GoSwim GoldTurns - Learning the Underwater Dolphin - Step 1
25 commentsThere are few things in swimming that cross the lines of all strokes, but learning the underwater dolphin is certainly the most important.
Backstroke - Aggressive Wave
The Aggressive Wave Backstroke Drill uses exaggeration to teach correct hand position, head position, shoulder roll, hip rotation, recovery momentum, continuous kick, stroke synergy and position in the water.
Swimming Pic of the Week - March 10, 2009
What a great week we had on the road. Here's a quick sample of what we were working on. Tell us what you think of this great backstroke swimmer.
Breaststroke - Shark-Fin Kick
So you've been working on a nice, undulating breaststroke... getting your body to ride up and down and flow through the water. Now along comes a drill that looks like a throwback to the days of waterbug, flat breaststroke.
Freestyle - 6-Kick Switch
Consistent, quick kicking, combined with a stable body roll, helps you move everything forward when you're swimming freestyle. This drill gives you enough time to work on both.
Breaststroke - Streamlined Push
Truth be told, there really isn't a simpler drill in existence, yet there also isn't a drill that carries more importance in all of swimming.
Breaststroke - Butt Head
To celebrate the birthday of my son and daughter, plus Father's Day, I put together this drill with my daughter. While it's an old and standard drill, we gave it a more youthful and edgy name to encourage the kids to think about technique as FUN.
Swimming Picture of the Week - May 20, 2008
Tell us what you think of the backstroke demonstrated by this young swimmer.
Freestyle - Balanced Swim/Kick
The swimming focus point "Send It Forward" is usually associated with Dave Denniston and fast breaststroke. But it also applies to freestyle.
Swimming Pic of the Week - April 25, 2008
Here's a pic from a recent video shoot. What's it mean to you?
Freestyle - 5-Count Switch
Staying in balance in freestyle is one of the best ways to maintain speed. Figuring out how to control your bodyline to OBTAIN that balance, especially when you're completing your pull, is one of the fine points of freestyle.
Swimming Pic of the Week - April 18, 2008
Tell us what this means to you, and remember... this a still picture. She was moving through her stroke.
Backstroke - Double Arm
Do you over-reach on your backstroke? Having a hard time keeping your hips up? Wondering how your hands should exit to initiate the recovery? Want to get the feeling of where you start your pull? Want to get a bonus effect of practicing your breaststroke underwater pull? This drill is for YOU!
Breaststroke - 3-2-1 STRETCH
Getting the most out of every stroke is essential in breaststroke, whether you're 12 or 52. When you think of "getting the most" out of each stroke, you have to think of a few key things: Where are you reaching; your profile in the water; and how much payback you're getting from each pull and kick.
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Getting In!
by sprinter about 6 hours ago
Haha, GW, I also see all this tactics in the squad. It is very typical for young swimmers. :) My coach gives those swimmers nasty kick/ p... more » -
Getting In!
by sprinter about 6 hours ago
I am more the standing-"forever"-on-deck-type. I look around how the others swim and if there is any sign of uncomfortableness,... more » -
Breaststroke - Band Kick
by jhravatic about 19 hours ago
I have used a band with a 12 yr girl I have been coaching. It has kept her legs moving backwards and also has helped in finishing her kic... more » -
Swimming Set of the Week - March 12, 2010
by camy about 21 hours ago
At first sight, I thought Barbara had just copy/pasted without changing a word, only adding a break. Then I saw SCY : that's THE differen... more » -
Backstroke - "Wave" Recovery
by camy 1 day ago
Should the recovering hand get out of water thumb or pinkie first ? I'd like to know what is generally teached, what great swimmers do, w... more » -
Swimming Set of the Week - March 12, 2010
by steve 1 day ago
What's the difference in conditioning when compared to 100's on twice the interval (same net distance and rest)? I ask because I always ... more » -
Getting In!
by Al Kubeluis 1 day ago
Head/brain loses more heat more quickly than any other body organ. Cap is great for initial plunge and warmup. Doing a long race (>200... more » -
Getting In!
by Charlotte Reisch 1 day ago
As I like the cold water it is any which way getting in and enjoying it. Apologies to all who like warm water. :} more » -
Swimming Set of the Week - March 12, 2010
by Tomás 1 day ago
No wonder you don't think you can't make it. I am going to try it tomorrow Barbara and I'll let you know. more » -
Bubble Bottle Cap
by Glenn Mills 1 day ago
Alright... there's more... check this out: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wuVgXJ55G6Y more »
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