I know it's common to have a better side to breathe to, and in general we have a stronger side. Lately I've been troubled by noticing that my left-side pull doesn't seem to "catch" as much water as my right side one--my left hand and arm just seem to swish through the water. I'm working on several aspects of stroke mechanics right now but can't seem to improve this part--even when really focusing on it and doing slow sets. I just started swimming with a master's team but wanted to get your ideas, too!
Would pulling sets help or just lock in my bad habits? What about drills for bilateral breathing? More strength training? Any thoughts?
Laura
I also wanted to share my excitement at dropping 2 strokes (hand strikes) from my strokes per distance (25). I was swimming by myself today and had noone to tell. Surprised the crap out of me: 10, 11, 12 WALL!..What? Cool.
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Before this most recent time I counted, I was averaging about 14-16. I try to focus on a good body roll and keeping streamlined. The two things I think really helped were not starting and ending my stroke too early. I think I do tend to swim in a more "front quadrant" style. Oh, and my kick probably isn't helping any. It sucks!
:D
Just think: if I could fix this lopsided-ness thing, maybe I could do 12 consistently and not just when I think really really hard about it! And yes, engaging the brain is as important as getting in the water, IMHO.
Before this most recent time I counted, I was averaging about 14-16. I try to focus on a good body roll and keeping streamlined. The two things I think really helped were not starting and ending my stroke too early. I think I do tend to swim in a more "front quadrant" style. Oh, and my kick probably isn't helping any. It sucks!
:D
Just think: if I could fix this lopsided-ness thing, maybe I could do 12 consistently and not just when I think really really hard about it! And yes, engaging the brain is as important as getting in the water, IMHO.
