Subject: RE: Swimming observation You should hit a masters group and have a coach take a look at your stroke. Also test your 100-yard times breathing one-side vs. the other side. Generally speaking, most people form some very strong stroke habits over the course of months of swim workouts. This is especially true with your breathing pattern. Head lift / Drop, Shoulder roll, short / long / depth of stroke can all change when you switch breathing from one side to the other. It has been my experience, that assuming no huge mechanical problems, the most comfortable way to breath tends to also be the fastest, and generally most efficient for longer swims. Cheers |