Short fins for the pool: characteristics, models, choice

One of the indispensable attributes of swimmers are flippers. They can be described as equipment for legs for scuba diving or training in the pool. Short flippers are relevant for swimmers who exercise in an artificial pond. A variety of models in the modern market will allow you to choose the "second legs" for any type.

Auxiliary devices for legs during water training visually resemble fins. Some athletes attribute this accessory to the category of sports shoes.

They increase the foot area and increase the push of the foot, allowing you to develop at the same time a great pace.

The attribute itself consists of:

• strap
• buckles;
• shoe;
• stiffening rib;
• gutters;
• the blades.

Using short flippers during training, swimmers note the following pluses.

• The breaststroke, butterfly and rabbit techniques are effectively honed. Muscle mass is trained to make wave-like throws of the body.
• Flexibility developed, because the joints of the feet have the main burden.
• The physical fitness and speed of the swimmer improves. He becomes sturdier and stronger.
• Miniature swimming flippers help to avoid strong bending of the legs during training.

In addition, short models allow you to take the correct position of the body in the water and give good maneuverability. But elongated species negatively affect the speed of movement. Such flippers are most often used by divers.

In most cases, adults and children’s fins are made of rubber, plastic and hypoallergenic silicone.In this case, the wizard uses several components of different stiffness at once. Almost all flippers have protruding edges, ridges and embossed logos.

Consider the main types of products.

• Open heel (adjustable). A very convenient and practical accessory for swimming. Some scuba divers use it as an additional attribute when diving under water. It is possible to adjust the size of the products. Suitable for adults and teens. However, this model has one significant drawback: when immersed in water, the ends of the belt give a feeling of discomfort.
• Wide. Flexible rubber fins are most often used by instructors. In their manufacture, a combination of rubber and thermoplastics is used. Training flippers, thanks to an extensive blade, protect your legs from fatigue and discomfort while swimming. This model has a variety of colors and affordable price. The most popular are the yellow flippers.
• With a closed heel. They are used for immersion in water with a tube. Sealed products are ideal for diving and snorkeling. Such models perfectly fit the legs and can be easily removed.
• With a forked blade. This model has a gap in the center of the blade. Thus, she divides her into two halves. Shortened bifurcated fins are great for large artificial ponds.
• Monofin. An interesting product, which is a combined "decoration" for the legs. Externally, monofins resemble a fish tail. Most often, the material for their manufacture is carbon. Such models are relevant for training in the pool, however, inexperienced swimmers for the first time will need the advice of an instructor. Regular training with monofins strengthens the muscles of the back, legs and abdominals.

Also on sale are children's short flippers made of silicone or plastic rubber. These products are soft and elastic. Their forms are similar to adult models. Using children's products, the child will quickly learn to develop speed while swimming.

Pay attention to the following recommendations of specialists.

• For scuba diving, models with a transverse slit are suitable (muscle load is reduced).
• Options with a longitudinal insert create a “tunnel effect”. This feature increases speed and saves power.
• The quality of adjustment and fixation of fastenings on fins depends on the comfortable process of immersion under water.
• The length of the shortened models does not exceed 65 cm, medium - 80 cm.
• The most elastic models are considered black, and the softest are multi-colored.

Before buying the product must be tried on and spend at least 10 minutes in it. If the buyer is uncomfortable, then this option should be discarded.

You can find out what short flippers in the pool are for, see the video below.