Distance Freestyle Breathing

Former Member
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I've watched a lot of swimmers in elite competition in for instance 1500m who breathe every stroke. However when I swim distance I still have to use bilateral breathing. I've tried breathing every stroke like they do, but I find myself getting light headed. What's the best way to learn to control your breathing to do long distance well? Thanks, David
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    Ok thanks. I was personally thinking that the amount of oxygen required would be a function of the effort I'm putting in rather than actual speed. I'm putting in a lot of effort to maintain 1:40 100s after the first 200 or 300. Or at least it feels that way, the muscles tire a lot. Thanks, David
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  • Former Member
    Former Member
    Ok thanks. I was personally thinking that the amount of oxygen required would be a function of the effort I'm putting in rather than actual speed. I'm putting in a lot of effort to maintain 1:40 100s after the first 200 or 300. Or at least it feels that way, the muscles tire a lot. Thanks, David
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