Breaststroke corners are mainly used to keep moving in a straight line in the defined lanes while adjusting direction without touching the wall. Here are some tips for breaststroke corners:
1.Anticipate and plan: Before racing, athletes need to know the length of the lane and the location of the bend so that they can make adjustments as they approach the bend.
2.Body position: When cornering, keep your body as level as possible, which helps maintain speed and stability.
3.Arm movements: When approaching a corner, the arm can be slightly retracted to reduce thrust so that it is easier to change direction.
4.Leg movements: The leg movements of the breaststroke play a key role when cornering. The athlete can control the steering of the body by adjusting the force and direction of the leg movements. When cornering, the leg movements should be slightly strengthened in order to propel the body in the desired direction.
5.Head position: When cornering, head position is also important. Athletes can adjust their head position slightly to help keep their body balanced and oriented.
6.Breathing: The rhythm of breathing can be interrupted when cornering, so athletes need to be prepared before the turn to ensure that they can continue to breathe evenly during the turn.
7.Practice: In order to turn smoothly in the competition, athletes need to do a lot of practical training in order to be able to skillfully complete the turning maneuvers in the actual competition.
Note that these techniques apply to turns in breaststroke competitions. Cornering techniques may vary in different swimming events.