Originally Posted by
j mazz
whats the "zero to 1650" plan?
I'm in the same boat (no pun intended) i can't breathe! I get more water in my lungs than air! I've been trying to hold my breath for 4 strokes, exhale in the water then -gasp- to the left. I try to slow down like the other guys in the pool but tend to sink.
cool, I get to recommend
Zero To 1650 again. Hey, I'll take credit for anything
As far as breathing goes, it just comes with practise. I'm a bilateral breather and the advantage is feeling comfortable either side. Additionally, if I get tired I just breathe one side for a while which gets me more air (breathe every two strokes rather than every three - 50% more breathing). If you really want to work on breathing technique without sinking, consider using a pool buoy to support your legs a bit.
Disclaimer: I'm no swim expert but I've been through a lot of what I'm reading.
