2019 World Clinic Glenn Mills: Panel Discussion On Breaststroke
The discussion with Glenn Mills focused on breaststroke techniques and coaching strategies. Chris Colp emphasized the importance of timing the dolphin kick with the hands' snap. Andre Salas Cunha suggested teaching swimmers to maintain a straight body line and avoid the pull-down. Mike Ashmore highlighted the need for a rigid body line and efficient gliding. Russ Castle discussed the importance of head position and body line, especially for younger swimmers. The group also debated the effectiveness of fallback vs. spin turns, with consensus on the benefits of both. Tempo training for the 200 breaststroke varied, with some coaches preferring individualized approaches based on swimmers' strengths and flexibility.