Swimming | Anatomy

The upper body is the "engine" of the swimming stroke, concentrating development in the chest, back, and shoulders.

Effective swimming requires the hips to rotate side-to-side, initiating slightly before the shoulders to maximize reach and power. Swimming Anatomy

These are the most critical muscles for pulling the arm through the water. The upper body is the "engine" of the

The chest muscles generate the power needed during the "catch" and initial pull phases. concentrating development in the chest

These facilitate the recovery phase and help stabilize the shoulder joint through its wide range of motion. ⚓ The Core & Body Rotation

These engage most heavily during the "finish" phase of the stroke to push the water back.