https://vimeo.com/74610042
Can you please help identify any problem with my freestyle? From arms to head to body to legs....
I try to kick much, but in the video it dosen't really show alot
Great advice on this thread. ElaineK was especially astute in identifying the incorrect entry in the water with the right palm facing outward. This is indeed a source of shoulder injuries. And as other comments have mentioned on this thread, your elbow recovers too low on the left hand. The reason I would advise practicing bilateral breathing, as that will allow you to develop proper symmetry and will help you focus on what BOTH of your arms are doing during the recovery phase - high elbow recovery, proper hand placement, etc.
I would still recommend the drills that I suggested in your previous thread on distance per stroke. These drills will allow you to isolate specific areas of the body and work on strengthening your freestyle. In addition, you can try:
- Single arm (left arm and right arm)
- Single arm Thumb lead (right arm) : palm facing you, leading with the thumb vs the pinky for the entire recovery. Be sure to drag your fingertips lightly across the surface of the water during your recovery.
Good luck!
Julia Galan
www.swimspire.com
Great advice on this thread. ElaineK was especially astute in identifying the incorrect entry in the water with the right palm facing outward. This is indeed a source of shoulder injuries. And as other comments have mentioned on this thread, your elbow recovers too low on the left hand. The reason I would advise practicing bilateral breathing, as that will allow you to develop proper symmetry and will help you focus on what BOTH of your arms are doing during the recovery phase - high elbow recovery, proper hand placement, etc.
I would still recommend the drills that I suggested in your previous thread on distance per stroke. These drills will allow you to isolate specific areas of the body and work on strengthening your freestyle. In addition, you can try:
- Single arm (left arm and right arm)
- Single arm Thumb lead (right arm) : palm facing you, leading with the thumb vs the pinky for the entire recovery. Be sure to drag your fingertips lightly across the surface of the water during your recovery.
Good luck!
Julia Galan
www.swimspire.com
