Posts Tagged ‘stroke correction’
Swimming Control and Stability
Swimming with control, stability and balance, are key for an adult onset swimmer to capture as early as possible in a lesson sequence; they obviously serve as the foundation on which to build a solid and efficient stroke. Without movement control and, understanding how to stabilise the body in a very unstable medium (water), a…
Read MoreWhat a drag! Understanding one of the biggest hurdles in your swimming
Do you want to swim more efficiently, faster or further, but find your stroke too exhausting, unsustainable or deteriorates over time? Probably the biggest issue for adult learner, improver and even advanced swimmers, in some cases, is the ‘drag’ effect, created by sinking hips and legs. Reduce your ‘drag’ and you will: improve…
Read MoreAre you able to hold your stroke mechanics while turning up the power?
Swimming improvement means many things to many swimmers. From the ability to swim relaxed confident laps for health and wellness, to breaking personal records in your next open water event or Masters race. Yet for most, the words ‘I want to swim faster’ are a popular desired outcome. When I hear this though, I clarify the…
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