Now that Nationals are over, it's back to the drawing board- or, at least video feedback for stroke flaws. This video my husband shot for me today shows I am dropping my left elbow on entry, and it's waving around a bit as I reach forward.
Does anybody have suggestions on how to correct this stroke flaw? Your advice would be most appreciated! Thanks, Forumites!
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I would say that rather than dropping your elbow, you are raising your hand too high after entry. If you compare the other hand you will notice that it extends straight forwards rather and reaching up towards the surface. You can try just extending your left hand/arm straight forwards or slightly downwards to over compensate. You really want your hand to be about 8-10 inches below the water (as you reach forwards). Hope this helps!
I would say that rather than dropping your elbow, you are raising your hand too high after entry. If you compare the other hand you will notice that it extends straight forwards rather and reaching up towards the surface. You can try just extending your left hand/arm straight forwards or slightly downwards to over compensate. You really want your hand to be about 8-10 inches below the water (as you reach forwards). Hope this helps!
