Master These Freestyle Movements for a Faster Swim (Compilation)

Improve your freestyle swimming with this collection of essential drills.
What you'll learn in this video:
⬤ Dog paddle: Improve shoulder, arm rotation, catch, angle and how to activate your lats.
⬤ Press the buoy: Learn how to keep your body level the entire time you swim. Think swimming downhill.
⬤ Swim straight: Stop veering off course and minimize drag.
⬤ Freestyle catch and reach: Perfect your technique for a more powerful stroke.
⬤ Freestyle arm position names: Understand the different phases of the freestyle stroke.
⬤ Open water demos: See these drills in action in a natural setting.

Bookmark and Use this video as your personal swim coach. Watch and re-watch to learn each drill and transform your freestyle. If you have any questions regarding the drills in this video, please leave a comment and I'll do my best to help you out.

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[paulhuntswimcoach]

Hey everyone,
Thanks so much for watching my compilation! If any parts need more explanation, just let me know.
Quick note about the "Reach for the Catch" chapter: Remember, you're not doing a full stroke here. The goal is to learn how to use your BODY ROTATION to extend your lead arm while simultaneously catching with the other arm. And moveing into the catch with out forcing your arm.
Key points to remember:
Arms slightly down: This eases shoulder pressure and helps you press the buoy while engaging your core.
Lead arm position: As you improve, you'll extend your lead arm almost parallel to the water's surface. BUT, keep elbow above the wrist and wrist above the fingertips (just like in the video).
Part 2 is coming soon!
I've been teaching swimming for over 25 years, helping people achieve their goals in the pool and open water. I see a lot of hesitation and confusion in the comments, but I'm here to help! Whether you're swimming for a team, in open water, or just for fun, I can guide you.
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