Ideal Wedge Height For The Best Start #theraceclub

The start is one of the most complicated components of swimming. A major part of the start is knowing how to set up for it. Here at The Race Club we have determined that the best position for the wedge is often what is most comfortable. While intuitively one might imagine a higher hip position is always better we have found that this is not the case.

In this video we explain the ideal wedge position and show the measurements and testing that led us to our recommendation. We demonstrate how small changes in wedge placement and hip height affect launch angle and body alignment.