Freestyle is all about technique, and even pros can develop dead spots if they neglect their form! One of the toughest parts? The pull phase—requiring power and a high elbow for maximum efficiency.
Mark shares key drills and exercises to help you perfect your pull, eliminate dead spots, and improve your freestyle. 🏊♂️💦
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00:00 Pulling more water = faster swimming
00:26 Elbow position of freestyle
01:07 Exercise that can help
02:15 When the hand enters the water - high elbow
03:07 Drills to improve high elbow
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