Hello,
I am a swimmer who has not swam in competition in over 15 years! I can only swim on lap of the pool without getting winded. I am trying to train for a crawl stroke 1/2 mile lake swim for the first part of the triathlon.
How can I work my way up to two laps to three laps etc?
I am an experienced backstroke swimmer but have a failed technique for the crawl? any tips on how to improve my stroke? speed? endurance? stamina?
Thanks for your help!
Get a sense of your breathing by bobbing for five minutes before starting. Focus on exhaling in the water. Most people who fade that quickly aren't breathing. A good athlete can get 25 to 75 yards without breathing problems. If you're winded at 25, you're also swimming too fast.
Do that first length with a slow stroke focusing on a complete exhale. Then when you turn to inhale, you'll get some fresh air.
Get a sense of your breathing by bobbing for five minutes before starting. Focus on exhaling in the water. Most people who fade that quickly aren't breathing. A good athlete can get 25 to 75 yards without breathing problems. If you're winded at 25, you're also swimming too fast.
Do that first length with a slow stroke focusing on a complete exhale. Then when you turn to inhale, you'll get some fresh air.
