Many people believe that the technique of the fastest swimmers is worth copying, resulting in numerous misconceptions. In reality, even the fastest swimmers have technique limitations, but they offset them with strength and conditioning. The purpose of this series of articles is to address scientifically the technique misconceptions that have become \u201cconventional wisdom,\u201d and to present more effective options.<\/p>\n
A common technique misconception is that maintaining the entry arm straight in front of the body on freestyle can increase a swimmer\u2019s body length. Actually, the hull length of a ship (or swimmer\u2019s body) is determined by the length of the body at the surface. While a longer hull has an advantage, a submerged arm does nothing to increase hull length.<\/p>\n
More of this article on pages 22 and 23 of the July 2015 Issue of\u00a0Swimming World Magazine<\/em>. The article was written by Dr. Rod Havriluk who is a sports scientist and consultant who specializes in swimming technique instruction and analysis. His unique strategies provide rapid improvement while avoiding injury. Learn more at the STR website\u2014swimmingtechnology.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n Check out the inside Swimming World video:
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