How to Use Music to Improve Stroke Tempo in the Water
Music is a powerful tool for working and improving stroke rate. Here’s how swimmers can use a good playlist to manipulate tempo and improve their freestyle.
Music is a powerful tool for working and improving stroke rate. Here’s how swimmers can use a good playlist to manipulate tempo and improve their freestyle.
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