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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I haven't been working specifically on stroke count, but I've noticed that as my technique improves my count goes down to match. I'm currently at 18 and hoping it will continue to fall.
So how much does height/size affect this sort of thing? I'm 5'0" with small hands (my wedding ring is a size 3.75; I buy childrens gloves) and I've always wondered how much of a difference that makes. I'm not looking to blame my build for my technique flaws, but I'm curious how much of an advantage you have if you're tall and with big hands and feet.
I haven't been working specifically on stroke count, but I've noticed that as my technique improves my count goes down to match. I'm currently at 18 and hoping it will continue to fall.
So how much does height/size affect this sort of thing? I'm 5'0" with small hands (my wedding ring is a size 3.75; I buy childrens gloves) and I've always wondered how much of a difference that makes. I'm not looking to blame my build for my technique flaws, but I'm curious how much of an advantage you have if you're tall and with big hands and feet.
