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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Originally posted by taruky - Popov's power and catch were huge factors in his success, Something to consider:
When Popov broke Matt Biondi's world record in the 100 freesyle he actually used "Less" power than Biondi. Shortly after Popov set the new record, a Russian sports scientist named Dr. Sergei Kolmodorov calculated that Biondi used 33 watts of propulsive power (23.34 foot lbs. converted) when he set the record. When Popov lowered the record, Dr. Sergei reported a power output of only 24 watts, (17.70 foot lbs. force converted) or almost 30 percent less power than Biondi to go faster, and set a new world record.
Budd
Originally posted by taruky - Popov's power and catch were huge factors in his success, Something to consider:
When Popov broke Matt Biondi's world record in the 100 freesyle he actually used "Less" power than Biondi. Shortly after Popov set the new record, a Russian sports scientist named Dr. Sergei Kolmodorov calculated that Biondi used 33 watts of propulsive power (23.34 foot lbs. converted) when he set the record. When Popov lowered the record, Dr. Sergei reported a power output of only 24 watts, (17.70 foot lbs. force converted) or almost 30 percent less power than Biondi to go faster, and set a new world record.
Budd
