FINIS Swim Parachute Resistance Training Equipment

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It is an excellent tool for swimmers who want to train for drag and resistance without influencing the swimming technique in any way. The added drag with a parachute simulates the feeling of fatigue when competing in the 200s of stroke. With the resistance provided, you tend to exert more force to overcome the resistance and, ultimately, improve your endurance and strength.

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Swim tethers – Swim tethers are similar to parachutes in that they have a belt, but instead of a nylon strap, thick rubber tubing attaches to something sturdy like a pool ladder.

Overcoming the added resistance builds mental resilience, allowing you to push through the challenging conditions of the water. If you are new to resistance training start out with a smaller size and level up as you get stronger in the water.

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They also make the cords that feature you tying yourself up to one end, tying the other to an end of the pool and swimming away from its resistance. A chute like our ‘1swimchute’ has mesh in the center and thus water is being pushed in and out at the same time.Incredibly, his spinal cord remained intact, and after 18 months of military rehabilitation, he was discharged.

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Just like lifting weights in the gym, the goal is to be able to swim with proper technique and lots of power. It features some captivating features such as the Auto-open system keeps the chute open and a side-panel spoiler system. The parts are removable, hence, it can be transformed from a swimming parachute to a regular swim cord.

The benefit of the resistance bands is similar in that you are loading your muscles with an external force, however, you are activating not only the large muscles that move big weight, but the little ones that stabilize your bones. This type of training allows responding to the setting in real-time and improves speed and performance.