What is a good stroke count?

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Everything I've read emphasizes a low stroke count, but I've yet to see a number. What is the optimal number of stroke counts for 25yd. freestyle? Does a person's height influence someone's stroke count? Gender? Strength? Fitness? Endurance? I've got my own theories, but would love to anyone else's.
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  • Swimming harder will make the count go up unless you are really good at swimming golf. I too am about 17 for height of 5-4, but that is my medium paced swim, if I press and try to sprint, I add a couple.
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  • Swimming harder will make the count go up unless you are really good at swimming golf. I too am about 17 for height of 5-4, but that is my medium paced swim, if I press and try to sprint, I add a couple.
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