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“The key to building long muscle as you swim is stretching arms far ahead of you in the water, sort of like a swan.” quote by Mary Helen Bowers
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“The key to building long muscle as you swim is stretching arms far ahead of you in the water, sort of like a swan.”

Mary Helen Bowers

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Source Interview: Swimming Technique, 2018

Stretching arms far ahead while swimming mimics a swan’s elegance, aiding long‑muscle development.

In simple terms: Stretch arms like a swan.

Key Takeaway

Use extended reach in swimming.

Themes

sports technique muscle development swimming

Mood

instructional technical

Type

educational motivational

When to use this quote

  • training drills
  • coach instruction

Key Concepts

biomechanics elongation

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does arm extension affect stroke efficiency?
  • What drills improve reach?
A Different Perspective

May be hard for beginners.

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