How To Breathe Properly While Swimming Breaststroke!

Summary

In this video, Coach Mandy explains the crucial breathing technique for mastering breaststroke. She breaks down the three phases of the stroke cycle—start, mid-cycle, and finish—focusing on the importance of exhaling while gliding and inhaling during the mid-cycle. Mandy demonstrates the proper breathing sequence, emphasizing the need for a full exhale through the mouth and nose, followed by an inhale through the mouth. She encourages swimmers to practice the technique in place before incorporating it into a full stroke, helping them find their rhythm and avoid getting out of breath. Aimed at improving breaststroke efficiency, this video is ideal for swimmers looking to refine their technique.

Takeaways

• 😀 Start your breaststroke breathing by exhaling through both your mouth and nose during the start phase.
• 😀 The inhale occurs during the mid-cycle of the stroke when your head rises out of the water.
• 😀 Exhale fully before your head goes back down to ensure you are ready to take in a breath again.
• 😀 Practice the exhale sequence in place before applying it to a full stroke, allowing you to get comfortable with the rhythm.
• 😀 Inhaling should be done through your mouth, not your nose, to ensure proper oxygen intake.
• 😀 During the glide phase, most of your exhale should happen, allowing your body to reset for the next breath.
• 😀 Focus on finding a rhythm with your exhale to avoid running out of breath during the stroke.
• 😀 When practicing the stroke, slow your tempo down to fully focus on the breathing sequence.
• 😀 A significant portion of the exhale should happen through your mouth, with a minor amount through your nose for added control.
• 😀 Take your time practicing the breathing sequence in place to build muscle memory before applying it to a full stroke.

Q & A

What is the main topic of the video?

The main topic of the video is teaching swimmers how to properly breathe during the breaststroke, focusing on the timing and technique for exhaling and inhaling throughout the stroke cycle.

What are the three phases of the breaststroke stroke cycle mentioned in the video?

The three phases of the breaststroke stroke cycle mentioned in the video are the start, mid-cycle, and finish.

When should you exhale during the breaststroke?

You should exhale during the start and finish of the stroke cycle, as well as while your head rises out of the water to take a breath.

Where should the inhale take place during the stroke cycle?

The inhale should happen in the mid-cycle of the stroke when your head is above water, and it should occur through your mouth.

What should you focus on while rehearsing the breathing sequence in place?

While rehearsing the breathing sequence in place, you should focus on exhaling fully through both your mouth and nose, and inhaling only through your mouth.

What is the recommended breathing technique when performing breaststroke?

The recommended technique is to exhale mostly through your mouth, with a slight exhale through your nose, and inhale only through your mouth.

Why is it important to release all the air during the stroke?

It’s important to release all the air during the stroke so you can invite fresh air back in during the inhale, helping you avoid feeling out of breath.

How should you practice the breathing sequence for the breaststroke?

You should practice the breathing sequence slowly in place, allowing yourself to get comfortable with the rhythm of exhaling and inhaling before performing the full stroke.

How does the tempo affect your breaststroke breathing?

Slowing down your tempo will help you focus on the breathing sequence, ensuring that you can properly manage your exhales and inhales in rhythm with the stroke.

What is the primary benefit of focusing on the exhale with the mouth in breaststroke?

Focusing on exhaling through the mouth primarily helps ensure that you can fully expel air, allowing more room for a deep inhale and preventing you from feeling out of breath during the stroke.