I have a new swim student who learned a "version" of TI for his triathlons. He over rotates(turning almost on his back) when he breathes. I have worked with him on a couple of drills but they don't seem to be helping... I would love some suggestions for an effective drill that would help with this problem. He is committed to improving his swimming and I really want to help him improve.
CoachKathy
I would have him try a six-kick-switch drill (with fins if necessary to generate the necessary speed). Breath right before the switch and focus on as small a head turn as possible. Ideally, he should be breathing behind his head wake and only one eye should be out of the water. When his head is in the water and he's kicking on one side, his head and eyes should be facing straight down. Catch-up or fingertip drag drills, again, modified so the focus is on "one eye out" might also help.
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I would have him try a six-kick-switch drill (with fins if necessary to generate the necessary speed). Breath right before the switch and focus on as small a head turn as possible. Ideally, he should be breathing behind his head wake and only one eye should be out of the water. When his head is in the water and he's kicking on one side, his head and eyes should be facing straight down. Catch-up or fingertip drag drills, again, modified so the focus is on "one eye out" might also help.
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