Fitness
Breaststroke Timing
Breaststroke timing sequences pull, breath, kick, and glide so thrust peaks together—not a late kick after the arms already finished. A short glide suits sprint; distance swimmers often trim glide to keep rhythm.
Breaststroke timing sequences pull, breath, kick, and glide so thrust peaks together—not a late kick after the arms already finished. A short glide suits sprint; distance swimmers often trim glide to keep rhythm.
Knees stay narrow; feet whip in line with hips.
Common questions
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Should I glide long after each breaststroke?
Long glides help drills and sprint; steady aerobic breaststroke usually uses a shorter glide so heart rate and rhythm stay continuous.
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Does breaststroke hurt knees?
Wide knee recovery and aggressive whip can stress medial knees—keep feet turned out modestly and volume gradual if you have prior knee issues.
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