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A Simple Stretch To Reduce Drag

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Paul Newsome, Swim Smooth
Sep 16, 2011
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Let's take a look at a simple hip-flexor stretch that could really help improve your swimming. Many swimmer's legs drag low in the water creating lots of drag, slowing them down dramatically:


A low body position is very characteristic of the Arnie swim type but can affect any swimmer to a greater or lesser extent. If you're much faster in a wetsuit or wi…

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