Mastering the Flip Turn: Technique & Distance for Freestyle Swimmers

QuestionI am intermediate in freestyle . I have good stroke and breathing .However, I dont know much about flip turn. I want to know the exact distance to

Swimming Breathing Techniques: Overcoming Breathlessness

Questionhi, i m 23 yrs old and its been a month i have started learning swimming. Earlier i had this hydrophobia but now i m able to recover it. i m perfec

Optimal Breathing Techniques for Swimming: Freestyle & Underwater

Questionhello sir, just want to know the proper breathing technique under water. during freestyle swimming, im confused whether i should slowly release air

Diving Workout Routine for Beginners: Strength & Conditioning

QuestionI am a 16 year old former dancer who now is interested in competitive diving. I have started with an Olympic caliber coach at a private club but I

Breaststroke Lunge Technique: Forward Lunging for Efficiency

QuestionHello Ron When lunging (recover) in modern breaststroke, do you a) just lunge forward or b) sort of dive downwards ie your hands will be quite be

Troubleshooting the Freestyle Turn: Hand Position & Technique

QuestionHi Kate As usual as I approach the wall I will put my hands at the side of my body. After I flip over in the freestyle turn, my hands tend to be

IM Back to Breast Turn: Understanding Techniques and Recommendations

QuestionHi I have noticed that in back to breast turn in IM there are few ways of turning, namely: 1. the flip turn, something like the freestyle turn 2.

Why Does Swimming Make You Hungry? Calorie Burn Explained

Questionhello sir/madam, how swimming makes us feel hungry? AnswerSwimming makes you hungry because you are burning calories while you swim and your body

Mastering the Freestyle Flip Turn: Hand Placement & Technique

QuestionDear George I could not ask a followup so I have to ask a new question. Recently I asked about freestyle flip turn. As I flip over you advised tha

Optimal Swim Training Frequency for Competitive Swimmers (Ages 12-17)

QuestionHi My son has joined a swim club, which is competitive in nature. I am confused regarding training frequency by the kids Some of the more talented

Swimming & Diving Programs for 14-Year-Olds in Northern CA

QuestionI have a 14 year old daughter interested in swimming and diving. She swam with the Campbell Wave 5 years ago for about a year.  We are in the

Overcoming Fear of Water & Starting a Swimming Routine

QuestionRon I keep hearing from friends how great swimming is for exercise, flexability, etc. My neighbour is a 60 year old Polish guy that looks great and

Backstroke Swimming & Shoulder Health: Injury Risk & Prevention

QuestionQUESTION: If I swim backstroke every day, will I develop shoulder injury or shoulder arthritis even if my position and movement are correct? Thank

Mastering Dolphin Kicks for Freestyle & Backstroke: A Comprehensive Guide

QuestionQUESTION: Hi. I really want to learn streamlined dolphin kicks (SDK) for the start of freestyle and backstroke. When I tried, my body would go to t

Mastering the Dolphin Kick for Freestyle & Backstroke: Expert Tips

QuestionHi, I need some really *effective* tips for learning streamlined dolphin kicks for the start of freestyle and backstroke. What is the key to get th

Swimming & Bloating: Why Are You Burping After Laps?

QuestionHello, Ron Usher I normally swim once or twice a week, completing 20 laps in freestyle swimming. However, after finishing my laps, I feel bloated

Optimal Breathing Techniques for Swimming Strokes

QuestionQUESTION: Dear Paul I would like to ask when swimming the 4 swimming strokes,do you breathe in with your mouth or nose or both? What about when yo

Shoulder Pain While Freestyle Swimming: Is It Normal?

QuestionHello, Ron Usher I normally swim 20 laps in an olympic swimming pool, 2 days a week. I also have a shoulder pain specially when I make a round mov

Why Swimming Performance Drops at Meets: Causes & Solutions

Questionmy daughter has been training hard all season and making good times during training. She however, is not performing at meets the times she swims in

Swimming Times for 13-Year-Olds: Are They Average?

QuestionQUESTION: Am I a slow swimmer for a 13 year old? I just turned 13 in November, here are my times: 100 Breast 1:22.90 100 Free 1:14.19 200 Breast 3