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 The Art Of Breathing In The Swimming Pool |
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Nov 22, 2009 - 2:18 AM - by SWFAdmin
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Breathing is vital to the art of swimming. A balanced and rhythmical breathing pattern is fundamental to discovering the joy of swimming and to reaping the full health benefits of being in the water. Problems with breathing, varying in nature and degree, are experienced by swimmers of all levels and abilities. However well you may have mastered the mechanics of a stroke, unless you have learned to co-ordinate the breathing you will miss out on most of the pleasures and benefits of swimming. The first step, then, is to become aware of some of the factors which affect your breathing, both in and out of the water.
What happens to your breathing when you swim? Do you hesitate to immerse your face for fear of breathing in water? Is there never enough time to snatch a breath between strokes? Do you dislike the sensation of water getting up your nose so much that you hold your breath as long as possible? Does swimming make you unexpectedly... [Read More]
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Being At Home In The Water |
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Nov 06, 2009 - 1:41 PM - by SWFAdmin
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What comes to mind when we see someone swimming with ease and grace? A fish in the water', 'water-baby', 'natural swimmer' these are the sort of terms we use. What separates such swimmers from those who are merely competent is clearly not just style or technique. They give the impression that there are no psychological barriers preventing them from interacting with the water in a complete and satisfying way. By contrast, one of the main obstacles in learning the art of swimming is the uncertainty that is so often felt about relating to the water. This ranges from persistent mild unease to attacks of sudden panic. The former constrains our freedom to explore the aquatic environment, and the latter can be as debilitating as full-scale aquaphobia. At either end of the spectrum, the thought of being surrounded by alien medium results in feelings of psychological and physical discomfort. One can know how to swim, and even consider oneself a good swimmer, without... [Read More]
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