Why do swimmers breathe only through the mouth\nose?

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Why do swimmers breathe in only through the mouth and breathe out only through the nose ? Considering that breathing in and out through the nose and mouth much faster, effective, isn't it stupid? :)
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  • That's a good question. I'm just a mechanic, and not a musician, but here's my take: The nostrils have no valves so you can't inhale effectively near the surface. Ever notice true aquatic mammals all seem to have nose valves?
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  • That's a good question. I'm just a mechanic, and not a musician, but here's my take: The nostrils have no valves so you can't inhale effectively near the surface. Ever notice true aquatic mammals all seem to have nose valves?
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