Liliana Ibanez

Today, we’re going to take a look at a couple of training tools—but we’re going to focus mainly on the pull buoy: how to use it and why it’s such an important part of your swim training.

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If you’re looking to improve your catch, refine your pull, and work on the finer details of your propulsion, these tools can help you stay focused and isolate your technique.

First up is the *Finis center-mount snorkel*. This swimmer’s snorkel allows you to maintain a stable body line while focusing on your pull—without having to rotate for air. Using the snorkel lets you spend more time working on how you set up your catch and execute each stroke with precision.

Now, let’s talk about the *pull buoy*. The pull buoy plays a key role in helping you develop a strong, balanced body line. By lifting the midsection, it removes the kick from the equation and forces you to rely more on your upper body and core stability.

Here, you can see Lily demonstrating the drill. She’s holding her legs straight and still, which really emphasizes core control. Some swimmers might allow a slight flutter kick, but in this case, Lily is demanding more from her body. Her toes are pointed, legs are tight together, and her entire body line is in excellent alignment.

She’s also hitting key technical elements—full extension on each stroke, proper head and eye position, and a clean early vertical forearm. All of this leads to a powerful catch and an efficient push through the water.

By using the pull buoy, she’s not just working on her catch; she’s reinforcing balance, core strength, and streamlined body position—everything working together in sync.

So while it’s a simple and inexpensive piece of gear, the pull buoy can be a powerful tool to help you refine your pull, improve your technique, and strengthen your core-driven body line.


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FINIS - Pull Buoy