Technique
Drills and guides to improve your freestyle, breaststroke, and more.
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Bilateral Breathing: Why You Should Learn It and How
April 8, 2026
Bilateral breathing — alternating which side you breathe on — is one of the most valuable skills in freestyle. Here's why it matters and how to learn it.
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Breaststroke Kick Drills: Fix the Most Common Mistakes
April 8, 2026
The breaststroke kick is technically the most demanding kick in swimming. Here's how to diagnose and fix the most common problems.
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Breathing Every 2 vs Every 3 Strokes: What's Actually Better?
April 8, 2026
Should you breathe every 2 strokes or every 3? The answer depends on what you're training for — here's a practical breakdown.
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How to Fix a Dropped Elbow Catch in Freestyle
April 8, 2026
A dropped elbow is one of the most common technique flaws in freestyle — and one of the most impactful to fix. Here's what it is and how to correct it.
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Flip Turn Tutorial: How to Stop Adding 3 Seconds per Wall
April 8, 2026
A slow or missed flip turn adds seconds to every lap. Here's a step-by-step guide to the freestyle flip turn — from the approach to the push-off.
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Body Rotation in Freestyle: Drills to Get It Right
April 8, 2026
Body rotation is one of the most misunderstood elements of freestyle. Here's what good rotation actually looks like and the drills to develop it.
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5 Freestyle Drills That Actually Fix Your Stroke
April 8, 2026
Not all drills are equal. These five freestyle drills target the most common stroke problems in adult swimmers — and they actually work.
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Kick Drills for Freestyle: Build Power Without Burning Out
April 8, 2026
Most adult swimmers kick wrong — too much knee bend, not enough hip drive. These kick drills fix the mechanics and build useful kick power.
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How to Stop Your Legs from Sinking in Freestyle
April 8, 2026
Sinking legs create massive drag and slow you down. Here's why it happens and exactly how to fix it.
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Pull Buoy Workouts: How to Use Them Without Cheating
April 8, 2026
A pull buoy can make your stroke better or mask your weaknesses. Here's how to use it properly to actually improve.