Swimming Without Stress Case Study: Rachel, March 09

This clip shows clearly the improvement we can help swimmers to make to stroke technique in a short space of time. Rachel came for 2 x 1 hour lessons over a weekend in order to find a more efficient stroke which she needs for her first swimathon. We worked mainly on front crawl but also looked at backstroke. Call 01239 613789 if you're interested in lessons or see www.swimmingwithoutstress.co.uk

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[rahulnarang22]

I am regularly swimming and like to know why do you focus so much on reducing the number of times of strokes while doing the front/back stroke?Is to reduce the anxiety and experience the glide.I want to ask another queer question.will reducing the number of strokes per length also reduce the amount of exercise my body does?

[swimwithoutstress]

It is really to get the most out of each movement, to enjoy the glide and yes, to reduce anxiety; because the arms usually work too fast and almost compete with each other in front crawl, instead of working together as a pair, which is a more natural way to coordinate the body. Moving the arms in a hurried, anxious, badly coordinated way is not a healthy way to exercise.

[TheAmyjpr]

so great to see this! i wish i could come and study with you, but i'm in the States. But your videos are terrific!! thank you so much for sharing these.