Join us on this episode as we sit down with Tracey Baumann, the co-founder of SwimMastery and author of ‘The Swim Mastery Way’. With over 20 years of teaching and coaching experience, Tracy has worked with swimmers of all levels, from beginners to English Channel swimmers. In this podcast, Tracey shares her expert insights and cues from her book, offering valuable tips to help you become a faster and more efficient swimmer.
00:15 Introduction and Background
04:01 Breath Management and Overcoming Fear
exchange and calmness
09:18 Teaching Swimmers to Breathe Using Their Diaphragm: Challenges and Solutions
12:18 How Often Should You Breathe?
18:20 The Role of Bones and Joints in Achieving Proper Body Position
21:58 Exploring the Relationship Between Hip Flexors and Body Position in Water
26:04 Teaching Effective Kicking Techniques
28:00 Over-Rotation and Losing Position: Common 33:35 The Trident Analogy
35:16 Shoulders and Scapula Mechanics in Swimming: Debunking Common Misconceptions
38:33 Tapping into Natural Joint Mechanics for a Better Catch
42:44 Developing a Sensory Connection to the Water
47:11 The Power of Tactile Feedback in Swim Coaching
48:56 The Physics Behind a Correct Arm Recovery
55:00 Get in touch with Tracey!
Website: https://www.swimmastery.online/tracey-baumann
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