This week we take a close look at the concepts of Early Vertical Forearm (EVF) and pulling from inside the elbow. This subtle shift of focus (pulling from the elbow rather than from the palm or wrist) can add power to your pull. 

Get ready for lots drills and progressions to help imprint this important skill. http://gosw.im/2t2jXca #goswim

Tue: October 20, 2020

Many swimmers rush through Position-11 Freestyle, without really thinking about what the drill can teach. Get some images from today’s video, then head to the pool and SLOW DOWN as you swim P-11 Freestyle, thinking about EVF and pulling from inside the elbow. http://gosw.im/2kfIZAy

Wed: October 21, 2020

Here’s Glenn’s take on pulling from the inside of the elbow, filmed in the Endless Pool. https://gosw.im/37gFg18

Thu: October 22, 2020

Steve Haufler shows that it’s never too early to introduce the concepts of Early Vertical Forearm (EVF) and pulling from inside the elbow.  Age groupers can get it!  Today Steve shares his teaching progression, starting with land drills and then pool drills. http://bit.ly/1EkG3bL

Fri: October 23, 2020

Barbados Olympian Martyn Forde demo’s a cool drill for imprinting EVF and the concept of pulling from inside the elbow. A snorkel and fins are important for this drill; they allow you to settle in and focus solely on the elbows and arms. http://gosw.im/2mlR23N

Sat: October 24, 2020

Coach Signe Linville from the Upper Valley Aquatic Club demo’s a stretch-cord drill for strengthening the muscles needed for EVF — to set up a catch that allows you to pull from the inside of the elbow. https://gosw.im/346FR3G

Sun: October 25, 2020

This simple dryland drill can be done at the pool or while watching TV! It’s great for awakening the muscles needed for Early Vertical Forearm (EVF) and for pulling from the inside of the elbow. http://gosw.im/1SbJPgQ #goswim #goswimbetter #goswimfreestyle


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