Week 1 Thoracic Spine Mobility for Swimmers

A key area to focus for your swimming is thoracic spine mobility, which is essential for an effective freestyle stroke.
Improved Recovery Arm: Thoracic spine mobility enhances recovery arm range. With stiffness and immobility, the swimmer begins to muscle the recovery arm forwards, causing lateral swinging of the spine.
Better Breathing: Increased mobility in the thoracic spine allows for smoother and more controlled breathing by enabling a fuller range of motion in your upper body.
Enhanced Streamlining: A flexible thoracic spine helps maintain a streamlined body position, by improving shoulder extension. We know what that means..... reducing drag and allowing you to glide more effortlessly through the water.
Injury Prevention: Good thoracic mobility reduces the strain on your shoulders and lower back, minimizing the risk of overuse injuries common in swimmers.
Balanced Stroke: Proper mobility ensures that both sides of your body work harmoniously, resulting in a balanced and symmetrical freestyle stroke.