Starting the discussion on high elbow catch in a front quadrant stroke

[upndown68]

A buddy sent me this link who is just starting out and I have to say kudos to you Dave in breaking down the EVF nicely. Been in this crazy game for 32 years and have seen a lot of lame instruction, especially since the advent of YouTube. One thing I would caution anyone on having seen many shoulders blown up: achieving a perfectly vertical EVF is not necessary to be fast.  In point of fact Michael Phelps comes nowhere near vertical.

[upndown68]

After watching this again a few times I just have to say kudos again. Having been brought up in the S-curve days and watched the Aussie EVF gain popularity I have yet to see anyone point out the intricacies as clearly and succinctly as you have. I am passing this on to a few folks in our Masters program who are struggling with catch mechanics. GREAT detail here.

[leobohu]

Thank you thank you thank you! I have been watching swimming videos on youtube for 4 months. This very video, is the best video I have ever found. I listened to your advice and I got significant improvement today. I don't know how to thank you Dave! Carry on the good work and I will subscribe you and recommend you to my swimming buddies! Cheers!

[5rise]

Excellent presentation and really helpful demonstration of when to initiate the pull/anchor phase - Thanks!

[selboury]

Excellent technique thanks for the tip Dave!