Does backstroke help other strokes?

Former Member
Former Member
specifically fly and free? I've always liked backstroke. I want to add it to my repertoire even though I'll likely never be very good at it. I notice it seems to tax my shoulders and legs in ways my body isn't used to - but maybe this is a good thing if it is strengthening my weaknesses?
  • Former Member
    Former Member
    Backstroke is also good for helping you figure out hand entry crossover issues on freestyle. It's nice to be able to play around with that without having to deal with the additional body movement complications caused when you have to move your head to breathe.
  • Former Member
    Former Member
    Backstroke is also good for helping you figure out hand entry crossover issues on freestyle. It's nice to be able to play around with that without having to deal with the additional body movement complications caused when you have to move your head to breathe. A snorkel is a better tool for this.
  • Former Member
    Former Member
    A snorkel is a better tool for this. And I've designed just the snorkel for the job! it's described in my blog: forums.usms.org/blog.php