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What Does DPS Mean in Swimming?

What is DPS in swimming? How to calculate DPS. You can review our article titled Why DPS is important in swimming training.

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What is DPS in swimming and how is stroke distance calculated?
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What is DPS in Swimming?

One of the important concepts that determine performance in swimming is DPS. DPS, which is the abbreviation of the English expression "Distance Per Stroke", means distance taken per stroke in Turkish. This value, which shows how far the swimmer progresses in each stroke cycle, is used to evaluate the efficiency of the swimming technique.

DPS in swimmingIt is important to follow technical development, especially in freestyle swimming. Being able to cover more distance with fewer strokes, correct swimming techniques and is one of the indicators of effective water retention.

How to Calculate DPS?

DPS calculation is quite simple. The total distance traveled by the swimmer is divided by the number of strokes used.

For example, if a swimmer swims 20 strokes in a 25-meter pool, the distance per stroke is 1.25 meters.

Thanks to this calculation, swimmers can track their technical efficiency during training.

 Why is DPS Important in Swimming Training?

DPS exercises help improve the swimmer's position in the water, body balance and stroke efficiency. It is an important training criterion, especially for young swimmers, in terms of gaining correct technical habits.

However, a high DPS value does not always mean swimming faster. While maintaining stroke length, swimming tempo must also be adjusted correctly.
Why Is Dps Important On The Face?

 How to Improve DPS?

To improve the DPS value, the following studies should be given importance:
  1. Maintaining correct body position.
  2. Improving water retention technique.
  3. Doing stroke technique exercises.
  4. Using body rotation correctly.
  5. Practicing balanced and controlled swimming exercises.
In conclusion;
DPS in swimming is an important indicator in evaluating technical development and swimming efficiency. Thanks to regular training, correct technique and conscious studies, swimmers can improve their stroke efficiency and increase their performance to better levels.
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