Freestyle Swimming Tips & Tricks Updated
You don't have to go fast Gliding between strokes is another common error made by top-level athletes. Swimming should be separated from a cycle pedal stroke. Every stroke is preceded by a short glide. Watch the arm as it enters the water just above the head. Allow it to extend fully for a while, rather than writhing in the motion. This will make swimming seem effortless and smooth. Don't forget your relaxation throughout the whole action. High-elbow underwater use closed palms To pull water back, both the arms and the legs are used alternately. One arm pulls water forward towards the hip while the other grabs water outside the hip. The high elbow technique involves benting the elbow and elevating the forearm. This is done in the underwater phase as quickly as possible. While keeping your forearm straight during the active pulling phase of the pull phase, keep your bent elbow high. Doing this increases th...