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High Elbow Catch Masterclass with Marc Evans Part 1


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My guest today is Mark Evans, who is returning to the podcast after eight years. He is a former coach for the National USA Triathlon team and is widely recognized as one of the most knowledgeable and extensively researched individuals in this field. In today’s episode, we will explore the catch and techniques for continuous improvement. (Listen to the PART 1).

03:54 Triathlon and Swimming Background

07:32 Triathletes in Motion
08:38 Turning Vision into Reality
12:48 High Elbow Catch Is Essential For Improved Swimming
16:18 Correcting Straight Arm Pull
19:08n Combining Good Technique With Volume And Consistency
20:42 Backstroke Is An Amazing Way To Learn Freestyle
21:14 Vertical Kicking Is An Amazing Tool For Swimmers
24:22 Magic Bullets Are In Fundamentals
27:25 Applying Less Force And Holding Less Water
29:15 Ladder Cue

Check out the M25 Lift Paddle:

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/m25-lift-paddle/m25-swim-lift-paddle?ref=chb347

Triathletes in Motion: a Book By Marc Evans

Change your technique and swim smoother, easier freestyle in the Effortless Swimming membership:

https://effortlessswimming.com/training-and-membership-plans/?el=blog

View our freestyle clinic schedule around Australia:

https://effortlessswimming.com/freestyle-stroke-correction-clinics/?el=blog

This podcast episode is brought to you by FORM Goggles. Use code ‘EFFORTLESS‘ on checkout to receive 15% off your FORM GOGGLES today.

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Related Content:
What To Do If Your Pool Has Closed with Marc Evans
Triathletes In Motion with Marc Evans

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