Swim Analysis - Paul

🏊‍♂️ Dive into the deep waters of stroke analysis with the one and only Paul! 🚀
Paul's stroke journey is a thrilling ride of power and precision, and we've got all the juicy details from our EO Swim Better data to prove it! 📈💪
We noticed that Paul's right side was a true powerhouse, delivering some impressive propulsion. But, hold onto your swim caps, because there's a twist - the left hand was playing it cool with a relaxed catch, causing a bit of slip and slide action. 🤷‍♂️💨
What's the secret ingredient to this slip 'n' slide phenomenon? A low elbow position! But fear not, as Paul gained speed throughout the session, that left hand got its act together, delivering a cleaner catch. 🧹🌊
Now, let's get into the nitty-gritty of our focus points for the day: Breathing, Body Rotation, Stroke Cadence, and Kick Consistency. 🌪️💃
First up, breathing! 🌬️ Paul, you've been doing the two-in-one special - exhaling and inhaling on the same breath. This pause in your stroke was causing your hips to drop and a loss of momentum. But guess what? There's a solution - a smoother, single-phase breathing rhythm. Exhale gently through your nose or mouth, and when you turn to breathe, it's all about inhaling. Simple, right? 😉🌬️
Now, onto body rotation! 😁 Your left hand's extra hold upfront has been leading to some over-rotation on the right when you take a breath. But fear not, as we work on a more relaxed exhale during breathing, your rotation will become symmetrical and oh-so-smooth. 🔄🏊‍♂️
Let's talk Stroke Cadence! ⏰ Breathing and rotation hiccups made a speedy stroke cadence almost impossible. But, when we switched up to breathing on the left side, voilà! The pause out front decreased, hip drop improved, and arms started turning over faster. It's like a swimming symphony! 🎶⚡
Last but not least, Kick Consistency! 🦶 The funky breathing timing was making you sweep your kick for balance. But with flippers and a shift to a 4-beat kick, we saw your rotation and timing clean up, unleashing extra propulsion and lift in your stroke. You're flying through the water, Paul! 🚀🌊
In summary, it's all about relaxed breathing, smooth exhales, and fine-tuning your rotation and kick. Speed awaits you on the horizon! Thanks for joining us on this swimming adventure.
Stay tuned for more incredible insights from Swimace! 🏊‍♂️🔥🚀