I'm a masters swimmer who primarily swims distances. I have a strong six beat kick and a relatively weak pull. My kick certainly overpowers my pull as I try to increase my speed.
My coach says my pull looks technically correct -- no dropped elbow! I have a long stroke with decent distance per stroke (generally I average 14-15 strokes per 25 meters, up to 16 at faster speeds).
Any suggestions on what to try to increase the propulsion of my pull? I bought a pair of the techpaddles and have been using them for about a week, but while I feel stronger, it is too early to tell there will be any resulting increase in speed.
Vasa Trainer might help or if you want to go cheap, some surgical tubing tied to something (lean over and simulate stroke with several repeats--I believe it really works as it is like weights specific for your arm pull).
Vasa Trainer might help or if you want to go cheap, some surgical tubing tied to something (lean over and simulate stroke with several repeats--I believe it really works as it is like weights specific for your arm pull).
