I'm relatively new to swimming with no formal training except a couple semi-private lessons this year. My stroke has come a long way, as has my understanding of mechanics, propulsion and glide (thanks to a lot to postings on this site). Unfortunately, I injured my knee a few months ago and I could only swim with a pull-buoy. Only recently have I removed the buoy and I found that my hips sink like an anchor. Beyond more lessons (which I will do), can anyone recommend any drills or exercises that would help me to better position my hips in the water?
I am also having problems with my initial pull. When my hand enters the water, it slips the first 5-6 inches until it grabs and starts to pull. Are there exercises that will help me with this, so I can pull throughout the entire stoke? Fortunately, I have excellent follow though – so that is not an issue. Thanks for your input.
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For the hand slippage:
Try to get a bit more on your side and turn your hand, like you were waving just the hand, to the pinky side, the outside side of the body. This will put your hand in a better position to catch higher up.
For the hand slippage:
Try to get a bit more on your side and turn your hand, like you were waving just the hand, to the pinky side, the outside side of the body. This will put your hand in a better position to catch higher up.
