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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What things can have an affect on your stroke count on any given lap?
-Force and quality of your kick
-length of pushoff
-glide length between strokes
-glide into turn
-force/speed of each arm stroke
My point is that trying to shave your "stroke count" down to 12 or less may do absolutely nothing to improve your competitive edge. What will improve your swimming is using good form and practicing frequently with effort. Just my .02.
What things can have an affect on your stroke count on any given lap?
-Force and quality of your kick
-length of pushoff
-glide length between strokes
-glide into turn
-force/speed of each arm stroke
My point is that trying to shave your "stroke count" down to 12 or less may do absolutely nothing to improve your competitive edge. What will improve your swimming is using good form and practicing frequently with effort. Just my .02.
