The Effortless Swimming Podcast #372 : How to Improve Your Freestyle as an Adult – Olympian's Advice with Sharon Van Rouwendaal
Apr 4, 2025
Sharon Van Rouwendaal, an Olympic gold medalist in open water swimming, shares her journey from elite athlete to coach. She emphasizes the importance of patience in teaching adults and how minor adjustments can lead to significant improvements. Topics include the key elements of effective warm-ups, the necessity of dryland exercises, and how proper kicking influences overall stroke efficiency. With practical tips for mastering freestyle technique, Sharon encourages adult swimmers to integrate innovative exercises for better performance.
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Simplify Explanations
- Explain swimming techniques as simply as possible.
- Relate explanations to personal experiences for clarity.
Address the Root Cause
- Address the root cause of a swimming issue, not just the symptom.
- Fixing the underlying problem leads to long-term improvement.
Rotate for Longer Strokes
- Focus on rotating more to lengthen your stroke.
- This can improve distance per stroke and overall efficiency.