What do you think of this guy's freestyle? I found it looking for advice on the proper freestyle stroke.
The stroke looks relaxed. I am not sure about the wide angle of his arms on the entry and extension.
YouTube - Sample stroke
Thanks.
David
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I guess one question raised by the discussion is whether endless pools are a good teaching tool. Perhaps they distort the stroke?
Another is whether good coaches need to be good swimmers. Although it's always tempting to say physician heal thyself, I'm not sure they do. Of course if their conception of an ideal stroke, as opposed to their execution, is flawed that is another matter.
I guess one question raised by the discussion is whether endless pools are a good teaching tool. Perhaps they distort the stroke?
Another is whether good coaches need to be good swimmers. Although it's always tempting to say physician heal thyself, I'm not sure they do. Of course if their conception of an ideal stroke, as opposed to their execution, is flawed that is another matter.
