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If you are having problems breathing while swimming the free style, what is it you could be doing wrong? Learning the proper technique for breathing does take some practice so if you are new to the freestyle don’t be disappointed you are having some trouble.

If you’re breathing wrong you may be swallowing water and choking, both of which make for an unpleasant swim. If you are not getting enough air into your lungs the oxygen will not be getting into your blood system and you will be starving for oxygen. When this starts to happen your performance drops off.

How do you breathe correctly when swimming the freestyle? First thing is it is important to relax. As you are stroking with your arms your body should be rolling side to side along the axis of your spin. This roll should be enough that you can turn your head as your arm comes up. Your face should be turned just enough that your mouth clears the water.