
Do’s and Don’ts - Dropped Elbow
Dropping your elbow in the freestyle pull is the most common error we see. It’s THE reason most swimmers are not generating as much power as they’d like!

Do’s and Don’ts - Body Rotation
Poor body rotation is a common freestyle error that will rob you of power and efficiency.
Here’s why you want to correct this issue right away…

Developing ‘feel’ for water
The biggest challenge for the adult swimmers we see in our program is developing "feel" for the water.
That's so important, of course, in all facets of swimming. But where it becomes an issue in freestyle is when athletes are unable to develop an effective catch and a solid grip on the water.
I use what I call a Hinge Drill Progression where…

Here’s the best cross-training for swimming you’re missing out on

What’s a 6-beat kick?

What is ‘feel for the water’?

The paradox of swimming

‘I can run a marathon, but swimming leaves me breathless. Why?’

Stroke rate: What’s it all about?

Swimming Secrets: Technique trumps training

Try this ‘shape maker’ drill to improve your freestyle catch

Secrets to Swimming Faster

Missing your goals? Maybe they’re not big enough.

Early and often: Perpetual technique

‘On your side, elbow high’
