Thanks for sharing! I've had several tri coaches who have emphasized cutting down the strokes so much (I have high turnover, so this has always been a struggle). It's good to know that that is not necessarily the case in all circumstances.
Glad it helped. It sounds like there is no magic answer for everyone, but your #1 goal should be to keep good technique. Here is another set of videos that might be really helpful for technique:
This seems controversial. I'd like to hear some other experts weigh in.
Colzify 1 year ago
@Colzify
Here are two good articles on the subject:
- swimming.about.com/od/freeandback/a/swimstrokerate.htm
- active.com/triathlon/Articles/Break-Down-Your-Freestyle-to-Boost-Efficiency.htm
vasatrainer 1 year ago
@vasatrainer
Thanks for sharing! I've had several tri coaches who have emphasized cutting down the strokes so much (I have high turnover, so this has always been a struggle). It's good to know that that is not necessarily the case in all circumstances.
Colzify 1 year ago
@Colzify
Glad it helped. It sounds like there is no magic answer for everyone, but your #1 goal should be to keep good technique. Here is another set of videos that might be really helpful for technique:
- youtube.com/user/vasatrainer#g/c/838361B765304CA0
vasatrainer 1 year ago