DiscoverThe Effortless Swimming Podcast#404 : Why Your Arm Drops When You Breathe with Brenton Ford
#404 : Why Your Arm Drops When You Breathe with Brenton Ford

#404 : Why Your Arm Drops When You Breathe with Brenton Ford

Update: 2025-11-27
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Struggling with your arm dropping whenever you take a breath in freestyle? You're not alone—and there are five common reasons this happens. In this episode, we break down each cause, show you exactly how to fix them, and help you transform your breathing technique. By the end, you'll swim farther with less effort and finally feel like you have all the time in the world to take a smooth, controlled breath. Dive in and level up your freestyle.

00:38 Breathing
04:17 Rotation
05:57 Hand Entry
07:31 Exit Of The Opposite Hands
08:59 Starting Catch Position And Reach
09:54 Where Is Your Shoulder As You Reach Forwards
10:54 Quick Fix

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#404 : Why Your Arm Drops When You Breathe with Brenton Ford

#404 : Why Your Arm Drops When You Breathe with Brenton Ford