Then breathing under water just wouldn’t be an issue. Unfortunately, you need to fill up your lungs with oxygen – water just doesn’t do the trick. Even when you are exercising on land, it can often feel difficult to catch your breath. Now that you are exercising in the water, you need to have the right technique. Mastering breathing can be one of your most challenging aspects to learning how to swim for exercise.
There are a few common problems that many people have when learning to breathe properly.
Gasping
Feeling like you are not getting enough air is a common problem, particularly when you are swimming freestyle. When first starting to swim, people often make the mistake of trying to take in air and breathe out at the same time as they come up from the water. There just isn’t time. You should always exhale though the nose when under water. Inhale air through the mouth as you roll to the side and bring your face out of the water. Count your strokes to find a comfortable breathing pattern and follow it so that you won’t run out of air. For example, roll to the side and breathe in on every third stroke when you start and on every second stroke when you are getting tired.
Sinking
When rolling over to take a breath, make sure your other arm in extended forward. You can use your hand and arm to push down in the water and bring the body up to avoid sinking as you roll to the side to breathe.
Don’t Drink the Water
As you increase your speed you might find yourself inhaling water. Not only is it an unpleasant feeling, but it also wrecks your rhythm. When learning and building stamina, make sure to take it slow and pay attention to your form. As we mentioned above, make sure to find a breathing pattern that is comfortable for you.
Swimming is a great addition to your workout routine. At BOOTCAMP 619, we emphasize a well-balanced regiment to ensure that our clients have the healthiest approach to their fitness.
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