Many people believe that it is worth copying the technique of the fastest swimmers. In reality, even the fastest swimmers have technique limitations, but they offset them with strength and conditioning. The purpose of this series of articles is to address scientifically the technique misconceptions that have become “conventional wisdom,†and to present options that are more effective.
The difference between muscular force and applied force is due to the mechanical advantage (actually, disadvantage) of the lever system of the human body. The inherent and extreme mechanical disadvantage of these levers makes it essential for a swimmer to adjust angles whenever possible to improve the mechanical advantage.
Dr. Rod Havriluk is a sports scientist and consultant who specializes in swimming technique instruction and analysis. His unique strategies provide rapid improvement while avoiding injury. Learn more at the STR website, or contact Rod through info@swimmingtechnology.com.
To read more about Havriluk’s take on leverage check out the October issue of Swimming World Magazine, available now!
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