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How To Swim BREASTSTROKE Correctly in 2026
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In this video, we break down proper breaststroke body position, head position, the pull, the kick, and timing, showing you exactly what separates elite breaststrokers (like Adam Peaty) from everyone else.
You'll learn why your hips might be sinking, why pausing to breathe is killing your speed, and the drills that build a faster, more efficient breaststroke.
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In this video, you'll learn:
✅ The #1 body position mistake in breaststroke (and how to fix it)
✅ Why head position controls your entire stroke
✅ How to streamline properly to cut resistance
✅ The right way to pull — high catch, no over-pulling past the navel
✅ How to stop pausing in your breathing position (this kills your speed)
✅ Proper stroke timing: pull, kick, glide
✅ The breaststroke kick breakdown: up, out, around, together
✅ Best breaststroke drills: heel tag, streamline kick, fins + freestyle legs
✅ Race strategy differences: 50m sprint breaststroke vs. 200m distance breaststroke
✅ Why swimming less (but with more intention) makes you faster
Chapters:
0:24 - Body Position & The #1 Breaststroke Mistake
1:21 - Streamlining to Minimize Resistance
2:02 - Breathing Position Explained
2:26 - The Pull: High Catch & Avoiding Over-Pulling
3:30 - Fix Your Breathing Pause (Biggest Speed Killer)
4:18 - Stroke Timing: Pull, Kick, Glide
4:49 - The Kick: Up, Out, Around, Together
5:27 - Best Drill: Heel Tag & Streamline Kick
6:02 - More Drills: Fins, Snorkel & Freestyle Legs
6:30 - Racing Strategy: 50m vs 200m Breaststroke
7:40 - Why Less Training Makes You Faster
8:38 - Pull-Outs & Maximizing Distance Per Stroke
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