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Dragging
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tonka Offline
Junior Swimmer
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Post: #1
Dragging
I have began swimming as a means of another exercise and less stress on the joints. I have noticed that I am swimming at an angle instead of on top of the water, "dragging".

How do or can I fix that problem?

Tony
(This post was last modified: Jul 8, 2011 1:23pm by tonka.)
Jul 8, 2011 1:22pm
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mastapeace Offline
Occasional Swimmer
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Post: #2
RE: Dragging
If I get it right, you should focus on your legs.They don't give a lot of speed but they make your body stand horizontally and you'll benefit of it a lot I think.
Jul 8, 2011 1:29pm
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VydentSwimmer Offline
Hobbyist Swimmer
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Post: #3
RE: Dragging
Two main ways:

1. Strengthen your kick.
2. Focus on pressing your upper-body downwards more so that your lower-body will rise up.
Jul 12, 2011 2:25pm
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