The problem with way too many swimmers, is that they take a very long path to the catch.  Crossing over, prior to extension.

**Why do it:**
This focal point helps you pinpoint a specific part of your arm during extension, that if done correctly, nearly guarantees full extension of the arm... in a much straighter line.

**How to do it:**
**1)**  First, identify the point of your arm you're going to be focusing on.
**2)**  You can do this at your desk right now... extend your arm straight.
**3)**  Now, to really get the spot, extend it a bit more, until you feel the arm stretching on the inside of the elbow.
**4)**  Swim freestyle trying to feel the inside of your elbow extend on each stroke.

**How to do it really well (the fine points):**
During your regular swimming, you'll need to slow down just a bit at first.  Reaching full extension may mean increasing your flexibility just a bit, so give yourself time to really feel it.  You may even want to extend and kick on your side for a bit between strokes to really get the feeling for it.

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Freestyle - Inner Elbow Extension