similar online.