GoSwim Backstroke with Aaron Peirsol DVD REVIEWIf backstroke is your weak link in the Individual Medley (IM) or you just want to be able to swim more efficiently with better technique, this is definitely a DVD I highly recommend.
You will get to see Aaron’s backstroke from so many angles paired with non-technical narration, that this DVD will help anyone interested in learning or improving their backstroke.
6 Focus Points: The DVD is logically broken down into 6 aspects of the backstroke. Once each focus area has been practiced by itself, the 6 technical aspects can be put together to form a much stronger, smoother and efficient backstroke. Aaron even explains what he is doing in each instructional section. The instructional DVD comes with a laminated drill guide to help you recall the 6 areas of focus while at the pool.
Learn the importance of:
You will get to see Aaron’s backstroke from so many angles paired with non-technical narration, that this DVD will help anyone interested in learning or improving their backstroke.
6 Focus Points: The DVD is logically broken down into 6 aspects of the backstroke. Once each focus area has been practiced by itself, the 6 technical aspects can be put together to form a much stronger, smoother and efficient backstroke. Aaron even explains what he is doing in each instructional section. The instructional DVD comes with a laminated drill guide to help you recall the 6 areas of focus while at the pool.
Learn the importance of:
- A steady head position
- Sliding the hand
- Stretching into the catch
- Sliding the hips
- Pulling in a perpendicular motion
- Constant kicking
The DVD is so well organized that it is easily navigated allowing you to proceed with the swimming instruction at your own pace – allowing you to concentrate on one area of the backstroke at a time.
If you are serious about backstroking, this is a DVD you will want to have in your collection. I’ve actually watched it several times as has my 9 year old son. It helps us to refocus when our stroke is not quite allowing us to perform at our desired level.
My Rating
- Quality of Material – 5 Stars
- Ease of Use – 5 Stars
- Appropriate Swimmer Level – All levels
- Ages - (ages 9 and up) For younger swimmers it's definitely wise to watch in sections depending on attention span.
Overall Impression – A must-have for competitive swimmers 5 Stars
Anyone else seen this video? Feel free to comment!
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