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Originally Posted by Dustin03
my arms are the only thing that get somewhat tired, and i usually go into a sidestroke because for me it's a good recovery stroke. My big thing is i feel like im outta breath.
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I have devoted a fair amount of time to research this as I have had the same problem. What I have found from the "experts" is that your legs should do most of the work (kick from the hip). Also, the more you breath the better. Exhale underwater, tilt your head to the side and inhale. Then back underwater. The position of your hands when you pull back on the stroke (90°) is also important as well as how far you extend the arm when you pull back (elbo should stay close to parallel with your side). I try to cut rest periods to less than 60 sec. The SFAS prep book says 500 meters minimum. Thats a start.