So I know that there are threads on fly already by Ande - but they are seriously too long to wade through. I used to race fly as a kid, now I am lucky to make a 25 without gasping for air. Developed chondromalacia in both knees so I have to forget breaststroke for a couple of years, and want to get my fly back.
Anybody have any drills I can do to help me get back that drive down with my chest? I've been doing right arm, left arm, and both arms, only breathing on the first "both arms" stroke, and I do feel like my chin is in a good place there, and that my breath timing is good, but when I try to just "swim" I can feel my butt sinking in the pool. I really want to avoid fins, as they are so addicting, and I feel they artificially correct your stroke.
Thanks in advance.
Underwater butterfly kicking with the arms down at your sides. This will help get the most efficient motion down and forces you to press with your chest. Then, you can incorporate the full stroke on top of the water.
Underwater butterfly kicking with the arms down at your sides. This will help get the most efficient motion down and forces you to press with your chest. Then, you can incorporate the full stroke on top of the water.
