Finis Tech Toc Hip Rotation Training (1.05.014)
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[ audible feedback to develop the proper stroke ]
[ develop perfect hip rotation ]
A key to improving one's technique and stroke efficiency is to
improve hip rotation. The strength and rate of an individual's
hip rotation determines the power and timing of their stroke.
Swimmers that do not have a balanced hip rotation will in turn
have an unbalanced stroke, resulting in a waste of energy, with
one side of the body performing most of the work.
Tech Toc
The Tech Toc is the only device that allows swimmers to gauge the
position of their hips with relation to their hand and body
position using sound and feel. the Tech Toc consists of a ball
bearing within a plastic capsule that contains acoustical
amplifiers at each end. The device allows swimmers to hear, as
well as feel, the rhythm and pace of their stroke pattern and
technique. As the ball hits the acoustical amplifier, it provides
the swimmer feedback on their hip rotation and movement.
Additionally, the coach can see a visual reference, and hear an
audible noise to help monitor hip rotation corresponding to the
hand and body position.
What is the Tech Toc?
The Tech Toc is a friendly, introductory product to hip training.
It can be used by any age group for any swim distance. Use it for
all or just a portion of your workout. It is especially valuable
when you are tired, since it ensures successful hip rotation at
the point when you’re most likely to suffer a degradation
in performance.
The Tech Toc is the only device that allows swimmers to gauge the
position of their hips with relation to their hand and body
position using sound and feel. The Tech Toc utilizes a ball
bearing inside of a plastic capsule containing acoustical
amplifiers at each end. The device allows swimmers to hear, as
well as feel the rhythm and pace of their stroke pattern and
technique. It is a “swimmer’s metronome” that
synchronizes the entire range of body movements that make up a
complete stroke.
As the ball hits the acoustical amplifier at each end of the
capsule, it provides the swimmer audible feedback on their hip
rotation and movement. Additionally, the coach can see a visual
reference and hear an audible noise to monitor the hip rotation
in relation to the hand and body position.
Why do I need the Tech Toc?
While swimming, the timing of hip rotation determines proper
shoulder rotation and hand position. During an ideal swim, the
hips initiate the body rotation, followed by the shoulders. The
Tech Toc takes the guesswork out of gauging the position of the
hips and helps to perfect overall body position during freestyle,
backstroke, breaststroke and butterfly.
The faster the hips rotate, the faster the stroke tempo. The Tech
Toc ensures proper timing of hip rotation, allowing the swimmer
to achieve the maximum potential and efficiency of each stroke.
Practicing improper hip rotation degrades the quality of the
stroke and can also lead to shoulder strain and eventual muscle
damage.
For breaststroke and butterfly, the timing and rhythm of the hips
is key in determining the distance per stroke, as well as the
power of each stoke. With every stroke taken, it is important
that the swimmer pops the hips up with each kick, allowing for
recovery between kicks. The audible sound emitted by the Tech Toc
informs the swimmer of the timing and rhythm for their
stroke.
How do I get started with the Tech Toc?
Wear the Tech Toc horizontally (hip-to-hip) for freestyle and
backstroke; wear it vertically (along the spine) for butterfly
and breaststroke. During backstroke, the Tech Toc can be worn at
the hips or near the chest, placed in front of the body.
The concept is to snap or roll the hips so the swimmer gets the
ball to hit the top of the capsule. When the ball is hitting both
ends of the tube, the swimmer is popping the hips properly. At
this point, the swimmer can monitor stroke rhythm and how it
changes with a slow or fast pace.
The Tech Toc has two settings. The “delay on”
position requires the swimmer to rotate at least 45 degrees to
get feedback. For swimmers who do not rotate enough, this setting
forces hip rotation. In the “delay off” position, any
movement from a level position will result in feedback. This
setting provides feedback based on any degree of hip rotation to
familiarize beginner swimmers with the concept and feeling
associated with hip rotation.
To change settings "delay on" and "delay off", hold the Tech Toc
base in the palm of your hand and rotate one side of the capsule.
The entire capsule will then rotate in the base. If the unit does
not rotate, it is often due to cold conditions. If this occurs,
place the Tech Toc in the pool water to loosen the capsule from
the base of the product.
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