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Andrii Khloptsov | Swim Coach on Instagram: "Even if you’ve got a strong stroke — you’ll still swim slow if your hand ends up under your stomach. This is what I call dead water. It’s where you lose pressure, lose control, and lose your speed. The problem is… your arm naturally wants to go there. It feels easier — there’s less resistance. But that’s exactly why it doesn’t work. ❌ Side-to-side movement ❌ No vertical forearm ❌ Water slips through your fingers ❌ You waste energy without real propulsion Here’s what to do instead: ✅ Start your catch slightly wider than your shoulder line ✅ Pull straight back — no inward sweep ✅ Keep your hand under your elbow, with a vertical forearm ✅ Find the right elbow bend that lets you hold water without overpowering The real goal is to contr
Andrii Khloptsov | Swim Coach on Instagram: "Even if you’ve got a strong stroke — you’ll still swim slow if your hand ends up under your stomach. This is what I call dead water. It’s where you lose pressure, lose control, and lose your speed. The problem is… your arm naturally wants to go there. It feels easier — there’s less resistance. But that’s exactly why it doesn’t work. ❌ Side-to-side movement ❌ No vertical forearm ❌ Water slips through your fingers ❌ You waste energy without real propulsion Here’s what to do instead: ✅ Start your catch slightly wider than your shoulder line ✅ Pull straight back — no inward sweep ✅ Keep your hand under your elbow, with a vertical forearm ✅ Find the right elbow bend that lets you hold water without overpowering The real goal is to contr
MySwimCo - Swim Coaching | Lessons | Consulting on Instagram: "Do you struggle with the breathing when swimming front-crawl? We have so many conversations here at MySwimCo about the basics of breathing over to the side. This demo by @ollyten_ shows a simplified way of breathing. One thing not mentioned here is: START ON THE WALL FIRST. Then implement the breathing while swimming. Alternate wall/swimming/wall/swimming. Get the feel of it! Follow @myswimco for all your swimming tips." Swimming Tips, Coaching, Swimming, Feelings
MySwimCo - Swim Coaching | Lessons | Consulting on Instagram: "Do you struggle with the breathing when swimming front-crawl? We have so many conversations here at MySwimCo about the basics of breathing over to the side. This demo by @ollyten_ shows a simplified way of breathing. One thing not mentioned here is: START ON THE WALL FIRST. Then implement the breathing while swimming. Alternate wall/swimming/wall/swimming. Get the feel of it! Follow @myswimco for all your swimming tips."
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Andrii Khloptsov | Swim Coach on Instagram: "If you keep lifting or turning your head by itself — you’re breaking your whole stroke. Here’s what happens: ❌ Water hits your mouth ❌ Legs sink ❌ Timing gets thrown off ❌ Your body position collapses Most triathletes don’t realize this — but your head should follow your shoulder rotation, not move independently. ✅ When it’s time to breathe, let your head roll *with* your body. ✅ Don’t lead with your face — follow your torso. ✅ This keeps your timing tight and your line smooth. Your head is not the boss — your body is. Fix this, and you’ll breathe easier, hold better position, and stop fighting the water every stroke. — If you want to fix your breathing, posture, and full stroke mechanics like a pro — Comment “TRAINING” and I’ll sh
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Techniques Swim and Triathlon Coaching on Instagram: "I have had quite a few comments on the reel I posted with this video that the captions were too big and in the way. I have replied to the comments explaining it’s my first attempt at this InstaTocking and don’t forget I’m 55 years old 😆 I might not be any good at this social media stuff BUT I am awesome at teaching people to swim properly and better 😉 Anyway, here is the video again with no music and no big captions in the way make sure to watch it to the end for the full technique tips, hopefully the old man has got it right this time 👌👌 Neil #fitness #fitnessmotivation #fitnessgoals #fitness #swimbikerun #training #swimtechniques #loveswim #triathlete #triathlonswim #swim #triathlon #swimtechnique #TriathlonSeason #swimteache
Andrii Khloptsov | Swim Coach on Instagram: "If you start your catch *while you’re still breathing* — you’re doing it wrong. Most triathletes pull with one arm *while* their head is still turned for air. Here’s what that does: ❌ You disconnect your catch from your rotation ❌ You only recruit the shoulder, not the full body ❌ You burn out faster and overload the joint ❌ You increase your chance of shoulder injury over time Here’s the fix: ✅ Breathe. ✅ Let your head start returning to neutral. ✅ Then start the catch. This lets you engage the chest, lats, and most importantly — your rotation. The result? A smoother, stronger stroke that feels easier *and* lasts longer. 💥 It’s just like throwing a punch. You don’t jab with just your arm — you twist your whole body for power. S Swim Coach, Shoulder Injuries, Head Start, Full Body, Swimming, Turn Ons, Let It Be
Andrii Khloptsov | Swim Coach on Instagram: "If you start your catch *while you’re still breathing* — you’re doing it wrong. Most triathletes pull with one arm *while* their head is still turned for air. Here’s what that does: ❌ You disconnect your catch from your rotation ❌ You only recruit the shoulder, not the full body ❌ You burn out faster and overload the joint ❌ You increase your chance of shoulder injury over time Here’s the fix: ✅ Breathe. ✅ Let your head start returning to neutral. ✅ Then start the catch. This lets you engage the chest, lats, and most importantly — your rotation. The result? A smoother, stronger stroke that feels easier *and* lasts longer. 💥 It’s just like throwing a punch. You don’t jab with just your arm — you twist your whole body for power. S
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Simone D’Agostino | swim coach on Instagram: "Stop swimming flat. Rotating your shoulders helps you extend fully for a better catch, recover with a smooth high elbow, and reduce drag by keeping your body aligned. It’s not just about looking good, it’s about swimming efficiently and fast. 👉 Save this post if you’re working on your freestyle and want to move through the water with less effort and more flow. Follow @coach.simoned #freestyleswimming #swimcoach #swimsmarter #swimmingtips #highelbowrecovery #swimfaster #efficientfreestyle"
Natasha Van Der Merwe on Instagram: "Key mistake to avoid, and I see this one with a lot of Good swimmers as well 👆 The most efficient freestyle stroke involves pulling straight back or slightly inward under your body—where your strongest muscles (lats, pecs, core) can engage. A wide catch moves your hand out of the power zone, so you’re not pushing as much water backward (which is what moves you forward)." Best Swimmer, Strong Muscles, Swimming, Water, Instagram
Natasha Van Der Merwe on Instagram: "Key mistake to avoid, and I see this one with a lot of Good swimmers as well 👆 The most efficient freestyle stroke involves pulling straight back or slightly inward under your body—where your strongest muscles (lats, pecs, core) can engage. A wide catch moves your hand out of the power zone, so you’re not pushing as much water backward (which is what moves you forward)."
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INSTRUKTOR PŁYWANIA / RUNNING & SWIMMING COACH on Instagram: "4 drills to help you swim easier and faster 🏊‍♀️💨 Perfect for all levels — try them and feel the difference! Stop just swimming — start training smart! 💪 Save this post so you don’t forget 🔁 #swimming #swimmingdrills #swimtechnique #swimtraining #training #warsaw #sport #swimmingcoach #triathlon"
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Andrii Khloptsov | Swim Coach on Instagram: "If you feel out of shape in the water — chances are it’s not your fitness. It’s your breathing technique. Here’s how to fix it: 1️⃣ Breathe every 2 strokes. Breathing every 3 might sound balanced, but it limits your oxygen and disrupts rhythm. Every 2 strokes gives your muscles a steady supply of oxygen and helps you stay relaxed, efficient, and in control — especially in longer swims. 2️⃣ Start exhaling as soon as your head turns back down. Don’t hold your breath between strokes. A light, continuous exhale through your nose keeps your breathing cycle smooth and prevents that breathless, panicked feeling from building up. Think about it this way — when you walk down the street, you don’t hold your breath between steps. You inhale and exhal
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Andrii Khloptsov | Swim Coach on Instagram: "If your catch feels easy — it’s not working. If it feels hard — you’re finally doing it right. Most triathletes never learn how to actually *grab* water. They slip through it. They “go through the motions.” And then wonder why they’re not getting faster — no matter how many laps they swim. Here’s the truth: 👉 If it suddenly feels harder to move your hand and forearm — that’s a good thing. It means you’re connecting. It means you’re catching *more* water. Here’s a 3-step routine I teach inside my program that’s helped hundreds of swimmers finally get it right: 1️⃣ Shoulder to cheek. When your arm enters the water, your shoulder should stay close to your face. This keeps your body tight and sets up your arm in the best position to cat
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Andrii Khloptsov | Swim Coach on Instagram: "Efficient swimming is all about creating as little drag as possible in the water. That’s why our main goal is to stay streamlined — and not let any part of the body break the line or stick out, especially the head or legs. Let’s talk about the two body parts that decide whether you stay high on the surface — or start sinking. First one is your head. Your head position controls your entire bodyline. If it’s wrong — you’ll instantly drop your hips and shoulders, and your stroke will fall apart. 👉 The key? Keep your head relaxed and stable — don’t move it at all except when you breathe. Ideally, you should be looking about 1 meter in front of you at the bottom of the pool, with the back of your head dry. If you look directly down, your he
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Guillermo Ramírez 🇪🇸 on Instagram: "🏊‍♂️ ¿Sabías que el rolido es clave para mejorar tu brazada de espalda? El rolido de tu cuerpo no solo mejora la fluidez de tu nado, sino que permite que el brazo entre en el agua con la profundidad adecuada. Esto ayuda a evitar turbulencias y garantiza un agarre eficiente. 💪 El agarre y tirón son fundamentales para impulsarte Cuando el brazo entra en el agua en fase de agarre, alcanza la profundidad necesaria. Luego, pasa a la fase de tirón con la flexión del codo a unos 90 grados, similar a la acción del crol. Esto activa una mayor cantidad de músculos para un empuje más potente. 🌊 Más músculos, más eficiencia en tu desplazamiento Al involucrar más músculos en la fase de empuje, logras una mayor eficiencia en cada brazada, lo que te permite desp
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Effortless Swimming on Instagram: "Work with me to improve your swimming technique (for faster times). Link in bio. #triathlete #swimfaster #swimmingtechnique"
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Wlad Veiga on Instagram: "Continuing our SHORT SWIM TIPS—quick and effective swim insights! Today, we break down the breaststroke pullout. It’s not just about power—reducing resistance is what keeps you fast. ✅ Tight streamline to minimize drag. ✅ Controlled glide before movement—rushing wastes energy. ✅ Efficient pull, sweeping wide and pulling back close to the body. ✅ Arm recovery stays tight, reducing drag. ✅ Well-timed kick to maximize propulsion. Master the details, swim faster! #ShortSwimTips #SwimFast #Breaststroke #EfficiencyMatters #swimtechnique"