The right form as you move through the water is essential to your success. While most people think all you need to focus on is the movement of your arms and how your legs kick, every aspect of your body must be trained to perform the right movements to effectively propel yourself through the water. For instance, your hip rotation is an important part of your ability to swim well with all four swim strokes. Using the right tools can improve your hip rotation, as well as let you know how well you are doing in your training.

Finis Tech Toc

The Finis Tech Toc is an important tool you can use to determine whether your hip movements are perfectly timed and positioned based on the stroke you are working on. This tool is worn around the waist and creates an audible sound you can hear through the water that indicates your hip position and movement. On the side of the belt, you will find a tube that contains ball bearings and an acoustic amplifier to create the sound you hear. You can also set a delay for the ball bearings, which will encourage you to exaggerate your hip movements, allowing you to get a better feel for the proper movements for each stroke you are working on.

Finis Hydro Hip Rotation Belt

If you are having trouble with your hip movements or you need to strengthen the muscles in this area, the Finis Hydro Hip Rotation Belt can be the perfect addition to your swim training aids. This belt fits around your waist with two fins that stick out from the sides of your body. This creates greater resistance as you swim through the water. When you swim against the greater resistance, you will have to work harder to create the same propulsion you achieve without the belt. This in turn will help strengthen your hip muscles, allowing you to swim more efficiently without the belt.

Using the right swim training aids will ensure you are able to swim better during your practices and meets. The Finis Tech Toc can help you hear when your hip motions and positions are appropriate for the stroke you are practicing. The Finis Hydro Hip Rotation Belt can help you strengthen the muscles in the area for more effective swimming. With both of these tools, you will be able to improve your body’s movements, making you a stronger swimmer.