I got filmed today for my breaststroke, which I posted in another thread, but I figure since I have the footage, might as well get a critique of my fly and free, too. I've been back into swimming for several months now, but I know I have a long way to go. I appreciate any feedback. Be harsh if you need to.
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My 2 cents...
freestyle
- the wide-arm recovery is a bit choppy. Try to work on raising the elbows and keeping your hands in more. Reach forward after your hands enter the water.
- 20+ strokes per length seems a bit high. Work on the streamlined dolphin kick off the wall, extend your reach and finish your stroke down below your hips.
You appear to have great upper body strength, but your kick seems a bit weak. keep working on kick drills.
butterfly
- I think you should work on increasing your flexibility. A bit more back flex will make the recovery a bit smoother and help you incorporate your kick better.
- keep your legs closer together as you kick. Work them like they are connected and really engage your core muscles to get the most out of each kick.
And I'd ditch the rec shorts and get some jammers or other racing suit, especially for butterfly.
Now let's see what the coaches have to say...
My 2 cents...
freestyle
- the wide-arm recovery is a bit choppy. Try to work on raising the elbows and keeping your hands in more. Reach forward after your hands enter the water.
- 20+ strokes per length seems a bit high. Work on the streamlined dolphin kick off the wall, extend your reach and finish your stroke down below your hips.
You appear to have great upper body strength, but your kick seems a bit weak. keep working on kick drills.
butterfly
- I think you should work on increasing your flexibility. A bit more back flex will make the recovery a bit smoother and help you incorporate your kick better.
- keep your legs closer together as you kick. Work them like they are connected and really engage your core muscles to get the most out of each kick.
And I'd ditch the rec shorts and get some jammers or other racing suit, especially for butterfly.
Now let's see what the coaches have to say...
