What changes can you make to your stroke when swimming in open water to help you go faster, stay in control, and feel confident in rough water? In today’s video, we look at three of the key tweaks to your technique that can help you when go from pool swimming to the open water.
RECOVERY
- In open water swimming, it is common for swimmers to have a wider and higher arm recovery compared to pool swimming
- The waves and uneven water surface in open water can restrict the movement of the hand, so a higher recovery can be more effective
- Wearing a wetsuit in open water can further restrict shoulder movement, making a higher and wider recovery even more beneficial
STROKE RATE
- Stroke rate in open water swimming is often higher than in the pool due to the extra buoyancy
- The lack of smoothness and glide in open water makes it easier to turn the arms over faster
- A slightly faster stroke rate can be beneficial for many swimmers in open water
ASSERTIVE HAND ENTRY
- Being overly controlled with hand placement can hinder performance
- Choppy conditions require a faster hand entry
- Placing the hand in the water with speed provides balance and control
- Slow and overly controlled hand entry can make one vulnerable to waves and other swimmer
- An assertive hand entry helps maintain control and stability in choppy conditions
It’s time to break free from this frustrating plateau and start making real progress in your swimming journey!
Trying to swim faster by pushing yourself to work harder usually leaves you exhausted and out of breath without improving your speed. With our 8-week Faster Freestyle course, we’ll show you exactly what you need to do to become a better swimmer by mastering these advanced techniques:
✔️Breathing And Relaxation
✔️Posture, Head Position, And Kick
✔️Balance, Alignment, And Hand Position
✔️Rotation, Recovery, And Entry
✔️The Catch
✔️The Power Diamond
✔️Kick Timing
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