Hand position in Freestyle-Open or closed fingers?
Former Member
I have always kept my fingers together so that my hand approximates a paddle during my pull. Should I be opening my fingers a bit to increase the surface area? It might also keep the tension a bit lower in my hands and arms durung the pull.
Your input is greatly appreciated.
Rob
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Former Member
Hands should be relaxed, not tense, and never cupped.
Most swimmers have a very distinct separation of their thumb and hand.
The extended thumb does increase the surface area.
But that's about the only digit that you'll see wide apart.
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Former Member
Hands should be relaxed, not tense, and never cupped.
Most swimmers have a very distinct separation of their thumb and hand.
The extended thumb does increase the surface area.
But that's about the only digit that you'll see wide apart.
IwvtuHya40g
