How to Master the Freestyle Flip Turn!

[@SWIMVICE]

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[@AlexadraXXOXX]

The best verbal and visual explanation! Thank you

[@SWIMVICE]

Glad it was helpful! 🙏🏼

[@almyers8074]

I had been struggling with the flip turn so much that I put it on the back burner. I was making both mistakes you point out here. Time to incorporate these tips and make it happen. Thank you Coach.

[@alikemalcaylan6877]

Dear Coach Mandy, in your demonstrations of correct flip turn you are doing a dolphin kick just before the head movement. Can you clarify this point. Regards.

[@SWIMVICE]

Thank you for your keen observation. You're absolutely right! In the demonstration, you'll notice a subtle movement akin to a dolphin kick just before the head movement. This is a natural occurrence that stems from the head's motion driving the momentum of the flip. It typically occurs when you're nearing the completion of the turn. This motion is a product of the fluidity and coordination involved in executing an effective flip turn. It helps to facilitate a seamless transition and maintain momentum throughout the turn. If you have any further questions or need additional clarification, please don't hesitate to ask. Your interest and engagement are greatly appreciated! Best regards, Coach Mandy 🏊‍♀️

[@alikemalcaylan6877]

Thank you. Kind regards.

[@kesho79]

Fan of your videos , your efforts make us learn so fast . you explain so well and know where exactly we are making mistakes . Absolutely the best trainer ever i have come across , watched hundreds of swimming videos but you are way far and better . A thank you from my heart .Keep it up .

[@SWIMVICE]

Thank you so much for your incredibly kind words! I'm truly touched by your appreciation and I'm thrilled to hear that my videos have been helpful for you. It's feedback like yours that keeps me motivated and passionate about what I do. I'm actually about to launch a new blog where I'll be sharing more insights on why my approach to swimming instruction resonates with many. I believe that understanding the intricacies of swimming, and being able to pinpoint where improvements can be made, is key to effective learning. I'm excited to share more in the upcoming blog! Again, thank you for your support and kind words. It means the world to me. Keep up the great work in your swimming journey, and feel free to reach out if you ever have any questions or need further guidance. I will make an announcement soon under the community tab of this channel or you can check here: linktr.ee/swimvice when I have it published (very soon! 😎) Happy swimming! Best, Coach Mandy

[@honoremorneau434]

. I'm loving the personalized coaching in this program. It's making a huge difference! 🌊👏

[@goblintown6053]

I'm so happy with the results after using these tips!

[@goblintown6053]

I've never seen such a comprehensive program before. It's like having a personal coach online! 📱🏊‍♂

[@missbeans]

Thank you for breaking this down so well! I used to swim laps for fun and fitness 20 years ago and have recently started up again. The flip turn is something I've always wanted to learn! I learned to swim as a kid, but flip turn, dolphin kick, and butterfly were not taught to us in those days.

[@goblintown6053]

Thanks to this program, my stamina has improved significantly. I'm swimming stronger than ever. 🏊‍♂🔥

[@kellymacy506]

Thank you, Coach Mandy!! I am practicing flip turns right now and getting so much from your video reminders!!

[@SWIMVICE]

You're welcome! Enjoy your practice Kelly!

[@pubgjackob6012]

I joined for the coaching, but the community turned out to be just as amazing. We motivate each other! 💪🌊

[@SirSidi]

Thank you so much. Bringing my knees to my chest is the mistake that i was making and I had no idea why I can not even get my head underwater to start the flip. Thanks a lot ❤

[@breathe2527]

Very informative!

[@tonyabbsmuscleworkout254]

Very good!

[@JohnFTodd]

Such a useful video!

[@lanzain7008]

Thank you for the tips

[@antonynjenga001]

Thank you great information

[@trillajenn]

I think I made all of the three mistakes!🤔😪 It seems that you lower both arms at the same time before you turn.. I always thought you leave one arme down and with the last stroke put the second arm down too before you turn. Maybe I try like you taking the arms down at the same time?

[@SpiritualityLife77]

Demo 2 & 3 really spot on my mistakes

[@SWIMVICE]

Thank you for your feedback! I'm glad to hear that you found the demonstrations helpful. It's important to remember that these mistakes are really common, so you're definitely not alone. I'm here to support your progress, so please keep me posted on how it goes when you try the tips mentioned in the third demo. And of course, if you have any questions along the way, feel free to reach out. Keep up the great work! 🏊‍♂️👍 Coach Mandy

[@benjaminteitelbaum1073]

Very helpful. What I will do is start with the existing drills out there, which do include tucking the hips ( and at the wrong time as you point out), and then incorporate your pointers to get rid of my mistakes. I will advise soon. The only time I ever did a correct flip turn was in a race ( my d=first ) that i didnt know i was going to be in, with five minutes notice so i didnt have time to think about it!

[@robohippy]

As for the 'pike' part of your flip turn, you go through maybe about 1/3 of the pike. Properly executed, the pike continues into the pike position you use in diving. You actually do this in your flip turn. You pike into the turn, then curl your legs to get over the top. When you open up, you are actually using your back muscles, similar to bending over and touching your toes, then straightening back up. That is all lower back muscles. The fold is mostly abs. Also, when your back is pretty much vertical, you are 'blocking' which translates to some thing like your back is a big drag surface, and properly done this slows you down and you can convert your forward momentum into rotational momentum. The 'whirly bird' use of arms is not efficient, agreed. However, look at underwater video of Caleb Dressel, Katie Ledecky, and any other elite swimmer, and they all do an arm pull, with the arm being used with the same arm bend you use in your pull. Olympian Stephanie Rice has a video that talks about this arm use. Most will pull through almost to the point of touching their shoulders, which is a bit too much arm pull as far as I am concerned. This does a LOT to accelerate your rotation. Your arms have to move from your sides to stream line position. If your arms are passive, then your rotational speed is slower than if you actually pull with your arms. The 'no arm pull' during your flip/tumble turn has not been taught in a long time.

[@SWIMVICE]

Thank you for sharing your perspective. It's clear we have different views on these techniques. I stand by the methods I've demonstrated, which have proven effective for many swimmers I've worked with, particularly those who are learning and commonly make these mistakes. It's great that there are various approaches in swimming, and what matters most is finding what works best for each individual. Regarding the 'pike' position, I want to clarify that mistake number two is commonly witnessed in beginners. It involves a locked-out pike, not a moment drive from the head. This is very different, and I explain this thoroughly in the video. I'm not an Olympic athlete, but I am proficient in the sport, as clearly shown. Given my extensive background in competitive swimming, I'm well-versed in the techniques involved in flips turns. I appreciate your input and value the diversity of perspectives in the swimming community. I'd like to highlight that my channel is not a soundboard for endless debates, but rather a resource aimed at helping those with questions on their swimming journey. If you feel confident in your understanding of these techniques, you might find other channels more aligned with your preferences. Thank you for being a part of our community! 🙏🏼Best, Coach Mandy

[@robohippy]

Well, in my years of swimming, I have never seen that 1/3 pike position from some one attempting a flip turn. If some one was having that much trouble with the rotation, I would take them to a gymnastics place and the teachers have a rounded thing that they can roll on to get the idea of a forward roll, which is what our flip turn actually is, rather than a flip. This may also help those who try to scrunch in from both ends. Teaching techniques and mechanics are constantly changing, and I would think that most of that is following how to make things easier to understand and how to make the learning process easier for most people. The bicep curl is how just about every one teaches flip turns now. It really does add to the rotational speed, which is why the Olympians use their arms. Endless discussions, I don't think so, but presenting different approaches helps all.

[@barbmorin224]

I am fortunate to be client of Coach Mandy’s. After avoiding flip turns completely due to a bad experience, I learned to flip properly in the water in 15 minutes. Her technique absolutely works. End of story

[@SWIMVICE]

@barbmorin224 thank you! 🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@robohippy]

My biggest gripe about all of the flip turn videos I have watched, is that they all will cover 3 or 4 points about flip turns, but there are far more steps in the flip turn than are ever covered in any video I have watched. No clue as to why. Best guess would be that coaches are concerned about the time limits of the video, and/or how much can the viewers absorb in one video. I didn't discover the trick about the small dolphin kick that is used tp help propel the fold/pike action until I was it mentioned on a triathlon channel. As for you Barb, could I have helped you with your flip turn? Of course. Would I have used the same methods as Mandy? Nope, I am different. As for no arms, well Mandy does use a small bicep curl/arm pull, probably more with her palms and forearm. There is only one coach, that I know of, who says no arm pulls in the flip turns, though this was an older idea, and no one teaches this way any more. The coach is Gary Hall Sr. who was a gold medalist at the Olympics. He states that it actually slowed his swimmers down by some thing like 0.1 seconds. We were chatting about it, and I sent an underwater clip of Caleb Dressel. Caleb absolutely uses the arm pull on his flip turns, as do all elite swimmers. This is how it is taught now days.

[@nehaarun615]

Thanks for highlighting the mistakes. I was making almost all 3 of them and missing on the important aspect of leading the flip turn with head. Hope it gets better soon.

[@alejandranovello3274]

From BUENOS AIRES. ARGENTINA 🇦🇷 Fantástic. Thank you 💖🙌

[@frankj.garcia1235]

You make look so easy. Thank you.

[@lukeatillo6954]

Thanks for sharing! ✨🙏💖😁✨

[@northsta]

SWIMVICE is a portmanteau of the words swimming and advice. Not "vice" as I thought since I learned the channel😂. It occurred to me when watching this video

[@user-xn2vr6es7l]

If i could do a flip turn my life would be complete, it's a big dream of mine but i can't do it 😞

[@ab_IaNbSH]

❤ Thanks

[@andys2856]

Nice

[@anjnasharma8008]

Dear Coach today I could do flip turn do to your video.Thanks alot. Kindly accept my gratitude 🙏

[@alfkh]

NB, i did not get someone 2 look at me performing the flip turn, its my own analysis of myself, so i probably even got the analysis wrong (heheh) i would say that my #1 problem is with part 3, using arms to pull thru. i probably do hv the other 2 problems as well, but bec i put the most strength into my arms, i don't notice that i'm doing the other 2 wrong.

[@SWIMVICE]

Thank you for sharing your insights! Self-analysis is a great way to identify areas for improvement. Focusing on the pull-through is important, but remember, the entire body's movement plays a crucial role. Let me clarify: while it's natural for the arms to pull to your sides before the flip, relying solely on your arms to control the entire flip can slow you down and waste more energy. Overall, the arms should feel light and relaxed, while your head position and core remain strong. This balance of tension and relaxation allows for efficient movement in the water. Keep practicing and you'll see progress. Feel free to reach out if you have any questions! Best, Coach Mandy

[@oscarcrispin1562]

Thanks Coach Mandy❤

[@madmaddy102]

So how do I prevent hip piking?

[@mikemanley4764]

How do I drive off the wall after the turn?

[@stevencattles3098]

I have trouble getting my feet on the wall to do the turn. I am always too early and I miss the wall completely.

[@A._J_.]

tried the flip turn today after watching your video. turn is ok but im not getting close enough to the wall yet. maybe next time i'm in the pool i'll strike paydirt.

[@donnabifano3465]

@@A._J_. I have developed a fear of the wall. I feel like I am doing a decent flip turn but almost never close enough to push off the wall.☹️ I try so hard, maybe I am too old to learn this, I am 67 but I don't want to regret not learning this!

[@ithirstyforknowledge]

Please help me my head would not flip

[@arweldavies2541]

Looks like the turn is also initiated with a dolphin kick.

[@KimHenderson-bj4oq]

I get anxiety because I feel as if I dont have enough air to complete the turn causing unnecessary movements