Faster Freestyle Swimming: Part 1. Hand Placement: How to properly set up the stroke | Vasa Trainer

[@danieledarugna8981]

Even after many years this video remains the Eldorado of swimming technique on KZbin. Grazie

[@vasatrainer]

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[@esma966]

best ever made video about how to swim...no unnecessary talkings, shows..congrats...

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[@frankgallagher5786]

i couldn't agree more. After hundreds of underwater videos this finally and clearly shows what I've been looking for. thank you.

[@mortraven626]

out of all the swimming videos Ive watched on KZbin Ive learned the most from this one. well done.

[@amirasiddika1345]

Calaca me too but sh talks to fast

[@kingtaishi8989]

Calaca thanks for saying that almost taped a different episode.

[@BahmanZadeh]

fully agree

[@predicter83]

same here

[@patrickwoehrer]

Calaca so true!

[@margaretruskiewicz2878]

This is the only video I found that shows a flat side onland view of what the heck is going on. And multiple strokes instead of one or two fast ones before the scene is cut to a different view. Even with a few private swim sessions I didn’t understand the stroke. Thank you for making a clear and precise video

[@vasatrainer]

Margaret, So glad you enjoyed the video and found it so valuable. If you're interested, we have a FREE 5-part online series on How to Swim a Faster Freestyle. It includes similar videos plus MUCH more. Sign up here: vasatrainer.lpages.co/email-course-faster-freestyle-reg/

[@GilbertTang]

Holy shit, the quality and clarity of this presentation is BY FAR the best I've come across. Superb. Karlyn, I didn't know anything about you until just now (plus the inevitable rabbit hole), but I am blown away by your knowledge and skill. Thank you so much for putting this out there.

[@triswimcoach57]

Gilbert, yes she is great. Did you know about the free Faster freestyle course? vasatrainer.lpages.co/email-course-faster-freestyle-reg/?

[@go23fx]

Been swimming for 20 years and I think you have explained it very clearly, great job. Thanks for your video!!!

[@baloney_sandwich]

Wow this is the 1st best free technique on youtube

[@lloyddinma9944]

This was the first video I watched, when I started learning to swim last year in June. Forgot all about it as I have watched so many especially TI videos. But lately started looking into something call EVF, to possibly lower my SPL. And now I find myself back here after doing a search. When I first watched it, the concept was foreign and too much to grasp. Now I get it. She really knows her stuff! Thanks!

[@trevorweir]

I love teaching what is essentially your techniques in the pool. Wish I had seen or had access to this type of detailed information when i was struggling 5-6 years ago. It's a never ending wonder to me that more swim coaches don't teach specific hand/arm placement technique. However, I suspect, they are unable to do so as they often only know how to make people race up and down the pool doing 60 laps or more. This appears to be more than 90% of most swim coaches' repertoire.

[@sysland]

I am an amateurish swimmer and this morning I tried to follow your tip and... my 3km time went from 1h6 to 1h2! The best thing is that now I see a very good margin of improvement, because that's was my first, timid, try to pull up my elbows! Thank you very much!

[@vasatrainer]

So glad this was helpful for you! Also, we offer a great free 5-part course for Faster Freestyle that includes all 5 of these videos and more. Check it out! vasatrainer.com/blog/email-course-faster-freestyle-reg-ver-2/

[@allo2u85]

This is one of the best training video's I've seen to date, very helpful. Thanks!

[@samelgore7575]

Every swimmer needs to watch this video several times, you will discover something new every time.

[@nicolaswk]

I have been swimming in Ironman series for the last seven years and after watching this video 3 weeks ago, I had an ah ah moment. Just completed Ironman 70.3 Portugal having shaved 10 mins off my usual time. Best video on freestyle. Thanks coach Pipes,

[@triswimcoach57]

Nicolas, These videos have been so useful. Vasa has some great articles on their blog, too. Check out this newest one, which is an ah-ha moment too: vasatrainer.com/blog/overcoming-freestyle-monospeed-why-how-and-when-to-accelerate-hand-speed/

[@nikkiscott3634]

So happy I found your video. No one has ever taught this to me. It sure does make a difference in my form. Thank you!

[@healthiswealth7324]

When I look back on lessons, i didn't seem to fully get it. ---> now in 4 min, I finally Got it. Thank you for your time & efforts in these Excellent illustrations & Compelling ... :)

[@triswimcoach57]

May I suggest that you begin a progression by using a pull buoy between your legs and a front mount swimmers snorkel (if you can tolerate that) for simplifying breathing. That way, you could practice the technique points the coach makes in these videos and focus on the correct stroke path, high elbow catch, and pulling with the strong muscles in the back (lats) and arms. Also, this article will help you: vasatrainer.com/blog/overcoming-freestyle-monospeed-why-how-and-when-to-accelerate-hand-speed/

[@azyet24]

I am so thankful to have found this video. You made this so easy to understand and implement. Thank you!

[@vasatrainer]

Vasa offers a great free 5-part course for Faster Freestyle that includes all 5 of these videos and more. Check it out: vasatrainer.com/blog/email-course-faster-freestyle-reg-ver-2/

[@danielflannery2549]

One of the few fitness videos i didn't watch at double time. Lots of good content highly compacted.

[@supotploydang1631]

This video helped me perfecting my stroke

[@vasatrainer]

Glad to hear it helped! Please check out our FREE 5-part online series How to Swim Faster Freestyle. Sign up here: vasatrainer.lpages.co/email-course-faster-freestyle-reg/

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[@aminaba450]

Your video tutorials have helped me tremendously in improving my swimming. Thanks very, very much.🙏🏿

[@anamgulraiz3661]

three years of not being able to swim, and today i used your step by step hand moves........walaa! I was swimming and was able to get my head out of the water! Thank you so much. I have not even watched the rest of this series yet. Cant wait to improve overall.

[@trangcaothu1303]

finally i can find the video with the full process that is not filmed under the water. I learnt swimming 10 years ago and now have forgotten almost the movements. Hope that I can gain them back!

[@jykmoy]

One of the best videos I've seen thus far. Like it very much.

[@gavinkewley]

Karlyn, Absolute clarity...at last. I now know what I'm not quite getting right so right now, I'm off to the pool ..!! Thank you.

[@desertfox4967]

The best one teacher 🙏👌

[@vasatrainer]

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[@Misha2010Tube]

Thank you, Vasa, for the best swimming tutorial I have ever found on KZbin!

[@vasatrainer]

Glad you found that helpful! Vasa offers a great free 5-part course for Faster Freestyle that includes all 5 of these videos and more. Check it out: vasatrainer.com/blog/email-course-faster-freestyle-reg-ver-2/

[@syedabdulhalim23]

Wow. this is the best channel for swimming techniques. this video explains a lot about the stroke. thank you so much.

[@cindyespadas3276]

Hi, I just want to thank you for these series, I tried all of them today and I was actually quite faster but the best part was that I got less exhausted! It was incredible! Please continue posting more videos like these series 👏🏼

[@vasatrainer]

Cindy so glad you found these so helpful. Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to our channel (kzbin.info) so you'll be notified when we post more. Happy swimming!

[@triswimcoach57]

Cindy that is great and this article will provide more insights so you can take the lessons from Karlyn Pipes and go to a new level: vasatrainer.com/blog/overcoming-freestyle-monospeed-why-how-and-when-to-accelerate-hand-speed/

[@denniswalusimbi6952]

Yes, this was magic

[@desdoran2466]

Wow! This video makes this element of the stroke so clear and easy to understand. Thanks for this great instructional video.

[@triswimcoach57]

Des, be sure to also check out this article to gain more power in your stroke: vasatrainer.com/blog/overcoming-freestyle-monospeed-why-how-and-when-to-accelerate-hand-speed/

[@John7891]

Have watched a lot of KZbin videos re the “catch” and was still confused until I watched this video - now totally clear ! Thank you!

[@vasatrainer]

Vasa offers a great free 5-part course for Faster Freestyle that includes all 5 of these videos and more. Check it out! vasatrainer.com/blog/email-course-faster-freestyle-reg-ver-2/

[@Morris91Music]

Excellent. This was the most helpful swimming video ive found online.

[@PackerBronco]

Superb. I like instructional videos that not only teach technique but also provide the "why" of the technique. The power meter data at the end was eye-opening.

[@vasatrainer]

Glad you liked the video and the information on using Power data in swimming.

[@plamenyankov8476]

Probably the best explination of the physics of the early vertical form in Swimming! Great!

[@vasatrainer]

Vasa offers a great free 5-part course for Faster Freestyle that includes all 5 of these videos and more. Check it out: vasatrainer.com/blog/email-course-faster-freestyle-reg-ver-2/

[@arnoutbolman5070]

Great podcast, thank you. What a big difference these small details make.. Keeping the elbow high doesnt seem natural at first but it actually might keep me afloat and enjoy swimming more, for sure..

[@axetrac10]

That was a splendid demonstration (The box)...makes it easier to understand where your hands go during the catch phase. Thanks.

[@clebsonsilva1471]

Seu vídeo foi excelente. Eu nunca havia percebido que essa era minha dificuldade a corrigir. Show seu vídeo. I'm from Brazil and I loved your video!

[@zackadavis]

The box analogy is the best way I have seen this explained as a new swimmer.

[@eddievaladez4370]

Perfect all around video for freestyle swimming.

[@tigersilly81]

Absolutely loved this series of videos. Was easily described and I felt confident trying to change my technique in the pool this morning. And wow yeah I feel the difference in muscle groups worked. Thank you for putting this out there!

[@TheHumanBodyTalk]

❤❤❤

[@itfiaslan]

The best demonstration and explanation I've seen yet.

[@vasatrainer]

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[@tenzinchokdup8431]

Excellent video it help me get to the national olympice trial out but didn't get in the last round

[@livingonhighvibe]

Wow, she's so ripped, like all swimmers. It motivates me so much. Also, where I'm currently visiting at, there are swim teachers in their 60ies working at the pool. They're all in amazing shape. Swimming is great!

[@vasatrainer]

Vasa offers a great free 5-part course for Faster Freestyle that includes all 5 of these videos and more. Check it out: vasatrainer.com/blog/email-course-faster-freestyle-reg-ver-2/

[@livingonhighvibe]

@@vasatrainer thanks!

[@livingonhighvibe]

@@vasatrainer I signed up! Great to have a plan as I go along.

[@sockful]

I have seen a lot of swim videos and I really liked this one very much. I actually subscribed to your videos, I think the first time ever subscribed to any KZbin videos. I really like the concept of using the palms of my hands during the catch. I tried it out today and I could really feel the difference using my palm and my full hand. I also like how you demonstrated the power of the catch in all three strokes, freestyle, breast , and butterfly. I would like to see a section on the recovery, hope you can either update this one or create one in the future.

[@triswimcoach57]

Rick that's great this was useful to you. Did you know about the free Faster Freestyle Course? vasatrainer.lpages.co/email-course-faster-freestyle-reg/?

[@shaktibajaj]

This was the best way to explain the technique and no one could do it better than you did ….. Thank you so much

[@vasatrainer]

Vasa offers a great free 5-part course for Faster Freestyle that includes all 5 of these videos and more. Check it out! vasatrainer.com/blog/email-course-faster-freestyle-reg-ver-2/

[@profpat70]

Best explanation of this I have even seen or heard!

[@Cheekymukka]

I swim to keep fit but noticed today that I took 10 seconds off my 100m intervals! I could picture this video in my mind as I swam today and totally understand how a dropped elbow gives less water resistance which in turn is less stroke power.

[@triswimcoach57]

Fantastic and congratulations! There is a 5-part series with these videos and explanations that is really useful here: vasatrainer.com/blog/faster-freestyle-swimming-part-1/

[@chuckiverson9549]

Great video small change but big result

[@jhkimwin]

This video is the best ever I have seen because I had a curiosity about hand placement of swimming to increase propulsion. This makes me clear and I understood what I was insufficient. Thank you so much.

[@charleslyell3748]

+jhkimwin Avoid pressing water downwards, this is the secrete. Always press water backwards.

[@charleslyell3748]

+jhkimwin I mean "secret".

[@charleslyell3748]

+jhkimwin If water is pressed down it is not possible to keep body balance and, as a consequence, hips sink.

[@daveh9551]

OMFG, I wish I had this 20 years ago when I failed my PST the first time for improper form. Proper form along with proper breathing is the secret to long distance swimming

[@triswimcoach57]

Dave, be sure to also check out this article to gain more power in your stroke: vasatrainer.com/blog/overcoming-freestyle-monospeed-why-how-and-when-to-accelerate-hand-speed/

[@sharathchandra4276]

All the parts of the vedio in this series are excellent, scientific, easy to understand and easy to put it in to practice. I find all the techniques very useful and it improved my free style a lot. I would like to thank the lady for the techniques and it's really great and nice of her. I also expect some more vedios on other style such as the breast stroke, butterfly etc., Thanks

[@sumeetsekhon7048]

The best swimming tutorial video

[@vasatrainer]

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[@margaritasolla8238]

I’m doing my first Triathlon and this video helped me perfecting my stroke👍🏻👏🏻

[@triswimcoach57]

Margarita, be sure to also check out this article to gain more power in your stroke: vasatrainer.com/blog/overcoming-freestyle-monospeed-why-how-and-when-to-accelerate-hand-speed/

[@Forestier1]

Excellent; the best explanation, movement analysis and practical application I’ve found so far!

[@vasatrainer]

Vasa offers a great free 5-part course for Faster Freestyle that includes all 5 of these videos and more. Check it out! vasatrainer.com/blog/email-course-faster-freestyle-reg-ver-2/

[@martinsgeorge]

This video might just changed my life now thank you @vasa trainer

[@vasatrainer]

Terrific! Keep us posted on your progress.

[@willymacdonald7535]

Just started swimming after a lifetime of diving and what a learning curve it’s been. My daughter who ive taught to dive has been a club swimmer for years has me swimming with her. I’ll try this next time.

[@vasatrainer]

Vasa offers a great free 5-part course for Faster Freestyle that includes all 5 of these videos and more. Check it out! vasatrainer.com/blog/email-course-faster-freestyle-reg-ver-2/

[@tbg2352]

Best explanation how and why the vertical arm position should be!

[@triswimcoach57]

TBG, be sure to also check out this article to gain more power in your stroke: vasatrainer.com/blog/overcoming-freestyle-monospeed-why-how-and-when-to-accelerate-hand-speed/

[@777totototo6]

New to your channel and I like the way you got me understanding my hands position . Thanks

[@vasatrainer]

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[@daveyblacksportsperformanc751]

I can't believe I watched these video's while trying to show athletes a perfect catch set up... then 12 months later, we were being coached by Karlyn at her Faster Freestyle Workshop when she came and visited us in Melbourne! We all learnt so much! What a great development in the world of swimming!

[@triswimcoach57]

Karlyn is awesome! Did you know about the free 5-part online course? vasatrainer.lpages.co/email-course-faster-freestyle-reg/?

[@gnrmorey]

Great info, and it makes a huge amount of sense......I can't wait to try this in the morning

[@vasatrainer]

Vasa offers a great free 5-part course for Faster Freestyle that includes all 5 of these videos and more. Check it out: vasatrainer.com/blog/email-course-faster-freestyle-reg-ver-2/

[@chun-weilin8095]

Awesome video!

[@vasatrainer]

Thanks! For more swim training drills, technique talk, inspiration, motivation, etc. - visit our blog: vasatrainer.com/blog/

[@kalebnbrown]

Best swimming video I've viewed. This is great!

[@DylanRainbolt]

This lady's form is mind blowing!

[@vasatrainer]

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[@chizasophiri6055]

Wow straight to the point and short.

[@lizcrawford7366]

Do you have a series like this for the other three strokes? Fabulous video, how each component is broken down. I can't thank you enough for making and posting it.

[@vasatrainer]

Here is a link to a video series on all four strokes by Coach Matt Kredich. He is also an excellent teacher to help you understand the technical components of each stroke. vasatrainer.com/product/dvd-bundle-matt-kredich/

[@triswimcoach57]

Liz, the concepts apply to all 4 strokes. These videos have been so useful. Vasa has some great articles on their blog, too. Check out this newest one, which is an ah-ha moment too: vasatrainer.com/blog/overcoming-freestyle-monospeed-why-how-and-when-to-accelerate-hand-speed/

[@TheMerry14]

Thanks to your tips on the hand movements, I could swim. I was struggling with the technique for the past 20 days anf suddenly when I angled my hands as per your guidance, I could swim. Thank you!

[@gauravdocmed]

the best instruction video ...makes a big difference in the water very scientific. awesome

[@said0725]

From Morocco 🇲🇦 thanks a lot . You're really very informative 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻💯

[@vasatrainer]

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[@charlesbromberick4247]

Really nice (and helpful) analysis - thanks

[@munaaljonaidy571]

Best demonstration I have seen for that skill Thank for sharing

[@vasatrainer]

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[@nhlanhlamaphumulo4158]

The video is so helpful few mistakes that we never notice thanks very much love you 🥰

[@vasatrainer]

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[@troyloxley7647]

Thank you just watched Parts 1 to 5, best 20 minutes of swim tips I've seen. My stroke is so 1990s and looking at these tip, it all seems so obvious - can't wait to go to the pool and try some changes

[@vasatrainer]

Troy so glad the tips were helpful to you. How did it go at the pool? Keep us posted. If you haven't subscribed to our channel, please be sure to so you will be notified of new videos - kzbin.info. Happy swimming.

[@triswimcoach57]

Troy, These videos have been so useful. Vasa has some great articles on their blog, too. Check out this newest one, which is an ah-ha moment too: vasatrainer.com/blog/overcoming-freestyle-monospeed-why-how-and-when-to-accelerate-hand-speed/

[@rhianhardy8344]

I'm going to try it tomorrow. Never heard it before about the elbows.

[@fawnmori4910]

Incredibly helpful to me, as a beginner. Thank you very much.

[@iandawson1452]

Good stuff. The only other thing I would have pointed out is that maximum "catching" power is really hard to achieve without rolling. The swimming clips show the roll, but it wasn't mentioned. The roll allows you to engage the lats completely.

[@markrobinson8012]

wow that was great.... 2 years trying to swim correctly and efficiently for triathlons. This might have me on the right track!

[@itamarbrjr]

I am very excited for practising thar tip, i never noticed it before or read about it i will try it tomorrow on my swimming practise and see if i can make it faster!! thanks for sharing it!

[@CafeDude2097]

If you swim with low elbows, you are doing twice the work as if you swim with high elbows. Thank you so much :)

[@MajidKhan-cp3mb]

Thank u so much, I will try this technique on Monday God Willing. Your videos are great Thanks x

[@waveandsoundchannel]

Thank for this information. I am trying to learn swimming well by myself and watching a lot of videos I hadn´t have seen this way of explaining it.

[@cynthia6235]

I applied the points in this video and I’m amazed at how my speed and comfort have improved.

[@vasatrainer]

Cynthia, be sure to check out our free 5-part course for Faster Freestyle that includes all 5 of these videos and more. Check it out: vasatrainer.com/blog/email-course-faster-freestyle-reg-ver-2/

[@michaeldaney2700]

wow. Incredible. After hours of watching different videos, his helped by far the most.

[@harryaldieny7697]

add this to our schools curriculum!

[@hassanali7917]

Very nice 👍, good approach of teaching

[@vasatrainer]

Hassan, be sure to check out our free 5-part course for Faster Freestyle that includes all 5 of these videos and more. Check it out: vasatrainer.com/blog/email-course-faster-freestyle-reg-ver-2/

[@arnavsarpotdar]

खरंच खूप छान!

[@trannhatluat]

Thank for your useful swimming videos!

[@JulientUNSW]

it really worked very well on me just to change some little moves. Thanks Vasa.

[@triswimcoach57]

May I suggest that you begin a progression by using a pull buoy between your legs and a front mount swimmers snorkel (if you can tolerate that) for simplifying breathing. That way, you could practice the technique points the coach makes in these videos and focus on the correct stroke path, high elbow catch, and pulling with the strong muscles in the back (lats) and arms. Also, this article will help you: vasatrainer.com/blog/overcoming-freestyle-monospeed-why-how-and-when-to-accelerate-hand-speed/

[@brianmatthews4043]

A very good video. Great explanation and demonstration and excellent video examples too! Thank you.

[@vasatrainer]

Vasa offers a great free 5-part course for Faster Freestyle that includes all 5 of these videos and more. Check it out: vasatrainer.com/blog/email-course-faster-freestyle-reg-ver-2/

[@kokalody1982]

Thank you for these lessons. it shows me why sometimes am fast and sometimes very slow. now I know what are my mistakes and how to improve them. the way you explained it is so easy and informative. I ll try all of them tomorrow 👍👍 Thanks again

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[@kokalody1982]

Vasa Trainer I tried wht u explained in this video, and It did work so good for me. I swim faster now.. I still have a problem when taking a breath on the side, some water goes up my nose. I dont know how to fix it. I ll practice until I get it.

[@triswimcoach57]

Karlyn posted a good article and video about breathing on Facebook and you will find it useful: facebook.com/permalink.php?story_fbid=10156181745152094&id=804877093

[@ehabsaud7564]

Well done

[@nanoindus]

very good tip... i do swim well,,, never knew about this tip

[@boxruiz9830]

I hope to go faster and get less exhausted with this freestyle technique. Thank you for making this content.

[@vasatrainer]

Vasa offers a great free 5-part course for Faster Freestyle that includes all 5 of these videos and more. Check it out: vasatrainer.com/blog/email-course-faster-freestyle-reg-ver-2/

[@leslietennant1]

Excellent demonstration, thanks.

[@lavanyadhayapathy7042]

Nice and easy

[@uhumesistellaopeyemi746]

Thanks a lot. I never knew I could get as much information like this anywhere. Than you.

[@marinavanwoerkom1901]

Thanks for the tip, I never learn this in my swim lesson .Thank you for your video l learn from this.

[@Wild4safaris]

thank you - best swimming video i've seen :)

[@Jetfireangel]

Wow you mentioned inefficient swimming and that's me! Can't wait to try this!

[@CurlySky]

I learnt to swim freestyle only using ur videos.amazing work...please make a video about how to breathe also ..thanks a lot..

[@lieperik]

A very good series of videos which reduce my overall swimming time significantly. The small bit shown at 1:50 help a lot to improve my breaststroke. Oddly enough I never so this so clearly explained in other training videos.

[@kimberlyrobinson5235]

What a great video! Finally something I can follow and essential to becoming a better swimmer. Thanks!