Anybody have tips on the arm pull for the elementary backstroke? Especially for easing strain on the elbows? I've found that oulling with closed fists helps, but want to make sure I'm not making any technical errors.
I am back on crutches for my bad foot (old running injury), and so my other joints (esp. shoulders and opposite hip) are getting achy. Elem back is about all I can do for for a while.
Thanks for your help.
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I hope your hip rehab goes well.
Funny thing -- on the recommendation of a colleague, I got my hands on some kind of imported Asian medicinal patch that is supposed to be good for joint injuries. It's made from herbal extracts and is tough to apply: it has to be heated in steam, then pressed on while hot. (Ouch!) Days later I did a web search and found out that the active ingredients are precisely the same as those in BenGay Ultra Strength! Some ancient Chinese secret!!
I hope your hip rehab goes well.
Funny thing -- on the recommendation of a colleague, I got my hands on some kind of imported Asian medicinal patch that is supposed to be good for joint injuries. It's made from herbal extracts and is tough to apply: it has to be heated in steam, then pressed on while hot. (Ouch!) Days later I did a web search and found out that the active ingredients are precisely the same as those in BenGay Ultra Strength! Some ancient Chinese secret!!
