Description
Finis's Fulcrum Hand Paddles allow you to push harder and safer through the water. The most common cause of shoulder injury to swimmers occurs during the initial push at the beginning of the stroke. Fulcrum Paddles are designed so they can be moved very easily at this crucial segment of the stroke. Once you reach the “catch” position, you can push very hard, safely.
Fulcrum Hand Paddles are the ideal companion to the Freestyler hand Paddles, which perfect hand entry to lengthen the stroke and initiate rotation.
The Fulcrum Paddles focus on the subsequent propulsive catch phase to achieve strength training and optimum stroke rate. The Symmetrical shape eliminates potential damage to the arm and shoulder caused by torque forces of asymmetrical paddles. Wrist cutout shifts center-of-force closer to the wrist joint, reducing stress to the forearm and enabling major upper body muscles to engage at full capacity. This new design makes it possible for you to use MUCH larger paddles safely! Swimming stresses shoulders. All paddles stress shoulders. Do not suddenly increase the distance you swim with paddles. Start with a conservative size and swim a conservative distance. Then gradually increase distance and move up to as large of a paddle as you can push. Below is a guide to which paddle you should be using
