Backstroke Arm Bend #theraceclub

The Pulling motion in Backstroke is a challenging motion for many swimmers, young and old, to master. Often swimmers believe they are pulling with a bent arm when, in reality, their degree of elbow bend tells a different story.

In this video we present an objective analysis of the differences between straight and bent-arm pulls for backstroke and demonstrate which approach is most effective. For a full breakdown and practical drills to help you achieve a greater elbow bend in your stroke, visit our website.