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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my coach had me do one arm drills. Hated them!, but helps with both breathing, stroke and balance. Hold one arm out in front as if in streamline, stroke with the other and concentrate on the catch etc. Do right arm up, left arm back. You will only be able to breathe on the side you are using to stroke with.
my coach had me do one arm drills. Hated them!, but helps with both breathing, stroke and balance. Hold one arm out in front as if in streamline, stroke with the other and concentrate on the catch etc. Do right arm up, left arm back. You will only be able to breathe on the side you are using to stroke with.
