No matter how good your swim technique in backstroke is you're not going to win unless you have a fast stroke rate. We see a lot of swimmers that struggle to get their stroke rate up so we like to use the dolphin kick backstroke drill to teach them how to turn over faster. Once you master lower stroke rates using this drill, try increasing the tempo to see if you can keep up with the beep and before you know it you'll be swimming with competitive stroke rates in backstroke. Do you know what the
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Caption Sprint backstroke is all about stroke rate. Technically you want to have a flatter stroke with a shallower catch so you can really increase the tempo. Grip and rip. Here are some ways to practice increasing it. 1. Spin drill. Sit up in the water and let the arms fly. You’re not worrying about pulling, just spinning. Throw your hands back as fast as you can. 2. Use fins. Fins let you sit higher in the water which decreases drag allowing you increase stroke rate. 3. Use a tempo trainer. Ev
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Why Dolphin Kick Matters in Backstroke
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In backstroke, pulling with a straight arm increases drag and reduces stroke rate. Think of it like hitting a home run in baseball. Although a straight arm might provide a stronger pull, it significantly slows you down and consumes more energy. Aim to hit singles with your backstroke pulling motion. By rotating more and bending your elbow significantly during the catch, you can achieve a faster tempo with less drag and swim faster! Check out our subscription on our website to watch the full tuto
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