Effortless Swimming

How To Coordinate Your Freestyle Stroke with Tracey Baumann


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In this episode, we sit down with Tracey Baumann to explore swim stroke synchronization and body connection for a more efficient swim. We discuss six key synchronization points, the importance of feeling the water, and the role of joint mechanics in creating a powerful stroke. Tracey shares her coaching evolution toward focusing on technique and sensory cues, emphasizing the benefits of short-interval training. Tune in now!

00:08 Introduction

01:12 Upcoming Swimming Camps
01:34 Meet Tracey Baumann
2:23 Starting with Stroke Synchronization
3:17 Building the Stroke from the Inside Out
6:45 Avoiding Dead Spots in the Stroke
10:12 Six Key Synchronization Points
17:37 Transferring Pressure and Connecting with the Water
22:52 Softening the Hands for Better Connection
27:00 Effective Coaching Language
29:40 Grounding and Body Awareness
36:00 Short Interval Training
38:40 The Impact of Bones and Joint Mechanics
42:37 Get in touch with Tracey!

Website: https://www.swimmastery.online/tracey-baumann

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