Swimmers and the Choking Reflex

RE: Swimmers and the Choking Reflex

Former Member — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 16:14:28 GMT

also, have you noticed that when you do get that "bit of sucking water" .... right after you recover from the scare you feel like you are swimming w/ more power and authority? ...must be that adrenal gland release :)

RE: Swimmers and the Choking Reflex

Former Member — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 14:29:48 GMT

One good way I've found that eliminates the probability of "inhaling" a sudden wave in freestyle is that I have always inhaled with my mouth in the trough created by my forward motion. Even at modest speeds, this motion will create enough of a trough that your mouth can be below the water level but in an air-pocket. The body roll is enough that no further twisting of the neck or head is necessary.

RE: Swimmers and the Choking Reflex

Former Member — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 10:00:25 GMT

I've found that for me, the "breathing water" issue happens more when I swim backstroke and get water up my nose. Pretty interesting observation though.:banana: Ditto. I've found I can drink amazing amounts of water through my nose.:shakeshead: Its the burning behind my eyes I hate.:frustrated:

RE: Swimmers and the Choking Reflex

funkyfish — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 04:15:05 GMT

I've found that for me, the "breathing water" issue happens more when I swim backstroke and get water up my nose. Pretty interesting observation though.:banana: