This Could (Finally) Change Your Catch
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Freestyle
Your hand enters in front of your shoulder, then your hand and forearm hold the water as your body moves past.
Keep in mind
- Enter in front of your shoulder
- Fingertips down
- Move past your hand
Warm-up drills
Front scull
With your coach, gently sweep your hands in and out in front of you to feel water pressure.
Ask the coach
What would help my swimmer feel a steadier hold on the water?
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