GoSwim GoldPics of the Week - February 2, 2012
0 commentsA few pics this week. The first is a meet warm-up, and the rest are an illustration of how I use the App to help lesson swimmers visualize and practice like the pros.
Breaststroke Turns - Feet
We've been fortunate to have produced one of the most widely used breaststroke turn videos. It's beautiful! Dave Denniston showing absolute perfection in his turns. Yes... we're biased.
Brendan Hansen - Meet Warm-Up
While in Santa Clara, we had the opportunity to talk to our friend Brendan Hansen about how to warm up at a crowded meet.
Online - Breaststroke with Brendan Hansen
Brendan Hansen's video is now available for on demand streaming to your computer or mobile device. $29.95 for unlimited viewing.
Swimming Pic of the Week - September 23, 2010
How high do you get your feet in your breaststroke kick... and why?
Brendan Hansen Open-Water Interview
While in Austin, we caught up with our good friend Brendan Hansen at a short open-water swim.
Role Models
A firestorm was started the other day on the GoSwim site when a post was made regarding Michael Phelps and Amanda Beard, two Olympic Champions from the US, and two swimmers who have done what some people consider questionable things.
Breaststroke - Point Your Toes
Swimmers are so focused on producing power with the hands, arms, and upper body that they sometimes forget to finish the job, which means taking it all the way to the TOES.
Official Anthem and Music Video for Olympic Swimmer Brendan Hansen Unveiled
You have to check this out. This is a friend of Brendan's from Havertown, PA. Very fun, and very inspirational.
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Main Set Thursday - February 2, 2012 - Groundhog Practice
by Reemi Wentzel about 9 hours ago
dessert is with 2 s (sorry) more » -
Main Set Wednesday - February 1, 2012
by Reemi Wentzel about 9 hours ago
Well..? tell me... there is always something to learn. (if you have time) more » -
Main Set Wednesday - February 1, 2012
by Glenn Mills about 11 hours ago
Nice! I like those back in the day stories. I may have a few myself. ;) Thanks. more » -
Main Set Wednesday - February 1, 2012
by Reemi Wentzel about 14 hours ago
Eight years old and being taught breaststroke in 61 degrees water (part of a river in Amsterdam). Kind of like to share this and being pr... more » -
Main Set Thursday - February 2, 2012 - Groundhog Practice
by Reemi Wentzel about 14 hours ago
Hmmm.. today I will be doing something boring in the pool... free.. free.. free and some more free and then as a desert FREE and then as ... more » -
Main Set Thursday - February 2, 2012 - Groundhog Practice
by Sheila about 22 hours ago
Good analogy. And I love that movie. more » -
Main Set Thursday - February 2, 2012 - Groundhog Practice
by Reemi Wentzel 1 day ago
Thanks Glenn for reminding me. Yes there is a multitude of similarities in daily life and training day in and day out. It is so utmost e... more » -
Main Set Groundhog's Day
by Reemi Wentzel 1 day ago
Well, that must be great fun! I am thinking how to do that by myself. Did you make a video from this event, Barbara? .. would love to se... more » -
Main Set Wednesday - February 1, 2012
by Glenn Mills 1 day ago
I think it was about 77°. more » -
Main Set Wednesday - February 1, 2012
by Reemi Wentzel 1 day ago
How cold? .. Just curious. more »
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