Coach Robb: Swimming: 3 of 3 Swim Drills: Breathing Freestyle Made Easy

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[@anwozny]

I've just started swimming and I've been teaching myself everything. I've found that Freestyle is the most difficult stroke for me because I have trouble breathing. I do exhale the entire time I'm underwater, but I get freaked out that I won't get enough air when I have to take it, which causes me to raise my head/lower my hips. I'm going to give this a try on Wednesday or Thursday so fingers crossed! I'm thankful that I've come across your videos; they've been incredibly helpful, thank you!

[@rod280459]

Hi Tarun - I am a fellow learner like yourself and had the same problem. I fixed it looking at 2 things : 1) Don't pull too early - when you rotate to breath make sure your bottom arm stays fully extended(pointing down slightly)you can lean on it a little to stop you sinking - you can swim slow this way. Swim tall 2) Keep your weight forward - this will keep your feet and hips high without having to kick too hard. Try 2 beat kick - it saves energy. Goodluck !

[@sunilnirwana6094]

Hi Robb, finally I could swim a length today, slowly though but without stress.Exhalation in water is not perfect as yet but I am sure practice will set it right. Thanks to your simple , comprehensive swim vedieos and advice.

[@CanguyMTL]

I really appreciate your videos, after trying the kickboard and going backwards, I watched your video and learned to kick appropriately and keep my legs higher in the water. Along with extending myself more when I swim, your tips have helped me speed up a lot. Now it's just the breathing issue and I'll be all set.

[@drurvashi9203]

thank you so much for your videos. It is really helpful for a beginner swimmer like me.

[@CoachRobbBeams]

Thank you for watching - please let me know if you have any specific challenges with your swimming that I can help you with. -Coach Robb

[@gogokhan95]

Very useful instruction.

[@preets07]

I emailed you the link. Thanks again!

[@asfandyar219]

Just got introduced to your channel and I can tell you that its awesome man and Coach Robb your brilliant.

[@CoachRobbBeams]

Great questions! When possible, try to lift first and then go swim. At first your body will feel "heavy" when you begin swimming, but swimming after lifting will have you feeling better the next day because you are lengthening out the muscles (strength training shortens muscles). If logistically possible, train in the morning & evening to allow your body the chance to consume food (building products for your muscles) and rest in between sessions (higher output when you exercise). Good luck!

[@Samsin9870]

Hi Robb. Thanks for making these videos. They're extremely helpful. I can swim fine when i'm not focussing on breathing or rotating my body. But when I try to incorporate side breathing I have a few problems. I tend to create more bubbles with my arms which throws me off as do the bubbles i release with my nose. If I release the air too fast, I feel breathless under water & when I come out for a breath I end up not being able to take a breath at all. Any suggestions for improving?

[@GarthWilliamsRetouch]

this same thing happens to me.... with me its because I don't exhale beneath the water, I hold my breath and then try to breathe as I hit the surface... Its not due to muscle fatigue but more so because of suffocation. Well that's what I think it is

[@TarunMall]

Hi Coach Robb, Thanks for this great video. I have a question, when I try to swim fast in freestyle I am able to rotate my body and breathe properly, but that make me tired and I have to stop at 25m and take a rest of 30sec. When I try to swim slow and try to breathe by rotating my body, then I gulp a lot of water. Any tips for this?

[@CoachRobbBeams]

Siva-thank you for watching! Depending on how much you are taking in, sometimes it is better to just swallow and other times to blow it out as you exhale through your mouth. Drop me a quick note about how much is coming in and if possible, think about when it is slipping in (the timing is important). I know that you mentioned when you breathe, but is it when you rotate up or as you begin to rotate your head back to facing the bottom of the pool. Tap back when you can. -Coach Robb

[@CoachRobbBeams]

Thank you for your question-exercise won't burn off muscle, but rather build it (as long as you are eating enough protein to support your efforts - such as your whey). Considering the density of water, you will be doing a lot of "strength work" so you will notice an improvement in your muscle mass because you are nutritionally supporting your efforts. If your urine is dark or it has a strong odor, you are not getting enough protein (your body is "eating" its muscle for energy). -Coach Robb

[@DudaChamp]

Hey Rob. I'm 20 years old and starting to get in shape. I'm tall and thin but over the last year I've tried to put on some weight and muscle. As a result I've gained some pounds but have acquired some fat (Mainly in stomach). I recently moved into a house with a decent sized in ground pool so I figured once the weather gets nice I'll start swimming a lot to train. How many days should I swim a week and for how long? (I lift 3 times a week) Also any general pointers would be appreciated. Thanks

[@laanmac1]

I am going to try this…actually, I never learned to breather correctly. I took lessons at 19, 29, and now I am 53 and scared to death to jump in! I cannot tread or breathe in the water so I stay on the side of the pool while my kids swim. Doctor says I need to swim becuz running hurts my knees.

[@SatchManFan]

What are the previous two videos you referenced titled? I don't see "Video 1" and "Video 2." Thanks!

[@CoachRobbBeams]

Add a pull buoy in between your thighs to help you focus on one thing at a time. By using the pull buoy, you will "teach" your body what it is to swim horizontal in the water. Please give this a try and let me know how it works for you. Thank you! -Coach Robb

[@CoachRobbBeams]

Preeta - thank you for doing this; however, I can find it. Can you provide me a direct link? Thank you! -Coach Robb

[@CoachRobbBeams]

Priya, Thank you for watching! Since you swim with a nose clip, you will need to really focus on exhaling completely through your mouth so that when you rotate to breathe, your lungs will be empty and ready for fresh air. When it comes to breathing, it is all about timing. Refrain from getting frustrated, it is simply a trial and error type of drill. Good luck - and please keep me posted. -Coach Robb

[@senthilkhumar]

Hello Coach Rob... I am training for a triathlon and swimming is my weakness. The major problem I am facing recently is am not able to swim straight. am swimming sideways. Any hints?

[@sunilnirwana6094]

I cant breathe after 2 months practice and also forget kicking after a few strokes.How to get a hang of these techniques?

[@Othermails08]

I am a beginner. I just try to swim as a form of exercise. I have problem with breathing. I just wonder if you (or your associates) have classes in different cities? I’d like to take class from you.

[@invertedsavage3978]

i always suck water its not like im sucking water out of the pool though its like theres water in my mouth already i think it has to do with my exhale i always end up with a little bit of water in my mouth after i exhale

[@oxrabbit8857]

have problem with breathing in freestyle found your video and will try this tom.

[@CoachRobbBeams]

Terry - swim with a pull buoy in between your knees and a tennis ball under your chin, This will keep you focused as well as "teach" your body how to rotate as one unit. Your goal is to have your chin and belly button move as one unit - rotating around your spine is the key. Please give this a shot and let me know how you do. If possible, capture yourself swimming and send it to me so that I can see you in the water and provide you specific feedback. -Coach Robb

[@ajayvs1422]

most swim coach teaches one eye should be in the water and one eye outside. opening a mouth little to get air quickly. in your video i can see both eyes comes out of the water and there is a momentum of inhaling air nicely.

[@CoachRobbBeams]

Thank you for watching! Please don't fall into the trap of one rule fits everyone. The key component is oxygen. You need to rotate to the point that you an take in enough oxygen to not throw off your balance - a very finite line. Keep me posted id you have any issues. Thank you for watching!

[@robhay23]

Hi I have just started swimming lessons and I'm finding it difficult to get my breathing under control, I keep wanting to breath in through my nose as water keeps going in my mouth when I take a breath. Also I feel like I'm panicking when I come up for air, I was using kickboard tonight and was told to lift my head up out of the water for air, is that the right way or is turning to the side better ? ( I was holding on to the board with both hands)

[@CoachRobbBeams]

Rob-thank you for watching my videos! You have a few things going on all at one time: 1. When you rotate to breathe in, breathe through your mouth. Exhale through your mouth and nose to ensure that you completely exhale. This will create the vacuum in your lungs that you need to inhale. 2. Focus on exhaling at a rate that leaves your timing just in time to inhale, it is all about timing. 3. The higher you pick your head up, the deeper your hips will drop. Rotating your head to the side is ideal for optimum kick board drills. Please let me know if you have any questions or challenges beyond what is outlined here. -Coach Robb

[@itsmewushie]

+Robb Beams but is it okay to exhale only through mouth?

[@CoachRobbBeams]

Marivic - absolutely! The key is to exhale quickly enough to create a "vacuum" in your lungs. I personally like to exhale through my nose and my mouth. Please let me know if you have any questions or need anything clarified. -Coach Robb

[@CoachRobbBeams]

You are not doing anything wrong; however, there isn't anything that you can do about it. Literally, it is the design of your ear tubes! I experience the same thing, you just get acclimated to it. To avoid an ear infection, create a mixture of rubbing alcohol (to evaporate water) and hydrogen peroxide (kills bacteria). Keep up the consistency and strive to get acclimated to the feeling. Please keep me posted on your progress. -Coach Robb

[@CoachRobbBeams]

Preeta-very observant on your behalf! I honestly don't focus on my eyes, but rather full body rotation until my mouth breaks the surface. I focus on my nose and belly button moving as one unit. The only time I focus on my eyes is when I swim in the open water and am sighting for swim buoys around the course. Please let me know if you have any additional questions or need anything clarified. Thank you for watching my videos. -Coach Robb

[@CoachRobbBeams]

Thank you for your message! Not to sound difficult, but what is frustrating you? Are you losing your balance; not able to breathe, sink, all the above? If you get a moment and can film yourself bi-lateral breathing, I would be happy to review and decide what we can adjust to make your efforts more relaxed in the water. Drop me a message when you get a quick moment. -Coach Robb

[@CoachRobbBeams]

It is possible, but is going to cause your hips and legs to sink quickly. Think about your nose and belly button being attached. As you rotate your head to breathe, rotate your shoulders and hips so that your nose and belly button move in line with one another. This helps you maintain proper body balance in the water. Please keep me posted if you have any additional quesitons. -Coach Robb

[@CoachRobbBeams]

Great question and frequent frustration for many swimmers. Think about your spine as your "center line"; if your right hand crosses your center line, you will drift left - just like a rudder. If you drift to the right, your left arm is crossing your center line. This becomes an issue when you strive to rotate and reach, we mentally forget to keep the hand-arm combo in line with our shoulder so that we slip through the water straight. Please move your arms "out" more and let me know-Thx

[@TheCiudat]

I'm trying to learn to swim and the most useful tips from whole KZbin I found only here. Thank you very much, Robb!

[@lojainrifki6007]

TheCiudat. Me tooooooo ♥️🌹

[@NDcompetitiveshooter]

Same here

[@CoachRobbBeams]

Mike-thanks for the msg! Not to sound cruel, but the only way water gets in is if you are NOT blowing out while you exhale. Blow through your mouth and your nose to ensure that you close any potential income of water. Please give this a try and let me know if you have any questions or need anything clarified. -Coach Robb

[@CoachRobbBeams]

Molly Anne, I have found that the blowing nose method is optimal! The idea is to time the breathing cycle with depleted lungs; if your lungs are deflated, then the vacum will increase your oxygen uptake. The goal is deplete the lungs just in time to your rotation and your mouth breaking the surface. Please keep me posted on your progress. -Coach Robb

[@CoachRobbBeams]

Great question-when you put your face into the water, exhale. Strive to empty your lungs by the time your mouth breaks the surface so that you have created a "vacum" and inhale. It is all about timing, so be patient. If you want to send me a film of you swimming, I will take a review and provide you some feedback. -Coach Robb

[@CoachRobbBeams]

Not to sound sarcastic, but please watch the Swimming 101 Drills and reverse the concepts. For example, when you are on your back, "pressing" your shoulders/back into the water will bring your hips up. Rotation is still important and maintaining horizontal in the water all matters. Please let me know if you have any additional questions. -Coach Robb

[@CoachRobbBeams]

Preeta-feel free to add fins to keep your momentum helping you with your balance. I like to use the tennis ball under the chin to "teach rotation" as well. If possible, film yourself and upload it so that I can review. This will help me see what is going on while you are in the water. -Coach Robb

[@CoachRobbBeams]

Hang in there! Visualize "pressing" your arm pit towards the bottom the pool; this will elevate your hips based on hydro-dynamics. To keep the water out of your nose; blow through both your nose and mouth like a bull. If air is going out, water can't get in. Please keep me posted.

[@CoachRobbBeams]

Hang in there! Visualize "pressing" your arm pit towards the bottom the pool; this will elevate your hips based on hydro-dynamics. To keep the water out of your nose; blow through both your nose and mouth like a bull. If air is going out, water can't get in. Please keep me posted. -Coach Robb

[@CoachRobbBeams]

Do you have access to a swim buoy (the swim tool that fits inbetween your thighs)? This will help you focus on your breathing first. Once you get the timing of your breathing down, we can re-focus on your lower body. -Coach Robb

[@CoachRobbBeams]

Please capture yourself swimmming so that I can evaluate how you are swimming & breathing? This will allow me to help you make small adjustments to help you pass the test. Thanks. -Coach Robb

[@CoachRobbBeams]

Please watch my recently added video on how to use a pull buoy. Please let me know if you have any questions about this video. -Coach Robb

[@CoachRobbBeams]

Though it is tougher, you can squeeze a kickboard in between your knees. Do you have access to a kickboard at the pool? -Coach Robb

[@michaelharper3049]

can I do this drill using a kickboard? thanks

[@CoachRobbBeams]

100% yes! Keep only on hand on the board and then rotate - you will have to slow the rotation down a bit but is a great drill. Extra benefit - it will stretch out your arm pits where your Lats insert into the back of the arm. Thanks for watching and leaving a comment!

[@michaelharper3049]

@@CoachRobbBeams No worries! I've started swimming again after 20 years and have issues with having my face in the water and breathing calmly. I can do the leg and arm movements at an ok level but my freestyle has always been head out of the water and sinking hips. I'm a fairly fit and long guy so hopefully will enjoy freestyle eventually :D thanks for the useful video

[@CoachRobbBeams]

@@michaelharper3049 If you want to send me a video of you swimming I would be happy to critique for you and give you direct feedback ([e-mail]). Happy to help!

[@michaelharper3049]

@@CoachRobbBeams that's a really kind offer! if I manage to get some footage I'll send it across, thank you

[@rafaelmorillo5700]

I'm been watching many video on youtube and by far you're the best coach I have ever encounter keep up your good work. YOU ARE THE BEST,

[@CoachRobbBeams]

Thank you for taking the time to watch and leave such kind comments. Please let me know if I can help in any way regarding your progress.

[@CoachRobbBeams]

I apologize - it was captured at a college pool. Thanks for watching.

[@ellaartemis9906]

Hi, at the moment I am really struggling with long distance swimming. I'm a runner so I know that the breathing patterns are different but my body also goes sort of diagonal instead of horizontal. Even 100m makes me tired! So please give me some advise so I won't get really tired really easily- THANKYOU

[@CoachRobbBeams]

Ella-thank you for your comment! Have you had a chance to watch my Swimming 101 series? If so, can you please have someone film you swimming so that I can help you specifically improve your swimming. Once you understand the basics of hydro-dynamics then it becomes more individualized: flexibility, strength, height, etc. Please feel free to re-post any comment here or email me directly. Please keep me posted.

[@hollytaggart6482]

Thanks Coach Robb, going to work on this side kick drill today, Since having a fairly severe spine injury I'm having some trouble getting my rotation back with freestyle. Maybe this will help. Or I may sink, always an option. Training for Swim for Alligator Lighthouse, so I have got to get the rotation back!

[@CoachRobbBeams]

Preeta-thank you for watching! I would suggest that you swim with a pull buoy to "teach" your body what it feels like to stay balanced and rotate to breathe. Another key component is timing your exhalation so that you are "ready" to breathe when you rotate to breathe. If you let your air out too fast, you will have a tendency to pick your head up to breathe - causing your hips to sink. Pls give these things a try and please post back. -Coach Robb

[@JustCatnip]

As someone who swam at competition levels for 13 years of my childhood (30 years ago, ugh) and has returned to swimming for health reasons, I've found your videos a refreshing course on reminders for great techniques and breaking bad habits I've picked up during fun swimming over the years. I have always had the "problem" of floating like a cork ..no, seriously..I can float on my back with my legs crossed at the ankle and my hands folded behind my head like I'm laying on the couch. That being said, I've gotten a heavy kick board to force myself to have to press it down harder into the water and recently I've added some Finis short fins, but I still find that my kick generates a ton of splash because my hips ride high and so do my feet. I feel like I'm not getting my legs the work they truly need, should I add ankle weights to my swims, to keep my feet a bit beneath the water and force the kick to work harder? I hope that all makes sense. Again, thanks for the videos ..even an old timer like me is enjoying a basics refresher!

[@ChikToxK003]

Wait, why are fins a problem?

[@CoachRobbBeams]

Ashley-how has your swimming been coming along for you? -Coach Robb

[@princemiles5019]

Coach Robb, I am a new swimmer, self taught. I struggle with breathing but I found a lot of nugs in your vids that I feel will solve my issue with that. Do you have any tips that might help with my kick it seems to be very weak/ineffective? How much power should come from the kick in relationship to the stroke? I come from a track background where arm and leg synchronization is a huge part of good mechanic. How important if at all is it in swimming?

[@SivaGopi]

Robb, I just started to learn swimming and while breathing sometime I swallow water. How to get rid of this.

[@CoachRobbBeams]

Are you struggling with running out of air or not able to get enough air in? -Coach Robb

[@Istgoogle]

Hey Coach Robb I am struggling with this problem. What happens that whenever i try side breathing lot of water too comes in mouth forcing me gasping for air inside the water forcing to take whole mouth out of water again (too soon). So if you have any solution to this problem then please post the that.

[@JungJingymay2010]

You are a few persons in the You-Tube giving instructions in details and making sense. Very clear. Thank you.

[@preets07]

A major issue with my rotation is that i don't rotate enough. Hence my head barely breaks the surface of the water and i am rushing to the recovery phase. I am convinced that the pull buoy will help me teach my body how to rotate. Also tried your side drills-it was disastrous. I could hardly balance my body; my legs kept sinking. I am almost losing hope :(. Everything else is so easy but breathing. Any thoughts on this?

[@preets07]

I followed your catch-up drill and i could see a lot of improvement in my swimming. I could get to the other end with less number of strokes and my swimming was very smooth. I am only swimming in the shallow end since i don't know how to breathe yet. I haven't tried the pull buoy, but tried holding on to the kickboard while trying to rotate to breathe. But that didn't help, my legs were sinking. I was doing better without it. (post continued below)

[@CanguyMTL]

Hi, I'm 31 and I just started learning how to swim this year. I can do the front crawl now but I find by the end of the pool I'm going to have a heart attack and I need to wait for at least a few minutes before I go back. Do you have any advice? I thought maybe I was taking in too much air or it was because I was exhaling everything when I put my head back in and then was just holding my breath, or because I was breathing every other stroke.

[@sunilnirwana6094]

Thanks for the concern Bob.My problems start as soon as I start exhaling.I loose count of when to breathe in and inhale water instead of air or return head to water without inhaling.During this inhaling exercise my legs stop kicking and droop down. Eventually the the whole rhythm of swimming fails and finally I have to give up and stop.This whole episode concludes within a distance of 15-20 meters. I have seen number of swim drill vedieos including yours but now my patience seem to be giving up

[@preets07]

Thanks Coach, I will try that. Another question, a lot of people say that you need to keep one eye below the water when breathing. But I am not seeing that in you video. You have both your eyes out of the water and i see a that you are lifting your head sideways. Whereas some people say that you just need to rotate not lift. What is the difference between both styles?

[@preets07]

Hi coach, I am a beginner in swimming (freestyle). I can swim with my face in the water. But when I rotate my head to breathe I am losing my balance and sinking. I can definitely see the my right arm Is sinking when I rotate to breathe to my left. How do I correct this?

[@jokatledda4329]

Hello Coach Robb! I am a below-knee amputee. I am very interested in pursuing swimming to enhance the muscles on my thigh/leg and to lose weight as per my prosthetist's advice. Do you have any tips on how I can make-up for my other leg when swimming? Thanks in advance.

[@drbun]

Dude, you're awesome! Question, what am I doing wrong when I rotate to the side for air water will get in my eat and I'll stop because of it. Using ear plug is great but in the real world I'm not going to carry my ear plug with me all the time.

[@h13h3]

My problem is that when i do on my right hand side, I keep sinking even when I am kicking and find hard to keep my head above the water. I did some drills to help me with this problem but still i am sinking.

[@anwozny]

So, so well! I've made immense progress in the time since I left this comment. SwimSwam.com actually asked me to blog for them.. definitely an interesting perspective on the sport from me. Thank you for checking in!

[@KingAlpaca]

I have to admit, This is the hardest drill I ever tried. 1. I always get a lot of water in my nose. 2. it's very hard for me to keep my legs up and my body vertical. Especially when i'm leading with my left hand.

[@gamblerock1]

thanks a lot, dude. I was having troubles about my balance wich affects my side kicks, but now all that i have to do its pushing my arm with the force of the chest down to the water

[@sunilnirwana6094]

Hi Bob.Thanks for the advise.I really dont know if I can find a buoy(like the one u use) but I will try to find one.In the mean time,any substitutes / improvised device for a buoy?

[@CoachRobbBeams]

Sounds like you are letting your air out too fast. Visualize a valve and tighten the valve slightly so that you are timing it so that when you rotate to breathe your mouth is breaking the water line. The faster you go, the faster you need to exhale. During your even tempo efforts, slow down your exhalation rate. Please give this a try and let me know how it works out for you. -Coach Robb

[@h13h3]

Great video. I tried the other day the breathing drill. I am very comfortable on one side but i struggle on the other. Can you maybe give some advice how to correct it?

[@justinbrooks7313]

I sink no matter what position, in the side drill... i push my armpit down... no luck.... tried 100 different ways...no dice... i know i gotta be doing something wrong ( im a sinker low BF, but your lean too) ...any other tips?

[@CoachRobbBeams]

Justin - thank you for watching and for your question! I would strongly suggest that you lay on a kickboard in a tall pencil position so you can "feel" your body "push and hold" the board in place. Once you are balanced, swim off the board trying to emulate the same "pushing down" that you were implementing with the board under your chest. I have a video in the hopper that I will be pushing out to KZbin soon, so please keep checking back. -Coach Robb

[@justinbrooks7313]

will try that today. thx

[@justinbrooks7313]

So, on my stomach ( with or without Kickboard) i can definetly "push the bouy/chest" and keep a great "pencil" shape...... however when i rotate, i sink quite a bit.....head is down on shoulder..etc. Once in a blue moon, i can feel my self closer to surface with shoulder out, but takes a few seconds between each rotate... its not as "Seemless" as i would hope do you think the tennis ball idea, may help, im wondering if my head is causing the issue... like i said, face down, palms out ( pencil) im VERY balanced and horizontal...rotation/side...not so much

[@justinbrooks7313]

rotation = skating

[@nealroy7039]

+Justin Brooks .. gv

[@mc2theblackops]

Hey Coach Rob, I feel as if I get the breathing right but it seems I get out of breathe like when you run I'm used to breathing In and out faster any tips?

[@Priya4Yoga]

our coach advised to ditch the nose clip......so here i was this morning without them ........still getting my breathing correct... thanks for encouraging words

[@Priya4Yoga]

hello coach rob i am new to swimming....i have sinus problem so i use a nose clip in d pool....again breathing is a major issue with me....pls guide

[@CoachRobbBeams]

Ashley-how did it go for you?

[@CoachRobbBeams]

I am excited that you are getting more comfortable in the water. Remember to point your toes to create more surface area with your feet. Please let me know if you have any question or need anything clarified. -Coach Robb

[@ThatChubbyDude]

This video helped me out a lot and really improved my technique manifold. Also, this is really tiring! I still need to develop kicking endurance in my legs, I feel like I kick them too fast in the water and I get tired out. I'm still trying to find the right pace.

[@CoachRobbBeams]

Tyrone-thank you for watching my video! Another tool that you can add to this drill is to put a kick-board out in front of you. The key is to press down (slightly to help keep your hips elevated) and then focus on kicking on your side. When you get to the end of the pool switch the arm out in front holding the board. Please keep me posted on your progress and if I can help in any way. -Coach Robb

[@akulapardahaga]

im 21 and started my swimming lesson recently. my coach taught me only to rotate your face to the side not the body but its impossible right.

[@CoachRobbBeams]

Jokat-thank you for your message! Please email me directly, I will provide you some strength exercises to achieve your goals along with some nutrition programs to help you drop some weight in a healthy manner (using real food that you can purchase at your local market). I look forward to speaking with you soon! -Coach Robb

[@CoachRobbBeams]

Unfortunately KZbin will not allow me link any videos here. Please go to my channel and look at the playlist for swimming - you will find them there. If you have any troubles, please email me directly and I will send you the specific hyperlinks via email. Thank you for watching! -Coach Robb

[@sunilnirwana6094]

Hi Bob. Lucky enough to get a pull buoy.Shall I start praticing with ur vedieos in the order- pencil drill,body balance and breathing?.

[@mistiflow]

Best practice/tip I found. It helps to get a relaxed breathing. Thanx!

[@CoachRobbBeams]

Thank you for watching! Please keep me posted on your progress in the water.

[@CoachRobbBeams]

The next time you go to the pool, literally watch your bubbles coming from your nose and mouth. If there are a bunch of bubbles, then you may be letting the bubbles out too fast. If there are little to no bubbles, then you are holding your breath. Tap back after your next swim session and let me know what you find and we will figure this out for you. Thank you for watching the video! -Coach Robb

[@samprokop]

thanks for the videos coach, the instructions are clear, concise and very well taught. I just wish there was not so much background noise like the music which I find annoying and taking away from what are otherwise great lessons taught by a very well spoken coach. Anyways, thanks a lot for putting these together, I continue to practice using these techniques.

[@CoachRobbBeams]

Sam-thank you for your comments, I agree the background noise is too much. Unfortunately, I shot this video a long time ago without my editing software that I now use. Thank you again for your feedback - please let me know if you have anything that I can breakdown for you. -Coach Robb

[@sunilnirwana6094]

Kick board is available.Let me try it out if I dont find a buoy.I will get back after I try one of these, Thanks for the advice.

[@CoachRobbBeams]

Taurn-thank you for the question! When you say you become tired, is this relevant to your muscles being fatigued or because your heart rate and breathing is out of control? Also, if possible, send me a video of yourself swimming. I can look at what is going on and provide you more precise feedback. Please tap back when you get a moment. Thank you! -Coach Robb

[@chafikghani3982]

Thanks Robb, you are making my life easier with breathing to the side business. Also ur video on body position is great. SIMPLY YOU ARE A GREAT PROFESSOR. ANYTHING ON NHOS TO KICK WITH UR FEET/LEGS. Thanks. Chafik

[@CoachRobbBeams]

Chafik-thank you for watching the video and kind words! I am not sure about your question, can you send it to me again? Thank you. -Coach Robb

[@preets07]

Please let me know if you have any trouble viewing my video.

[@CoachRobbBeams]

Thank you for your message-the key is to slowly exhale through your mouth and nose like a controlled valve. Many of us hold the air until we nearly pass out or become hypoxic. Please give this a try and let me know how it works out for you. -Coach Robb

[@CoachRobbBeams]

Thanks for your message! Please email me directly and I will provide you a strategy to burn that fat and build some muscle. -Coach Robb

[@CoachRobbBeams]

Thank you for your message! The problem was you "lifted" your legs versus letting the hydrodynamics work for you: press your chest and your legs come up automatically. To help relive your back pain, place a kickboard under your pelvis and swim, this will keep your hips elevated with little to no stress on your lower back. Please let me know if you have any questions or need anything clarified. -Coach Robb

[@CoachRobbBeams]

Garth-thank you for your comments! If you experience the "suffocation feeling", restrain how fast you are emptying your lungs. The key is to time your breathing with your need for air. If you are swimming hard, you need to prepare your lungs for more fresh air - the more volume you create in your lungs, the more fresh air you are able to inhale and utilize within your working muscles. Please keep me posted. -Coach Robb

[@CoachRobbBeams]

Leigh Ann-thank you for watching! KZbin won't allow me to put the links to the other two videos. I titled them as Swimming 101. Please let me know if you have any issues finding the videos. -Coach Robb

[@preets07]

Thanks Coach will try that. Should I be practising this in the deep end vs the shallow? Is there a difference?

[@CoachRobbBeams]

When you rotate to breathe on your right side, mentally focus on keeping our left arm out in front of you. Frequently, the "front" arm drops as we rush the pull through phase of your stroke. If your arm isn't out in front, you don't have anything to rotate and lay on which causes you to sink. Please give this a shot and let me know how it goes for you. -Coach Robb

[@CoachRobbBeams]

Great question! Yes, you want to time your exhalation so that you are "ready" to consume fresh air when you rotate to breathe. This is a frequent problem with swimming, if you are not taking in fresh air, you will begin to rush both the timing of your breath along with lifting your head to breathe (verses rotating). Please let me know if you have any questions. -Coach Robb

[@CoachRobbBeams]

Duda-I apologize for the delay getting back to you. Please email me and I will set you up with a weight loss & strength program. -Coach Robb