How was your swim today?

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LindsD Sep 2020 9:19am, 18 Sep 2020 40,778 posts	0 LindsD That's my plan for the winter LN
Rosehip Sep 2020 10:58am, 18 Sep 2020 17,800 posts	0 Rosehip The early morning sessions here are the ones that are busiest - I'm very lucky to be able to choose to go at 11 when it's quiet. However, I've cancelled today's as I woke with a sore throat and a bit of a sniffle and remember from past experiences that swimming when even slightly coldy doesn't do me any good.
Richard-M Sep 2020 7:59am, 23 Sep 2020 690 posts	0 Richard-M Swim b4 work for me - first session 6.15am start - they even let you in a few minutes early so we can max out our 45minute - nice start to the day but it was busy - five people in a double width lane with varying speeds - that's the busiest i've ever had it - i'm use dto just one or two including me! Hope your sniffle is just that Rosehip!
Rosehip Oct 2020 8:41pm, 8 Oct 2020 18,110 posts	0 Rosehip I went for a swim yesterday - it was lovely, a max of 3 people per double lane. I employed my new pull bouy for a few lengths to try to sort out my front crawl arms and breathing. It is very apparent that my left arm is not moving as well as my right - I know breathing to my left is always harder, but I didn't realise quite how restricted my left arm movement is. What can I do on dry land to improve the way my left arm moves?
LindsD Oct 2020 9:49pm, 8 Oct 2020 41,399 posts	0 LindsD Is it technique or stiffness RH?
Rosehip Oct 2020 9:51pm, 8 Oct 2020 18,118 posts	0 Rosehip I'm not sure - I think it's technique limited by perceived stiffness/restriction for an old disolaction that should be fine now - if that makes sense?
LindsD Oct 2020 10:02pm, 8 Oct 2020 41,403 posts	0 LindsD Yes perfect sense. Was going to suggest some stretches I have for frozen shoulder but not sure they would be what you need.
Rosehip Oct 2020 10:08pm, 8 Oct 2020 18,120 posts	0 Rosehip Happy to try them Linds, I'm at a loss what else to do!
LindsD Oct 2020 10:12pm, 8 Oct 2020 41,404 posts	0 LindsD https://youtu.be/0QpQF-x3Cxw This is the most effective one for me. 30s x 5 twice a day. Also hands on desk thumbs up and walk back until arms parallel to floor. Hold as above. Lying down, arms above head on bed, fingers interlaced. Hold as above.
Rosehip Oct 2020 10:13pm, 8 Oct 2020 18,122 posts	0 Rosehip Thnk you