Swim Lab Drill #2: Reach Out Drill
Instead of rushing the stroke, slow down to swim fast with the Reach Out Drill.
Heading out the door? Read this article on the new Outside+ app available now on iOS devices for members! Download the app.
Instead of rushing the stroke, slow down to swim fast with the Reach Out Drill: Extend your arm forward, setting up the beginning of the stroke, with your hand below the elbow and elbow below shoulder. Do a two-count then bend the elbow to start the catch.
We’ve gone digital! Sign up for a digital subscription of Triathlete to get our monthly issues for your digital device. In addition to the regular monthly content you’ll get exclusive videos, photos and more embedded in your issue.