{"product_id":"finis-forearm-fulcrum-swim-trainer","title":"FINIS Forearm Fulcrum Swim Trainer, Yellow, Adult — Promotes Early Vertical Forearm and High Elbow","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe FINIS Forearm Fulcrum Swim Trainer is a figure‑8 forearm and hand device that trains an early vertical forearm (EVF) catch to improve stroke mechanics and reduce wrist collapse.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for adult swimmers working on technical refinement, the Forearm Fulcrum guides your forearm and hand into a unified surface so you feel and hold a higher catch. Rather than adding resistance like paddles, this trainer enforces alignment and timing so you learn to engage the correct muscles and maintain a vertical forearm position through the pull phase of each stroke.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does the Forearm Fulcrum help my catch and pull?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe device forces the wrist to stay straight and turns the forearm and hand into one continuous surface, making it easier to discover and maintain an early vertical forearm. That alignment encourages a higher elbow and a deeper, more effective pull without relying on power alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePrevents wrist collapse for consistent hand orientation\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePromotes high elbow position and a vertical forearm during the catch\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHelps pull water through the stroke instead of pushing it away\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat strokes benefit from using this trainer?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis tool is versatile across all four competitive strokes: freestyle, backstroke, butterfly and breaststroke. It particularly aids the phases where early vertical forearm and forearm surface area matter most, so swimmers gain transferable technique improvements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFreestyle: improves entry-to-pull alignment and reduces sculling errors\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBackstroke: helps maintain vertical forearm through the underwater pull\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eButterfly and breaststroke: reinforces correct hand\/forearm connection for balanced pulls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should I use it during practice sessions?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse the Forearm Fulcrum in focused drill sets and technique laps rather than all-out sprinting. Wear it for short, repeated reps to build muscle memory of the EVF catch, then remove it to test the carryover into full-stroke swimming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eInclude in warm-up drill sets for 4–8 x 25–50 meters\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCombine with slow, deliberate pulling to reinforce feel\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAlternate with normal swimming to evaluate technique transfer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it protect my shoulders while I change technique?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy encouraging a proper forearm orientation and reducing compensatory wrist bending, the device helps distribute load more evenly across the forearm and shoulder muscles. It’s a training aid for technique improvement—not a medical device—so combine it with sensible progression and coach feedback.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePromotes efficient force application through the forearm surface\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDiscourages unhealthy wrist bending that can lead to compensation\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBest used with gradual training volume and technique-focused coaching\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho is this for: Swimmers and coaches looking to refine stroke mechanics, develop reliable early vertical forearm catch, and build correct pull patterns. Ideal for competitive masters, age‑group swimmers, triathletes focused on swim efficiency, and coaches running technique sessions. Use during drill sets to create lasting neuromuscular habits and better hand\/forearm positioning without adding bulk or heavy resistance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Can beginners use the Forearm Fulcrum?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes. Beginners can use it for short, focused drills to learn EVF catch, but start with low volume and coach guidance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Does it add resistance like paddles?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: No. It corrects alignment and wrist position rather than increasing drag or resistance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"FINIS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48022173647009,"sku":"B001GQ2CIU","price":80.33,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0758\/6532\/5729\/files\/finis-forearm-fulcrum-front-view.jpg?v=1791327579","url":"https:\/\/canadiansporting.ca\/products\/finis-forearm-fulcrum-swim-trainer","provider":"Canadian Sporting","version":"1.0","type":"link"}