"Power" isn't what determines an Olympic swimming champion, rather, it is efficiency of technique. Studies validate this principle. AND the "strap" IMO and experience "taught" how to maintain the 'continuum" of the stroke. That is, there is no time when there isn't a "hold" onto the water. AND most importantly, that technique is "front quadrant" swimming and nicely elevates the hips, streamlines and swimmer as well.
One of the worst exercises/training tools any swimmer can do, especially swimmers that are not experienced. So many bad habits can come from this drill. Only do this drill if you are an experienced swimmer.
"Power" isn't what determines an Olympic swimming champion, rather, it is efficiency of technique. Studies validate this principle. AND the "strap" IMO and experience "taught" how to maintain the 'continuum" of the stroke. That is, there is no time when there isn't a "hold" onto the water. AND most importantly, that technique is "front quadrant" swimming and nicely elevates the hips, streamlines and swimmer as well.
One of the worst exercises/training tools any swimmer can do, especially swimmers that are not experienced. So many bad habits can come from this drill. Only do this drill if you are an experienced swimmer.