streamline

RE: streamline

poolraat — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 11:16:59 GMT

Any suggestions for stretches on land that will help me to be more comfortable holding streamline position would be greatly appreciated.:smooch: I currently do the streamline hold on the wall 4x30seconds, and I am going to try to do that at least 2-3times a day. But let me tell you, that hurts like a mother to hold streamline for 30seconds in that stretch...so...seriously, anything would be good. Morgan, Since you have shoulder issues you should be very careful in what you do to restore the flexibility you need to get into a good streamline position. I don't know if you have tried yoga, but it may help. Just be careful with the type of yoga you attempt. The "power yoga" disciplines are not what I would recommend. Try to find a teacher that practices vinyassa, Iyengar, or a similiar style and explain to them what your problems are and what you want to accomplish. They should be able to work with you and show you poses that will safely restore your shoulder flexibility.

RE: streamline

Former Member — Wed, 16 Jan 2008 16:34:24 GMT

I just push off the wall with the hand over hand think explode off the wall.... and ...remember to hang that thumb of the upper hand over the outside of your lower hand to keep those hands together and pointed. Comes w/ habit and pointed toes and ankles together Be the pencil.

RE: streamline

Former Member — Wed, 16 Jan 2008 16:05:10 GMT

Without me writing - here is some help www.swimeasy.net/perfectstreamline.php I believe the coach is a TI guy, it is pretty good info. I do not do stretching to attain streamline. I just push off the wall with the hand over hand, the arms are outstreached. I keep the head down ears covered by the upper arm every time I turn. I make the most of this turn and glide as far as I can.

RE: streamline

Muppet — Wed, 16 Jan 2008 11:28:50 GMT

Morganator... Check out GoSwim.tv's video player. Click to the 2nd page and look for "Balanced Push" in the title. Its a simple, in-water streamline drill but works wonders for crappy streamlines (and doubles as hypoxic/ breath control too!). I used it on my clinic kids last weekend and have been doing it myself in the pool.