Flexibility Training: Swimming Stretches  There's room to be
creative with this stretch. You can walk the hips away from the
wall or experiment with your hand in different locations. To
intensify the stretch, use the floor instead of the wall.  The
key is to move the shoulder that's not being stretched down, and
slowly lean the involved shoulder into the wall, floor or couch.
(see step 4).  Side of the Torso Stretch: Lateral Bend  Lateral
Bend  The side (lateral) muscles of the torso have a great deal
of strength, power, endurance and elasticity. This natural
elasticity adds power without increased mass.  This stretch will
allow you to be more effective in the reaching part of your swim
stroke and have more power on the recovery part.    1. Stand
with your feet hip-distance apart, knees slightly bent.   2.
Expand your chest, lift your ribs and raise both hands over your
head.   3. On exhale, pull your abdomen back and lean to the
right.   4. Hold this position and inhale into the ribs.   5. As
you exhale, pul