“Too many of us are not living our dreams because we are living our fears.” – Les Brown
WOD
Recommended Drills:
Double arm back
Take two simultaneous strokes, entering and exiting the water with both arms in unison. The focus on the drill is on the entry and what happens thereafter. Swimmers want to concentrate on having a shallow, bent elbow catch that pushes water straight down to their feet.
Swimming Vocabulary
Recommended Drills:
Distance Per Stroke
The distance traveled (in meters or yards) from each individual stroke.
Counting your strokes is essential. Making a habit of counting your strokes is the first and most essential step. Knowing where you are at, and then setting targets for where you want to be, are imperative.
Swimming Practice
Easy Version
Recommended Drills
Rotation: For every six kicks, rotate to the other side. Make sure your head is straight
Catching Freestyle
Recommended Drills:
Distance Per Stroke
The distance traveled (in meters or yards) from each individual stroke.
Counting your strokes is essential. Making a habit of counting your strokes is the first and most essential step. Knowing where you are at, and then setting targets for where you want to be, are imperative.