I am a competative high school swimmer, and I'd like to know if they would hold up to the multiple flipturns and sprints I do daily.
772801
If you wear a cap to keep the earbuds in and have the iPod clipped to your goggles in the back, I don't see why it wouldn't work.
772802
I swim 5k 3-5 days a week la[s and mine works perfectly and has held up fine for me.
772803
Probably not, at least not the ear buds that come with the unit. I often have to re-adjust the ear buds for optimal performance, but if you purchase a separate set of waterproof over-the-ear or cheek-bone headset, you'd probably be fine.
1221271
I swim multiple days per week and have had zero problems with it. I generally trust apple products.
429033
I have had mine since July last year. I work out 4-6 times a week and wear them every time. They have been great, I would buy them again. The seam by the thumb is unraveling but I have got great use out of them!
167980
I did use them on one 5k row (stationary rower) and they worked ok. There is not any rotation of the hand or sustained weight pulling against them and it was fine. I would still go with a different option for the price tag. I saw a pair of these on eBay recently starting at $0.99 bid and asked the seller what they thought. He had a very negative opinion as well. Hope this helps. Good luck!
985604
I use the swimbuds because I do water aerobics and don't need anything that is really sturdy. If you are a serious swimmer, you might want to use the hydroharmony waterproof headphones.
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I am 27, so I can't speak for younger swimmers, but I was a beginner and these really helped my stroke and also REALLY worked out my arm muscles. I have the mediums and I am very happy with them! I also have a pair of fins that help with kicking and building those leg muscles which are also helpful for beginners. With the paddles, you may want something to keep the legs afloat since pulling is normally arms only. I think Speedo sells something for between the legs!
977190
It will take you a while to break them in. Good luck doing flips and jumping cars with these (if you've seen YouTube videos). Those are mostly high end or pro jumping stilts. Get the weight group you fit in to begin with and work your way up. These are more intermediate stilts but good until you build your confidence up.
682928
I recommend them 1000% best item amazon has on there in regards to swimming they are extremely light weight and agile please get a pair now I have 2 pairs:)!!!!
381305
My daughter belongs to a swim team ad she has used them and appears to like them
77196
Yes, vigorous lap-swimming and flip-turns are not a problem. You do need to use these with the "Medical Grade Doc's Pro Ear Plugs" (also available on Amazon) to keep water out of your ears without causing swimmer's ear and other medical problems associated with regular ear plugs.
94245
i've never tried them in water, but they are durable and i believe they will hold up. you've got a great idea
405062
for the price I would rate them very high...i have had nothing but good luck with them and I wear them every time I swim which is at least 4 days a week. The ear buds take getting used to but I haven't had any set "fall apart"...for me it's the connection at the earphone jack which has broken on all of the headsets I have used...both expensive and cheap ones...after a period of time due to stress in and strain while swimming. for the cost, I wouldn't expect a warranty. I just buy multiple sets to have one on hand. Can't beat the price!
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I'm glad you asked. I competed In USS, and later coached High School swimming, water polo, and a USS Swimming team. I bought this unit specifically to do workouts in the pool. It will take some adjusting/playing with the unit, but it will fit snugly and hold in place, under your goggle strap. I wouldn't try diving in with it though. It's amazing what it'll do for your workout intensity!
121933
I'm a Triathlon Coach and spend a lot of time w/newbies who have no swimming skills... I always have them get a pair of these to use in all their workouts...
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Judging from the ones I have, they do look pretty sturdy and I don't think you would have a problem. Plus I think a lot of the moves would work well from your knees, so it wouldn't be your whole body's weight on them. The only concern is that this equipment can put a lot of stress on your shoulders with your weight, so you will have to be careful and not go too deep, definitely do everything from your knees until you build up strength on these motions :)
1283321
That is precisely what I use them for, and they have held up quite well. Good luck and happy training :)
329460
Reasonably, and I would trust out for regular swimming. The circuitry is protected by rubber seal, but it really doesn't look all that secure.that said, one of mine gets dunked in a water bowl without problem.