I'm sure many of you are already aware of this article on about.com It reviews a couple of studies that try to explain why swimmers tend to have more body fat than other athletes.
Thought if you weren't aware of the article you might find it interesting.
swimming.about.com/.../offsite.htm
Lainey
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The right hand is extended completely before it enters the water, thus the weight of the arm out front acts like a fulcrum and lifts the legs.
Is that because you are breathing to the left? Does it assist in body rotation or just help lift the legs? Why not do it with both hands?
The right hand is extended completely before it enters the water, thus the weight of the arm out front acts like a fulcrum and lifts the legs.
Is that because you are breathing to the left? Does it assist in body rotation or just help lift the legs? Why not do it with both hands?
