swimming laps hint - Page 2

Broknwing · 07-21-2004, 06:22 AM

I started aquatic therapy a few months back. I was amazed at how great it felt to get back in the pool! I have use/movement of my legs, so I've been able to kick & swim w/them. I am far from graceful about it, but it feels so good to be able to swim!

My therapist suggested wearing tube socks instead of water shoes because the shoes float & therefore have a tendency to make your legs want to float up easier. The socks absorb the water & become heavier, almost becoming a weight to help keep your legs down. Try it, it may make your swimming a little easier.

Have fun swimming, it's great therapy, both physically & psychologically!

'Chelle
L-1 inc 11/24/03

jody Lynn · 07-24-2004, 10:57 PM

i use the pool every day I can get out. I do alot on my back. I can move my legs pretty good, but kicks are retarded,weak and i roll sideways so I just use upper body. I use a backward butterfly or alternating strokes. I can almost pull myself out of the pool now with what ive gained this way. helps with para-belly too.

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07-21-2004, 06:22 AM	#11
Broknwing Moderator Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Central Florida Posts: 4,743	I started aquatic therapy a few months back. I was amazed at how great it felt to get back in the pool! I have use/movement of my legs, so I've been able to kick & swim w/them. I am far from graceful about it, but it feels so good to be able to swim! My therapist suggested wearing tube socks instead of water shoes because the shoes float & therefore have a tendency to make your legs want to float up easier. The socks absorb the water & become heavier, almost becoming a weight to help keep your legs down. Try it, it may make your swimming a little easier. Have fun swimming, it's great therapy, both physically & psychologically! 'Chelle L-1 inc 11/24/03

07-24-2004, 10:57 PM	#12
jody Lynn Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: lansdale pa Posts: 34	i use the pool every day I can get out. I do alot on my back. I can move my legs pretty good, but kicks are retarded,weak and i roll sideways so I just use upper body. I use a backward butterfly or alternating strokes. I can almost pull myself out of the pool now with what ive gained this way. helps with para-belly too.