How to breathe when swimming freestyle [No more choking on water]

[@giulianacassataro2864]

Breathing properly is my biggest challenge while swimming and has made me almost give up on mastering freestyle swimming. This video was very clear and motivating --as well as funny🤣 Thank you 🥰

[@Swimtopian]

Glad you like it thanks

[@imransheikh74]

Very well said Ricky

[@Flipper86]

Have you tried a pull buoy? It helped me a great deal to coordinate stroke and breathe. They tend to keep your lower half a bit higher in the water, so you might drink the pool a couple of times as you build arm strength and coordination.

[@gregm55mullen62]

I saw a tip in another video and it seems very important. I tried it and it made so much sense and it’s this. Don’t try and exhale all your breadth in the water as this will exhaust you and you don’t do this in normal situations. Try it.. sit down and breath in normally and then force all your breath out. Do this a few times and you will realise how abnormal it is. It’s the same in the water.

[@Swimtopian]

Good point

[@judithelcano8590]

Sige po

[@judithelcano8590]

Sige po

[@DHFreaki]

Wouldn't that lead to a buildup of too much CO2 in the lungs though?

[@mahendradoshi6709]

It is required to exhale from nose and mouth or only nose

[@triciaantoine5711]

🤣🤣🤣 I’m that adult choking on the water. I’m definitely going to practice your technique. Thanks so much !

[@Swimtopian]

Let me know how it goes

[@Gaurav.P0]

How did it go ?

[@1100241540]

Same here. Will try to practice your technique

[@ankitdani.4977]

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[@Checkersss]

Me too LOL

[@ankajgarg8040]

I started swim learning at the age of 36. I learn floating, kicking and arm movement in 3 days. But I am struggling to take breath. I stand up in water after every 15 metre to take breath and then start again. Whenever I open my mouth for breath lot of water enter my mouth and nose. Now hopefully I will master breathing also. Thanks for making this video.

[@Swimtopian]

Let me know how it goes

[@Ami_2211]

Me too...same problem..

[@tramytran8061]

Same problem here. I can kick, float, but breathe in the water 😔

[@austincellar]

Try this: swim a length of the pool breast stroke, to get into the rhythm of the workout… then switch to front crawl. I’d never done breast stroke before but I tried this and it worked quite well.

[@whatsinaname571]

Have you improved now?

[@ajaySharma-gp3yn]

Thanks a lot for explaining so nicely It is really good God bless 💐💐💐💐💐

[@markusmanlius3804]

If you have panic or it is difficult for you to hold your breath for 2 or 3 strokes, it can be helpful for you to pratice a breathing pattern before starting to swim. Then when your head is underwater you just focus on your preset rhythm. It relaxes and assures you that you actually can hold your breath so much longer. Until winter 2021 I had major panic issues whenever I turned my head underwater and kept choking. This is what helped me the most to overcome my fear. Now I swim 3 times a week and it is really fun.

[@ICxrsedII]

ikr, i did the same and it worked, there were days in which i was annoyed by the times i had to go to swimming classes but now i enjoy them a lot ! i even go by myself in my free time.

[@shriyamukhopadhyay8882]

What breathing pattern to practice plsss say ? Today I got literally out of breath and I choked myself worst situation and my trainers were so cruel they told me "it is all drama" 😔

[@markusmanlius3804]

@@shriyamukhopadhyay8882 of your own choosing, just breathe like your meditating before you get into the water.

[@LionKimbro]

Thanks; I was writing about this problem just the other day! kzbin.info/www/bejne/gXK2dmSdfpyLgqc&lc=UgwWgNVGpYM64H9903N4AaABAg

[@axelfoleyt]

Can you suggest a pattern in strokes or second?

[@LRyan-li9wr]

Beginner here, learning to breathe....This is THE BEST video I have watched so far!!! It is easy to understand, simple, quick to the point, easy to remember!!! Thank you so much!

[@gauravchopra9116]

I second that!

[@jamroyes]

😂😂😂😂😂 choking took me out

[@luvncrunch]

I just started swimming laps again, it’s been about 4-5 years! I had the hardest time breathing, no structure, blowing air out through my mouth and the gasping for air when I turned my head to the side…I totally forgot how to breathe correctly! Thank goodness for your video, I’m going swimming tomorrow, now I remember my training as a kid. Whew!

[@Swimtopian]

Glad to hear that

[@ramyg5037]

2:01 - Also, if you breathe in water through your nose, it will land in your lungs directly....and that isn't good

[@Swimtopian]

That's why I emphasized on breathe in with your mouth

[@Falsfa-BL-Adab]

More explanation please

[@stopsubcribingtomychannel]

I can literally swim but I just can't turn my head to the side and breath. I end up choking everytime...I was so traumatised 😭

[@Swimtopian]

Hope this helps then

[@billgreenidge6740]

Forget this front crawl stroke. Jus lean back, look up, and kick while on your back. You are able to breath normally the entire time.

[@goitsemodimotlhoaele7381]

Can I use the same breathing technique for breaststroke ?

[@deanblair8888]

Joseph, I love your humor! It really helps me to remember what you are teaching. I am a motorcycle and bicycle instructor and that works there as well. My freestyle technique is improving but I'm struggling with breathing in that I feel like I won't get that next breath so I feel a panic. I can snorkel all day with no issues but sustained breathing for multiple laps is not good. I am an avid cyclist so my cardio is good.

[@ChrissiBun]

I don't even know why I'm binge watching swimming guides, I learned as a kid and can swim perfectly fine. I guess I'm intrigued what makes swimming so difficult for some people. But the Peppa Pig tho..I was almost dying of laugher. I was drinking water and had to laugh so much that I ended up gulping water just like in the video. 😂

[@Swimtopian]

Haha....i am glad you enjoy it. Thank you

[@morganwaede1092]

@Chrissy Bun Oh man….the fear of drowning is so real. It took me a few tries to trust that I would float! And now I’m trying to master breathing.

[@Swimtopian]

@@morganwaede1092 Great to hear that you have improved. Keep trying and stay safe!

[@stephblenheim4283]

I'm the choking person I couldn't stop laughing 😂😂😂 it's very difficult to turn your head and breathe

[@chusett]

I understand the head staying in water thing and just turning it. But for me, if I dont take my head as much out the water as I can I end up taking in water and semi choking each time i breath/inhale.

[@Swimtopian]

Well you can practice over turn for now. When you are more comfortable then turn less until a point when you turn a goggle is in the water

[@krishnaSagar69]

Breathing is the second most important thing in swimming. The first thing is not panicking. Lol

[@burzum7555]

Swimming is same as learning how to drive. No matter how many lessons you take it will just not work out and suddenly one day "BAAM", things will start working out for ya. The more you get in water the more you learn. That's it.

[@Swimtopian]

Well said

[@lebo3027]

Very true

[@swimnagiyogi]

Great demonstration for a beginner and intermediate and even a regular swimmer for improving or correcting stroke and style. Simply.superb sir

[@Swimtopian]

Glad that you like it

[@TreMcKeeJapanTrePreneur]

Thanks @Swimtopia! I've been swimming my whole life, but the nuances of the breathing technique you explained help. BTW, wherever you are is BEAUTIFUL!

[@Swimtopian]

Thanks Tre. I am based in Malaysia. Almost same time zone as Japan

[@stevethea5250]

the bitrate is grainy . maybe

[@debbieklose8776]

Omg 😂😂😂 this is so me trying to breath while trying freestyle. Ok I’m watching this one to see what he has to say 😊

[@aili9901]

I always swim with my hand above the water or under the water cuz I’m terrified to try to breathe like that 😂 I’m gonna try to overcome my fear using your tips!

[@hansiesma16]

You posted this 11 months ago. Did you do it?

[@33Jenesis]

I still can’t breathe doing free style (using swim snorkel). I made all the wrong moves trying to breathe without snorkel. I am going to practice the right moves from now in the shallow end as part of the drills.

[@iskiiwizz536]

The quality is garbage but the content is great

[@RRT41]

Hi joe i am beginner ...i have spend 4 days still struggling to take breath while swimming. Today watched your video and definitely going to apply your trick from tomorrow onwards.

[@Swimtopian]

Please let me know how it goes

[@elaineloader43]

Thank you very helpful video. I laughed as I am the person that chokes!😂 I breath out through my nose but always seem to choke when breathing in and entering back into water. Any tips?🤔

[@Swimtopian]

Make sure when you breathe in you are using your mouth instead of your nose. That should help

[@Swimtopian]

Make sure when you breathe in you are using your mouth instead of your nose. That should help

[@denisateodoracalin4865]

Thank you so much, this is so clear and useful! I saw the most complicated and poorly explained examples before I found your channel. This is perfect

[@Swimtopian]

Glad that you found it useful. Tq

[@rahulsaroha1128]

KZbinr: Great breeding technique! Me: hell yeah! Let's breed😁

[@Swimtopian]

Hahaha....

[@uditshakya7305]

excellent camera quality

[@steviem6476]

Thanks for the tip. This surely helps when dealing with waves in open water. You are correct on the rotation of the body to help breathe better. Practise and good form helps tremendously.

[@Swimtopian]

Yes thanks for watching the video

[@samuraimina2345]

hello, why we need to breathe out in the water? if we breathe out in the water, it doesn’t make us sink?

[@Swimtopian]

You need to breathe out in the water so when you turn your head you only breathe in with your mouth. The less time it takes for you to turn your head to breathe the better your body is streamlined

[@RamkrishanYT]

6:13 the subtitles 🤣

[@MyawMyaw01]

Thank you for the tips! Btw, the subtitle's crazy at 6:09 😂 *so these are the basic technique I've shown you to improve BREEDING when swimming freestyle*

[@Swimtopian]

Hahahaha 🤣

[@s.7948]

Thank you iv been learning to swim at 42 and finally can but need practice with breathing thank you once again. I'm really enjoying myself don't know why od didn't do it sooner. Will re watch this because it will be helpful.

[@Swimtopian]

Glad that it helps.

[@alwynpereira7363]

Thank you for the helpful video. After turning to breath, do you close your mouth before entering the water? I am a beginner and am having trouble taking in water in my mouth while breathing in and turning back. I have seen some videos of swimmers not closing they mouth while turning their head back in the water, and it seems quite natural to them, but not for me :(

[@Swimtopian]

Practice open your mouth in the water. You will be surprised the water doesn't get into your mouth as there is air inside your mouth that prevents it. So when I turn I will open my mouth and when I put my head back into the water I can either open or close my mouth. Doesn't affect me. You can try practice that

[@alwynpereira7363]

@@Swimtopian I actually practiced that this morning, and had a similar experience and I realized that I struggle probably when I'm taking a breath in, and a part of my mouth is still in the water (and I end up taking some water along with the air as well). Thank you for sharing that valuable insight as well telling me about your exact personal experience.

[@dadaebiko8332]

@Alywn Pereira Practise like how instructor Joe does in the video (standing in shallow water, and pratise the hand, turning of head, and breathing first)

[@mariuszmarcol1058]

What I do is breath out the remaining air with my mouth as it exits the water, and when you feel that the breath is coming out freely that means your mouth is out of the water, and also you will get our any water that got into your mouth.

[@omorganstudios]

Great swimwear...I prefer swim shorts over Speedos... feels too much like swimming in your underwear...😊 May get me a swimshirt like you have... thumbs up for swimshorts👍

[@derfer007]

I have 1:10:00 to swim 1.2 miles next July. Thank you for the tips! 🤟

[@Rebelo....]

Good stuff im starting to swim now and im choking a lot lol. Will keep that shoulder pointing to the sky tip on my mind!

[@chefrotiviral9484]

Hi coach. Can call me chef miza. Im a beginner here. Tq for your info n teach me.i do swim everyday utk mengelakkan keadaan stress setiap hari.

[@farhadtarapore]

No matter what i do i can never get my head out like that. Whenever i try to breathe, i just end up with gulps of water in my mouth and nose 😂 And this after learning from coaches for over 3 years.

[@Gaurav.P0]

Still same problem?

[@farhadtarapore]

@@Gaurav.P0 yes. Gave up on trying to swim long back 😜

[@Gaurav.P0]

@@farhadtarapore I Am also facing same problem. Why it is so hard to side breath? Didn't your coaches give advice to you ??

[@ainsleyharriott2209]

I think people with a big nose can swim easier. My nostrils are small compared to the mouth and I think it causes problems. I’m giving up on swimming also. Many people at the pool are also unfriendly and have a narcissist attitude to beginners.

[@Gaurav.P0]

@@ainsleyharriott2209 Breathing doesn't has to do with big nose or small nose. You just need practice to develop reflexes. And don't give up swimming. It is a life saving skills. You can practice by yourself by learning through KZbin videos or you can also join another swimming classes.

[@artsyhyd]

Today me and my coach found out that I’m a natural freestyle swimmer! 🤗 I was struggling learning frog style supposedly the easiest one, so my coach let me try freestyle, and I did it just in one try! 😁🥳 My coach was literally shocked! Now we just need to perfect the technique 😊 Me and my coach believe we are all natural swimmer, at least in one style, so keep trying! 👏

[@Swimtopian]

Well done

[@D.Appeltofft]

After all, we've all won one swimming competition...

[@spants1058]

Honestly, these very basic instructions were all I needed! Thanks so much :)

[@randomvideos9541]

wtf is wrong with caption.... So these are the basic techniques I have shown you how to improve breeding when swimming freestyle 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@robohippy]

Since I breathe on every other stroke, I swim one length of the pool breathing on one side, and the next length breathing on the other side. I can't make it more than 100 yards breathing every 3rd arm stroke.

[@Swimtopian]

That's good practice too as you are turning your head evenly on both sides...less chance of getting a sore neck

[@4-SeasonNature]

1. Breathe in with mouth and breath out wjth nose. 2. Turn to side and do not lift head when breathing. 3. Turn head, don't loft head when breathing. One ear and one eye (goggle) in water. 4. Look to the side, not sky when breathing. Don't overturn your body.

[@Swimtopian]

Such a good student you are

[@HICHAMHICHEM-h4v]

دور وجهك غي الثم....باش تخون الهواء...... موالفة ليقلها

[@rollinOnCode]

"your 2 nostrils is much smaller than your mouth." but what if my nostrils are bigger than my mouth?

[@Swimtopian]

Is that even possible?

[@majidalig]

Then you can exhale from your mouth and breathe through your nostrils. 😄

[@lauranbrown249]

Great tips and hilarious! You were describing me in many of those common mistakes and I couldn't help but to laugh. So when I am able to get the proper technique down in breathing, is it normal to still take in some water when coming up for air through the mouth?

[@hasanhasanudin9179]

Same like me..i do that mistake...this is goog tips to swim much better

[@Swimtopian]

Yes in some ways as a beginner you would probably have some water in the mouth as you open to breathe in air. Kinda hard to explain but the more you practice the less water you ingest and more air you breathe in.

[@travelimpression6802]

How to breath easy

[@aneesaidrees2532]

That adult choking on the water and the sad Peppa pig is so me. 😩😩 by the time I’m done swimming I’ve got a stomach full of water instead of lungs full of air😢

[@Swimtopian]

Haha....pls practice more. You will improve definitely

[@leadsolo2751]

Sub'd & Liked - U are like having a Personal Instructor right beside us 😅🙏🏽

[@elsieking1493]

Today we tried this breathing technique and I think I swallowed half the swimming pool water. 😂😂

[@Swimtopian]

Try to turn your head more when you about to take a breath. Once you are more comfortable at it try to turn less

[@HY-cc7mc]

Best swimming video I've ever seen. So accurate and helpful! Thank you!

[@Swimtopian]

Thanks

[@kaitlynrosa1572]

This was super helpful! Thank you so much!😊

[@guitartrailsofshaibal]

Thankyou this is very helpful. Will try. Can you please advise as to how to float on our backthat is face upwards pl

[@Swimtopian]

Hi, I have made a video on that. Pls watch that video thanks

[@missb1919]

My first pool experience was terrible OMG🤣🤣 I almost gave up, still trying to master the breathing I hope this helps thank you 😅

[@Swimtopian]

Keep me posted thanks

[@SpiritualityLife77]

I'm 45 and I just started my swimming lesson this week😀

[@Swimtopian]

Congrats

[@ivobaren1]

can you please show the arms action in another video. i learnt it self wrong only with stretched arms

[@DurgaPrasad-qg7nd]

The imitation in the beginning that’s literally me😂😂

[@haroldfrancis.rockybrother7322]

So simply taught us brother. Thank you.

[@JustAnamValentina]

Loved the video! Thank you from Italy 😊

[@musclemoves]

Enjoyed the video, very much helpful, Thank you🙏 👍

[@YyyPppTtt]

Thanks. I only turn my head on 1 side when doing freestyles, didn’t notice the bad effect of it . I should learn to turn my head on other side now…

[@Swimtopian]

Yes, it's good for sighting too

[@williamhelmer8631]

No shame in using a snorkel and mask. But will also try this :-)

[@TabbysWorld]

I have zero based knowledge in swimming. I took a swimming lesson this month of June 2023, 4 sessions of basic swimming, 1hr & 30mins every session. I just finished 4 sessions and am still not able to swim freestyle, I'm sinking and not able to coordinate my arm pulling and kicking.. I drink a lot of water from the pool. I hope this video will help me.

[@Swimtopian]

Keep me posted on your progress pls

[@dkmytv]

Done, hoping that i can learn how to swim bec,of your videos

[@Swimtopian]

Hope it helps

[@lunaleslie5193]

I learned how to swim using a snorkel. And I have been so scared to try without. But your video has given me the desire to try and to overcome the fear!

[@Swimtopian]

Great to know

[@dyshrunksvideos9661]

Ur not alone, same case with me.

[@susmitdey9172]

Taking my super active 4 yr old for swimming lessons for over 1 yr and he is not making much progress partly because he doesn’t listen to the instructions properly. Any suggestions? Should we wait for him to be mature enough to take instructions or any particular drill that I can make him do..

[@Swimtopian]

In my academy we are teaching quite a number of 4yo kids and most of them are able to listen to instructions properly. I think it depends on the instructors a lot. At this age the instructor needs to do more play based learning type of lessons. Maybe a change of the instructor to see if any progress might happen? If not maybe the kid is not really yet....wait for another year or 2

[@stephanies3862]

Yep. The choking on water when turning my head to the side is me exactly 😔

[@Swimtopian]

Haha....with practice you will find breathing much easier

[@chrisbergonzi7977]

Great stuff...thanks...

[@gracerawson2393]

Anatomically speaking nose is directly connecting to your lungs but your mouth is directly connecting to your stomach...?

[@Swimtopian]

Usually my mouth is directly connected to fooooood 😂😂

[@mome12accer51]

Ho detto che non sto andando bene con la respirazione e non sto progredendo affatto con il nuoto... a causa della mancanza di respiro GraZie

[@caseylee8528]

Better to see professional coach channel. Not amateur who cannot control even own body. Anybody can teach beginner swimmers like this guy. But they will learn wrong technique and spend time & effort.

[@Swimtopian]

Well, don't have to watch if you don't find it useful

[@Froggy-jn9mu]

Don't worry about breathing both sides. Just learn to relax, have a relaxing cadence, and breathe fully. The rest will come later in what's important in the type of swimming you are trying to achieve. Learn to do swimming drills is the most important part of swimming. Don't just look at the line for an hour and practice a bad technique over and over again.

[@lukasukhita]

I started swimming one month ago! and my biggest problem yet is breathing, i sound like minecraaft zombie when i try to breathe in when i rotate but i somehow just cant which just ends in making me choke, these tips are defenitely helpful thanks!

[@Swimtopian]

Glad it helps

[@swetaagarwal925]

Hey.. I’m struggling in breathing too. When I try water gets in my mouth and ears.. I get my head out but cannot open my mouth to breath as there is too much water which I fear will go in my mouth.. please suggest

[@Swimtopian]

You have to get used to water in your mouth. Try practice that by opening your mouth in the water and feel comfortable with it

[@dadaebiko8332]

Entertaining and informative, thanks for the video, instructor Joe. Have just subscribed.

[@Swimtopian]

Tq!!

[@Poodrdt]

Somehow I am able to do all of that mistakes combined

[@rabinbajracharya6760]

I m begineer n my height is 5'5. How deep swimming pool should i practice? When i swim or move my arm my whole body is not moving? Any suggestion

[@Swimtopian]

Any pool at your shoulder height or shallower is safe enough

[@ethicseo]

Jesus can change yr life

[@dadaebiko8332]

Hahaha, over turn. And capsize

[@Silagane]

This is so difficult. My lung capacity is getting crazy cause I just don't take a breath until I really have to hahaha

[@Swimtopian]

Not a good practice. You should regulate your breathing when swimming

[@Silagane]

@@Swimtopian I'm working on it hahah, currently I have not figured out how to kick, move arms and lift my head to breathe (and not inhale water) at the same time 😂

[@boomer.remover3844]

VERY NICE VIDEO. It could be better if you invest in a micro because sometimes the wind make your voice fade away.

[@Swimtopian]

Thanks. Would the microphone be water proof?

[@thomo1162]

Hi Joe, when you turn your head to the side are you suppose to rotate your body a little or just turn head? when I am going along looking down all is easy but when i try to turn my head i get a feeling of topping over?? Salamat po

[@Swimtopian]

Hi, yes you are supposed to rotate your body a little to facilitate the turning of the head. Hope it helps

[@5618neelam]

Whenever i try to breathe like this I'll have a sudden pain in the nose and back of my head. I dont know what is it but because of it im not able to swim properly Can u please give out some pointers

[@Swimtopian]

Most probably the water gets into your nose when you breathe that's probably causing the headache too. Try using a nose clip and see if it helps

[@panmad6156]

I've just realised that I am not closing my mouth just before I surface for air. No wonder I've been gulping water..😂😂 Nobody mentioned that.

[@DEANEQUAL]

Love this, im gonna join Triathlon sooner, pray for me😅

[@Swimtopian]

All the best

[@BarrierBreaker]

I learned how to swim when I was younger in camp I was thrown in and learned how to float and recently I’ve been trying to re learn that so I can start swimming again the process is a bit hard for me though

[@Swimtopian]

Keep trying don't give up. Let me know your progress

[@rosedavis333]

Great channel, but to much clowning

[@kalimnawaz7332]

Regarding the first tip I see you mentioned to breathe out with your nose, but I see in a lot of other YT videos trainer mentioned to breathe out with mouth. Which one is correct?

[@Swimtopian]

You can try both.... whichever easier and smoother for you than use that. For me I am more at ease when breathing out with nose when I am swimming leisurely

[@robingoodwin8595]

This was awesome info, can’t wait to try it! Thanks for sharing!

[@BhavanaGiri]

The music and background noise is very overpowering.. can't hear what you are saying properly

[@Swimtopian]

Thanks for your feedback

[@aringohannah]

I learned something from this video thank you for sharing. I will try to do this next time😊

[@abdulkaderjailania9098]

I have doubt.. Why can't we breath in and out above the water by keeping head outside while swimming...

[@Swimtopian]

We need to keep our body as streamlined as possible when we swim. Lifting or turning our heads to breathe is not though it's necessary. Thus we need to keep it to the minimum. Breathing out in the water while we swim and turning our head to breathe in only helps

[@emaheiwa8174]

One of the best videos on swimming tips on YT ❤

[@Swimtopian]

Thanks for your kind words

[@terryroberts5309]

When I breathe out through my nose my throat blocks and kinda shuts off sometimes when am on my back ill start choking 😔

[@Swimtopian]

Pls get a coach to guide you

[@gigi19994]

This is the only issue I have with this swimming technique, I can‘t breathe properly. It feels like I have water in my nose because I tried to breathe out and also kn only through my nose not my mouth. I‘m gonna try this!

[@shivangsharma2562]

When our face enters in water should we start exhaling at the very moment or should we hold the breath for few seconds and then start exhaling.

[@Swimtopian]

Good question, I like to hold for 1 or 2 sec before exhaling. Maybe I time it in such a way that by the time I turn my head I will start to breathe in immediately

[@julielepage1315]

I have really improved with the breathing No more coughing and swallowing loads of water anymore 😊

[@Swimtopian]

Nice to hear that

[@TazBo-wd2ig]

When I put my head back in the water after taking a breath my nose always seems to get rid of the air within less than a stroke. Hard to pace it out.

[@Swimtopian]

Don't really understand. If you are lack of air capacity in your lungs then that's a matter of practice