Building Block: 4 Point Lead Hand Stability
Description:
- One hand up
- Arm forward
- Bend elbow
- Finish stroke
- Pausing at each position
Why:
- Allows the swimmer to focus on one arm at a time
- Allows them to think about the quality of the stroke
Building Block: Catch-Up at Thighs
Description:
- Keep one hand on the thigh the whole time
- Wait for the other hand to touch the thigh before the other hand strokes
Why:
- Focus on the power of the finish
- Focus on the push
- Focus on lifting the elbow to recover
- Focus on the entry