I’ve tried searching for the answer to my question but I've been unsuccessful, so here goes – another newbie query:
If I’m swimming 24 strokes* per length (75 feet) am I really a terrible swimmer? I’m 5’7” w/what I suppose is an average build… :confused: Any suggestions for improvement?
Thanks!
Steph
*And just to clarify, by strokes I’m referring to swimming freestyle - right hand in equals one stroke and then left hand in equals two strokes, etc., until I reach the end of the lane.
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I *am* interested in participating in a tri later this year and I'm guessing that's how I even got to thinking about strokes in the first place. I probably read a post somewhere on the subject....
I don't know how fast I'm swimming so I'll time myself tomorrow and post it here so perhaps that will provide a better picture of what I need to do to improve. My ultimate goals are endurance and speed - in that order.
You guys are making terrific points - thank you!
Thank you so much everyone for your replies. I finally timed myself and I came it at a sorry 52 seconds for swimming 75 ft., flipping, and swimming the retrun 75 ft.
I'm taking your suggestions to the pool w/me!
Steph
:)
