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You're here: Biomechanics/Technique

Welcome to the Biomechanics and Technique section. Here you will find articles on each of the strokes, starts, turns, etc. Feel free to scroll through the articles listed below or use the search function to find articles on the subject you are interested in.


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2001 Australian World Clinic - David Pyne, AIS-Analysis of the Sydney 2000 Olympic Games
  Things looked at: World rankings, Consistency of performance, Progression from Trials, Racing patterns, Stroke rate and length.
4/14/2004
2001 Australian World Clinic - Laurie Lawrence - Teaching Techniques
 
4/14/2004
2001 Australian World Clinic - Tony Shaw (backstroke); John Freney (fly)
 
4/14/2004
Addition of an approach to a relay start
  This study was designed to examine differences between commonly used relay starts. The question arises as to whether this stepping action actually helps the athlete have a faster start.
3/15/2004
Additional Biomechanics Links
  To find out more information on biomechanics or Technique, click on one of the following links.
5/27/2004
Can I work on my stroke and still swim fast in practice?
 
4/14/2004
Comparison of Buoyancy, Passive and Net Active Drag Forces Between Fastskin and Standard Swimsuits
  Speedo’s Fastskin full-body suit was designed to reduce drag, which would be a clear benefit to performance. To confirm Speedo’s claim, buoyancy differences were determined by repeatedly measuring hydrostatic weight with the different swimsuits on.
3/15/2004
Does it make a difference if you breathe every 2nd or 3rd stroke?
 
4/14/2004
Has short course yards affected freestyle technique?
 
4/29/2005
How has the technology involved in swimming changed over the years?
 
4/14/2004
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