Three Stretches to do Before Swimming

Swimming warmups may differ between competitors, but one thing no one should skip is pre-workout stretching. Division I swimming and diving coach Marc Christian shares three of his favorite stretches to do before getting in the pool.

The first stretch is a tricep extension. This stretch targets your triceps and the surrounding muscles to help get your body ready for arm strokes.

Next is a move known as arm swings. Rather than being a stretch that you hold, arm swings are a continuous movement that is repeated for up to a minute. Arm swings can help open your chest and loosen your arms.

Finally, Christian recommends the quad pull. A strong kick is essential for a swimmer, and warming up your quadriceps can help you get ready for the water.


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[the_cold_breadstick_]

Thank you so much this helped me a lot I plan on doing swimming lessons soon.

[hii___]

I honestly interested in seeing the bloopers

[kawh]

I should have done these before swimming on tuesday!

[xdorahyt]

thank you soooo much, u saved my life

[clevergaming_]

why are you teaching breaststroke and not freestyle.

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[reesehousden]

Do not do these they aren’t warming up the body, you do not want to do these type of stretches before getting into the pool, I’ve been swimming all my life and have never been taught to do this before getting in the pool

[ori]

The dislike bottom would come in real handy right now

[muhammadghiffary]

idk why but seeing a boy in just his short while the man telling him what to do feels wrong