How to Breathe in Freestyle a Step by Step Guide

If you have trouble finding the rhythm of the breath in Freestyle, (Front Crawl) fret no more! In this video Lukas shows you a step by step guide on how to become comfortable with your breathing. These strategies are proven to work and only require a little practice before you find yourself knocking out laps in a pool as easy as you do going for a walk in the park. After all we kind of need to breathe!
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[@CC-gv6us]

I've been learning to freestyle the last 2 months and breathing has been the biggest challenge. The 2 keys I figured out that helped me most so far were: 1. Rotate your hips. Notice how his hips aren't facing flat downwards, they rotate back and forth. With hips rotated you don't have to turn your neck so hard to get a better breath. This reduced the number of times I sucked in water. 2. They aren't joking about exhaling. You have to exhale constantly. If you're a beginner you are uncomfortable in the water, your instinct will be to reserve oxygen in your lungs rather than be submerged with empty lungs even for a moment. Also, you feel like it is comfortable to hold your breath when you are starting because you think it's more enjoyable to go long distance before taking a breath. Here's the problem: your muscles (particularly legs) are generating tons of CO2 while working. It is constantly building up in your body. If you don't exhale it, your O2/CO2 levels will become imbalanced, and you reach a state of panic where you feel like you cannot breathe enough. Your desire to breathe is actually not controlled by a need for O2. It is triggered when you have too much CO2, this is subtle but it makes a huge difference. You aren't desperately gasping repeatedly because you want oxygen, it's because you aren't getting CO2 out. So resist the temptation to hold your breath and focus on constantly releasing the CO2 that your muscles are generating. This will enable you to go further and avoid the panic state

[@deepaksood3234]

Good points, just wanted to another observation that while turning your neck to breathe, the leading arm should be straight and stretched out with legs pointing backwards. Since while breathing and with neck out it would be the leading arm carrying the weight and keeping us afloat

[@CC-gv6us]

@@deepaksood3234 yes this is true and took me some time to figure out. I believe it is also why most people breathe to the same side as their dominant arm. Because the pull with the stronger arm gives you more time to rotate and hover on your weak arm while taking a breath. Particularly because most people choose which side they like to breathe while they are beginners and their strength is more likely to be one sided.

[@WinstonKnows]

Collin Clay Very well said! I have minor asthma and am working to increase my lung capacity. Your explanation is so good, I would think you’re a swim coach or a professional writer. Respect!

[@CC-gv6us]

@@WinstonKnows That's nice of you thanks. I'm just an engineer trying to teach myself to swim XD

[@millomweb]

@@CC-gv6us Useful stuff - breathing out underwater is something I've never done. Biggest problem for me now is getting to a pool since they filled in the one across the road !

[@annmariekowalski7505]

64 years old and taking beginner lessons. Your video's are a blessing.

[@siskatrainingsystems9542]

So glad you find them helpful!

[@annmariekowalski7505]

@Siska Training Systems My ultimate goal is to become a life guard. I will be dialed into your channel during my quest.

[@Fubnub]

I've been searching and searching and searching and a million people upload shitty videos for "amateurs" that require you to understand how to breath already. This is the first one that takes you step by step from 0 to actually beeing able to swim on your own. Then you can watch these other videos to improve your form maybe, but THIS video right here is what it's all about!

[@siskatrainingsystems9542]

Thanks for watching, appreciate the kind words

[@sandeepjadhav9044]

I am beginner. i think breathing is the most difficult part in swimming

[@theswimclub8582]

yes it is... breathe out all the air through your nose in freestyle swimming if you find it difficult try with the breastroke swimming technique since it is easier to master.... also you should not kick too much ... just 1 kick per opposite arm

[@privatenoneofyourbusiness5292]

I agree!

[@charlesvance738]

Freestyle breathing

[@sandeepjadhav9044]

@@charlesvance738 yes

[@jennifermendoza5041]

Sameee! It’s so hard to have a balance breathing and swimming

[@cyphen21]

I watched 20 different videos on how to learn the front crawl, and this was the video that finally did it for me. Each of the drills in progression made the difference, and I feel like i am making consistent progress now. Thank you.

[@siskatrainingsystems9542]

Thank you for the kind words.. Keep up the good work and please keep us updated with your progress.. Wish you all the best!

[@samirsivan8134]

Same here..bro...agree with you...

[@mrstarboy4k]

The out-of-breath desperate guy you showed in the beginning of the video is an exact epitome of my swimming. I am an adult very keen to learning swimming but end up like the guy in the video.

[@siskatrainingsystems9542]

Your not alone feeling that way, I've worked with many ppl new to the sport, whom after implementing these steps no longer felt that way. Don't give up, you can do it! Thanks for watching the video 🙏

[@mrstarboy4k]

I think I have problem with body movement because having done most of the things right about arms and legs, I am too slow. Can you tell whats exactly wrong if I could send you a video of me trying to swim.

[@siskatrainingsystems9542]

@@mrstarboy4k don't worry the speed will come, the 1st step is to get comfortable in the water so that you can train and build fitness. Have you watched my video on body position? Here is the link if not kzbin.info/www/bejne/r5m0pXSCnMeback I have a swim analysis service due to the many requests I get from ppl asking to to look at their strokes. Athletes send me their vids and I put them in a software where I analyze, edit the video with my commentary and send it back. My rate for this is 75$.. If you would like this service please email me at [e-mail] for more information. Thanks

[@HemeHaci]

@@siskatrainingsystems9542 lol the guy went silent as soon as you asked for money. it is not charity, teachers have to make a living as well..

[@chenyun87327]

Me too. I feel very tired

[@iamfemo]

am I the only one distracted by the 'how to breath!' sign on the wall? I kept on looking for the letter 'e'. lol great video. Thanks! can't wait to give this a try

[@LarsRyeJeppesen]

Yep cannot unsee

[@alexscott1257]

Wow his impersonation of how I feel after swimming across the pool was super accurate! Right down to the coughing and spluttering and the ripping off of the goggles!

[@msamson9300]

This is the best and well explained freestyle position and breathing techniques. Thank you. You're a great teacher! Today, I'm excited to practice all you've shown.

[@siskatrainingsystems9542]

Appreciate those kind words, stay with us , some more good content coming...let me know how you progress 💪

[@natandsarasgran]

This is the first time I’ve seen breathing technique broken down so minutely. Just what I needed. Starting pool Aug. Aim to try it. Thank you so much.

[@mehmetdtx]

Best swimming teacher on KZbin (so far I have seen) - A former school principal and teacher/principal evaluation director.

[@siskatrainingsystems9542]

That really means a lot ! Thanks so much

[@terciopelo20]

Best exercise was the fins with the kick board and the one arm stroke!! Had 2 instructors tell me about the head turn and how it should feel but I didn't get until I followed this exercise!! Thank you!

[@siskatrainingsystems9542]

Thanks so much for watching!

[@kathyferguson8151]

Thank you sooooo much! I’m 64 and started teaching myself last year to swim by different video swim instructors. I learned to float, back float, even freestyle moving my arms and feet but just couldn’t get turning my head side to side. I can even tread water. I hired a swim instructor but she didn’t get in the water with me and I’m hands on so why am I paying her when I can go back to KZbin. You break it down very plain and simple. I was trying to learn new steps too quickly, so I looked at your video and today I went to the pool and only did bobbing up and down taking a breath like you said. I did that for 30-40 min. Next I will move onto the wall like you said then the kickboard. I’m going to practice one thing until I am comfortable and not push and rush myself. Thank you again! You are an awesome instructor.

[@siskatrainingsystems9542]

@@kathyferguson8151 thanks for the kind words and way to get after it! Yes that's right , master one step before proceeding to the next . Keep up the great work , glad to have you with us

[@Realwid]

After watching lots of videos,its the only video that helped me. Thank u

[@siskatrainingsystems9542]

Thanks for watching, glad it helped!

[@lumelinnuke]

thank you so much for this 'actual' step-by-step guide to breathing in freestyle. I'm new to swimming and breathing has been a struggle. can't wait to try these drills next time i'm at the pool :)))

[@siskatrainingsystems9542]

My pleasure! Be patient with yourself and implement these drills and I'm confident you can find success in swimming...let me know how you progress 💪

[@lumelinnuke]

@@siskatrainingsystems9542 i went to the pool today. did your drills up to the one where i use the kickboard and practice rotating my head out for a breath - i am pleased to report that i've been able to swim the 25m entirely without stopping! i'll continue to do it until the movement comes naturally before moving onto the next drill. thank you so SO much! :) i'll be checking out your other videos as i move on to learning the next stroke

[@richardhowe2370]

Thanks for the video. You break things down into steps, making thing much simpler. Can't wait to try these steps.

[@RJ-zc5vt]

Was searching for a video specifically on the breathing aspect. This is the one. Fantastic video. Thanks bro.

[@dbel1759]

Probably the most helpful video I’ve come across on breathing while learning proper swimming technique.

[@sparkle551]

I am an adult going back to swimming after so many years. I have only been once so far and I really struggled with the breathing. I totally identified with your video of the "out of breath guy" at the beginning LOL!! I have searched KZbin for step by step "how to" videos to help me and this is by far the best one I have found!! Thank you so much, I will take your drills and work through them at my next visit. I'm feeling much more confident already!!

[@siskatrainingsystems9542]

Appreciate the kind words and thanks for watching!

[@mary-lynnseeleywarr5363]

I'm totally trying this tomorrow!! Feel like I am drowning when I try to breathe!

[@siskatrainingsystems9542]

you can do it!

[@theswimclub8582]

just blow all the air out through your nose whilst in the water and breathe every other stroke on your dominant side

[@amandajstar]

The beat of the music actually helps with understanding the rhythm of the movement. Thanks.

[@1mddowell]

Great video on the breathing steps. I'm using these techniques helping a beginner triathlete. Love the slow progression in drills so it's not so confusing to someone learning. This is working well. Thank you.

[@vougelhuynh129]

It's really helpful! I was struggled to breathe while doing freestyle but finally did it yesterday. Thank you so much!

[@alikemalcaylan6877]

For years I have struggle to swim, took many 101 lessons. No one told this very simple thing "breath out in water in order to breath in". I could do all kind of drills and all what so ever for very short lengths exhousted. This breathing is the most simple and logic issue in swiming why makes this video most valuable. Doing Bobs, bobs and bobs every time you enter the pool is the main key point. 🙏

[@exford1]

Thank you so much for this video, I am having a problem with breathing and turning my body, these steps will certainly help.

[@hannahmayo5757]

Last week i got really frustrated by practicing the freestyle that i cannot get the breathing method seems its too hard for me...thank you for this video this is really for me.

[@limeinapplejuice]

So far, I wish I could mark you as the best Video ever I have watched among all "Breath Techniques" related Videos in KZbin! Thank you very much! ❤🌹

[@dpompper3865]

100% agreed. THIS is the video that helped me do it and I've been swimming almost daily for a little over a year now. Thanks, Mr. Siska!

[@jameslee6997]

i searched for a lot of how to breath while swimming videos and by far this is the best step by step guide! thanks!

[@siskatrainingsystems9542]

Thank you !

[@authornatashafrazier4875]

I'm going to try this today. Thanks for the tips!

[@Letruthh]

I think this is the best breathing lecture iv seen thus far. Teaching from the basics. Thanks

[@siskatrainingsystems9542]

Thanks so much!

[@transcribe1522]

For quick reference: 1:15 Bobs (Demo at 1:40) 2:15 Frontcrawl Mimic (Demo at 2:45) 3:28 One-arm stroke with Kickboard (Demo at 4:08) 4:24 One-arm stroke without Kickboard (Demo at 4:35) 4:59 Two-arm stroke with Kickboard (Demo at 5:30) 5:49 Two-arm stroke without Kickboard (Demo at 6:15)

[@cynthiabarnave9556]

My trainer on day one told us to blow bubbles threw our nose to breathe it was so hard

[@tkenglander6226]

Thanks very much! I watched this once, but will have to watch a few more times. Helps to have the timestamps! 🙂

[@bluelightuniverse1076]

Excellent video man, thanks for all the hard work in putting it together. Appreciated.

[@siskatrainingsystems9542]

Thank you! Appreciate it

[@jacquelineharris408]

Thank you for the refresher. Its all coming back to me!

[@siskatrainingsystems9542]

My pleasure!

[@mahbubhossainshamol9362]

It was really realistic & helpful. Thanks!🤗

[@hpgoelz]

Thanks a lot for the Guide. Helped me get more structure in my learning progress to breathe. Also showed me, that there is light at the end of the Tunnel ;-)

[@Luvnkindness]

I have been watching swim videos for over a year and best video on breathing technique’s ever:) thank you:))

[@siskatrainingsystems9542]

Appreciate it! Thanks for watching!

[@Costa0651]

Of all the videos which I have seen about breathing while swimming, this is the best ;) Thanks a lot for your help.

[@siskatrainingsystems9542]

Really appreciate that! Let us know what other areas of swimming you need help on and we will make a video

[@junvill6089]

This is a nice tutorial. Thank you.

[@crowcreek9625]

You are have the best instructions for swimming. Thank you so much, one feels more comfortable using your techniques. Thanks big guy

[@siskatrainingsystems9542]

Glad to hear it, thanks for watching! If there are other areas in swimming you are struggling with let us know and we may make a video on the topic👍

[@devs0810]

Very well explained ... thanks a lot.

[@ebrartorun5126]

This man, is a saint.

[@siskatrainingsystems9542]

hahaha far from it, but I do try ;) Thanks for watching!

[@dpompper3865]

Can’t wait to try this. I think this may be what helps me do it. Wish me luck!

[@jphillips9464]

Breaking it down into baby steps and learning muscle memory. One thing that I noticed from watching your video, I was not exhaling completely. I would be out of breath by the time I made it to the other side, if I even made it that far. Can’t wait to try your technique. Thank you!

[@theswimclub8582]

just blow all the air out through your nose by doing a humm whilst in the water and breathe every other stroke on your dominant side... if you are having difficulty breathing try breaststroke it will help to sort out your breathing issue and once comfortable switch to freestyle

[@esahutske]

This is such a helpful video! Although I swim I am new to laps. Im glad I found this channel subbed 👍🏻

[@yuurishibuya4797]

I had a coach who taught me swimming for 2 months without teaching me how to breath. I will try this out this week.

[@theswimclub8582]

just blow all the air out through your nose whilst in the water and breathe every other stroke on your dominant side... if you are having difficulty breathing try breastroke it will help to sort out your breathing issue and once comfortable switch to freestyle

[@jakubbalog8610]

finally some good video. Well done!

[@Schr1987ama]

Just what I needed....everything broken down.

[@Kasi323]

Very helpful and step by step explanation.

[@klara3815]

This training method is definitely helpful. Thanks.😊😊😊

[@uncazzoverde]

Dude, thank you for those drills. Trying them out tomorrow

[@Anwelei]

Thank you for this video!! I am taking swimming lessons and after three weeks still no instruction on the breathing. Thankfully i found this vid! Will start these drills tomorrow. (Ps i enjoy the music and who the hells cares if you misspelled breathe? You’re giving FREE and amazing tips! Wahoo!!)

[@e.m.5499]

Great tutorial... That swimming w/one hand is gonna take some practice. Thanks!

[@atejaney8322]

This is the best video for beginner. I can learn from this instructor.

[@siskatrainingsystems9542]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Ry-rw9ye]

Thank you so much, i'm nervous for my first practice but this will be helpful!!

[@theswimclub8582]

just blow all the air out through your nose whilst in the water and breathe every other stroke on your dominant side... if you are having difficulty breathing try breastroke it will help to sort out your breathing issue and once comfortable switch to freestyle

[@crypto2frens]

Best guide I've seen on KZbin

[@siskatrainingsystems9542]

Thank you!

[@Trainwithseb]

This is exactly what i needed. I have seen several vids but not any outlining this many baby steps together. Thank you so much. I will let you know how it goes!

[@siskatrainingsystems9542]

glad to hear it , look forward to hearing your progress!

[@markalvin8972]

It was really helpful. Thanks.

[@emt.bensonkimani9945]

I like the way this guy train absolutely amazing

[@siskatrainingsystems9542]

Thanks so much!

[@gebreslassiegebruberhe4907]

I watch your video b/c of my problem related to freestyle breathing. I'll give you my feedback it works. Frankly speaking, I like the way you teach.

[@siskatrainingsystems9542]

Thank you really appreciate you !

[@SwimSisiSwim]

This is so great!! Thank you!

[@siskatrainingsystems9542]

Glad you like it, thank you!

[@RickMartinYouTube]

thanks for the tips ---will give your drills a try tomorrow

[@siskatrainingsystems9542]

Im confident they will help!

[@marinau4128]

This is my problem... I fell tired and I can't breath in a right way... I won't give up... I'm a beginner and I'm so happy to see my progress day by day...

[@SirfBhartiya]

Thanks for Sharing the practice of inhale, where I was stuck. I think, this time I will make it, the way you suggested to practice the inhale while staying & practicing for Hand movements & inhale coordination.

[@jbrunsj]

Defo gonna try this exercises!

[@03Karthikeyan]

Thank you! I am taking group lessons and I was struggling with the breathing. This is a very good explanation. Going to practice this today.

[@siskatrainingsystems9542]

Thanks for watching! Wish you all the best with your swimming

[@kirorupa]

Yeh that s definitely me.... I need to learn it

[@nouraisha1]

Styleeeee....n terima kasih, from MALAYSIA🤗😍

[@matthafer2415]

I swam 6 laps today at my 25 yard local pool. With some patience and these tips I made real progress in one session...my journey is beginning here. I'm a fairly competent cyclist and runner with my eyes on a 70.3 ironman next summer

[@siskatrainingsystems9542]

Great stuff! Keep at it

[@fahadzia5038]

Bro, just awesome. I was struggling. I will continue trying.

[@user-mh4wv2lu5h]

Yes u can do it

[@tahaashfaq8866]

I'm definitely gonna try this

[@divyamahajan2946]

Very helpful.. Thanks a lot

[@mirani6563]

Thank you so much

[@michellesweightlossjourney6599]

Oh I loved this! Thank you!

[@nacschoice]

Very important tips. Thanks.

[@lushankuruppu1653]

Thank you! Well explained bro👍

[@p.s.6303]

Hello !!! Your breathing techniques help mee a lot, excel from nose under water inhale from mouth out of water 💦 this allows mee to bee calm while swimming , now I can do more laps of 50 m in free style, Thanks 😊💐🎸

[@Masetla]

This has really assisted me a lot. Thanks Lukas 🎉

[@siskatrainingsystems9542]

I'm so glad! Anything else you have questions about?

[@normanleano6386]

Thanks for this swimming breathe lesson... very useful for me.

[@sharinegel7079]

Very good technique and I love it

[@Captain_Rishi]

Very helpful.

[@PintoAnto]

Great 👍🏻 ! Breathing guaranteed !!

[@fakhretaj]

Thank you so much. I am going to try this one, i hope it will help me to breathe properly and swim for longer than the way i do normally.

[@theswimclub8582]

just blow all the air out through your nose whilst in the water and breathe every other stroke on your dominant side... if you are having difficulty breathing try breastroke it will help to sort out your breathing issue and once comfortable switch to freestyle

[@abdelkaderbensebgag8692]

Thanks a lot for the Instructive video !!

[@siskatrainingsystems9542]

My pleasure!

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great tutorials!

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Good clip, tks

[@elmagnificent8550]

thanks !

[@fernie528]

Great vid

[@mhmdsaleh3502]

Thank you ... v clear

[@adelm5536]

finally i did it thanks coach . 😱

[@fjhaydn6047]

I was just getting my strokes down (and getting into top shape) when the community pool closed down. I haven't exercised since November. Your fit body both inspires and grieves me.

[@siskatrainingsystems9542]

hahaha thanks for watching the video, dont let a closed pool stop you, where there is a will there is a way! The first step to getting in shape is the hardest once you get into a routine its so rewarding. You can do it!

[@1houndgal]

Find a YMCA in your area that has a pool. I drive 23 mins each way to get in my workouts. I consider the commute time and cost worth it. Swimming has helped me to become fitter and more confident. Swimming lifts my spirits. So search for a place with a pool that has public swim hours. "Then just keep swimming, swimming, swimming" like Dory says.

[@siskatrainingsystems9542]

@@1houndgal right on

[@fjhaydn6047]

@@1houndgal THANKS. Although I doubt such facilities are available to me (I live a stone's throw from Venezuela)

[@michael028]

Love the steps, gonna jump on this tonight!

[@siskatrainingsystems9542]

You got this!

[@anirudhsinghshekhawat5581]

Awesome. Best

[@annahmilne2791]

Good Video!! Thank you, will try these tips out next time I'm in the pool :-)

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Great detailed video

[@siskatrainingsystems9542]

Glad you liked it!

[@merinarajkarnikar5946]

Thanks 😊

[@saeidehrahimzadeh6463]

good. thanks for training

[@siskatrainingsystems9542]

My pleasure! How's your progress?

[@sulochanaiyer2369]

Wonderful was struggling with side breathing I am sure this will help me thank you

[@siskatrainingsystems9542]

You're so welcome!

[@willfindjr]

bro, your video is so good. thanks for the guide

[@siskatrainingsystems9542]

Glad it helped

[@fashiongirlbrittany5844]

Awesome video and very informative, thank you! 🎉

[@siskatrainingsystems9542]

Glad it was helpful!