THIS Is Why It’s So Hard To Get A High Elbow Catch!

This video discusses the importance of improving the catch and pull through technique in order to swim faster in freestyle. Let’s go right to the key points that were covered:

The catch should be in a high elbow position, with the elbow in front of a straight line from the shoulder to the fingertips
Dropping the shoulder in the reach and catch phase can cause the elbow to drop and hinder the catch position
Aim to keep the shoulder up near the side of the face to maintain a good catch position
The position underneath the shoulder is important, with the arm making a half-diamond or triangle shape, fingertips pointing down, and the shoulder and upper arm in one straight line
Engaging the lats during the pull through is important for power
Specific drills, such as Catch Kick and Catch Catch Pull, can help improve the catch position

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✔️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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