Dryland Tip by Swimming World correspondent G. John Mullen of SwimmingScience.net and CenterofOptimalRestoration.com, Creator of Swimmer's Shoulder System
SANTA CLARA, California, July 5. THIS week's Dryland Tip from Dr. G. John Mullen helps swimmers understand the difference between upper body, core and respiratory muscles that are used while swimming.
Purpose:
Rhythmic stabilization helps an athletes react to outside force and maintain their body in a straight line, despite force being applied through the legs. Moreover, it improves frontal and transverse strength while forcing the swimmer to breathe.
Directions:
Have the athlete lie on their back, and then have them brace their core and hold onto the sides of the table or ground for support. Next, have your partner apply a predictable pattern of force from all sides of the leg, challenging the athlete to maintain the same body line without altering positions.
Apply each press for approximately 3 — 5 seconds and repeat for up to a minutes.
G. John Mullen is the owner of the Center of Optimal Restoration and creator of Swimming Science. He received his doctorate in Physical Therapy at the University of Southern California. G. John has been featured in Swimming World Magazine, Swimmer Magazine, and the International Society of Swim Coaches Journal.