Freestyle vs. Breaststroke Swimming: Which Is Better For Your Triathlon?

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Freestyle vs. Breaststroke Swimming: Which Is Better For Your Triathlon?

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Phil Mosley - MyProCoach Triathlon Training

Күн бұрын

Confused about choosing between freestyle and breaststroke for your triathlon? Our latest video has the answers you've been seeking. While freestyle might be the crowd favorite, it's essential to recognize that one size doesn't fit all in the world of triathlon swimming. Join us as we explore the factors that should influence your stroke selection. Whether you're a newbie or a seasoned triathlete aiming to refine your swim strategy, this video offers personalized advice to enhance your performance. Hit play now to discover which stroke is your winning ticket and why it matters for your upcoming race.
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@timexironman1 Жыл бұрын

I'm convinced! Breaststroke from now for me. I am not there to win. I am there to enjoy the race with my friends.

@myprocoach123 11 ай бұрын

Good to hear, thanks for sharing!

@AlastairScarlett 3 ай бұрын

I'm a fan of breaststroke for many of the reasons you mention here. I like the fact that I can see where I am going and I feel much more in control of my breath. Swimming 1500 or 1900m doesn't feel too much harder than 1000m. I spent some time over this past winter attempting to boost my freestyle ability but I just couldn't get the tempo right for breathing and never felt happy getting up to even 400m. Also, a small point - I've managed to successfully draft front crawl swimmers while doing breaststroke - there are plenty of slower front crawlers out there. 🙂

@myprocoach123 2 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing. And good point about drafting off other swimmers while doing breaststroke.

@anetea.3903 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for this perspective! I agree 100%! I'm in triathlon for 2 years and I'm glad I started with breaststroke. I was relatively fast at it, so it helped me be relaxed about the swim - it was always solid. The downside is that I could live with it (especially in longer races - 70.3), so I postponed learning freestyle for quite a while... But now I'm very much on it!

@myprocoach123 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing - and good job for working on your freestyle; it will pay dividends later.

@otgonbayarochirbat3900 Ай бұрын

Thanks for the clear comparison. I am planning to do breaststroke in a lake here in Mongolia in a week.

@myprocoach123 Ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful: have a great swim.

@peterhawkinmusic Жыл бұрын

Great to hear a proper debate about this. I'm a good breaststroker and a newby freestyle swimmer so my speeds are about the same right now, but a couple of extra points that have swayed me towards freestyle... firstly, breaststroke is very hard on the legs compared with freestyle, and secondly the buoyancy of a wetsuit actually helps you swim freestyle but is quite a handicap for breaststroke swimmers who need to be able to kick and recover deeper in the water

@myprocoach123 Жыл бұрын

You made some good points about breast stroke; thanks for sharing.

@andreizelchenko934 5 ай бұрын

Also need to mention that some are 'designed' more for breaststroke (feet flex outward good) , or for crawl (feet have wide up and down range, also flexible shoulders).

@mastergow9678 15 күн бұрын

When i was first learning swimming i have started swimming with breastroke and than i have seen some of my friends doing freestyle and off course they were faster compared to the breastroke that i was doing then i strated considering learning the freestyle and now boom i can do both the strokes and i will keep learning the other strokes like butterfly and backstroke as i improving my swimming skills.

@myprocoach123 15 күн бұрын

Glad to hear it! Always good to mix up the strokes, it keeps your swim sessions interesting and is nice to learn something new. Keep up the great work. 👍

@janespalding6354 Жыл бұрын

I'm still trying to master freestyle and often use breaststroke to help relax if I feel panicky in the swim, and also for sighting. I find it's main disadvantage is that a lot of the work in the kick utilises the quads, which doesn't set you up for the bike and run.

@myprocoach123 11 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing, 100% agree with your thoughts.

@Jgarnett0007 Жыл бұрын

Very helpful video Phil, thanks. If I could add something not mentioned: I think breastroke can be useful to consider when the water is rough and you have to swim out into big waves. Trying to do freestyle into big waves when you’re being lifted up and then dropped back down again can be tough and cause a sense of panic, really hard to sight also, especially in the first few minutes when your heart rate is going crazy. In that situation, psychologically at least, it might be better to get through that first phase using breaststroke and stay calm and in control, and then switch to freestyle when you’re beyond the breakers and into relatively calmer waters. I did that once in a race in rough sea off Weymouth and got out quicker to calmer waters than other athletes who were determined to use freestyle to save face but found it almost impossible to get a rhythm and got into a bit of a panic. Yes, you may lose some time at the start compared to the really strong swimmers who stick to freestyle, but remember the swim is the shortest part of a triathlon and it’s never over until you reach the pier, as they say in Kona! I’ve grown to love freestyle after lots of practice but I think in some situations breaststroke can be a great tactical card to play. Happy safe swimming everyone! 🏊‍♂️🏊🏻‍♀️

@myprocoach123 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing your experience - and yes, you made a good point. Breast stroke can be a great alternative to freestyle in those conditions and when an athlete is feeling anxious or out of breathe.

@anujoshi6151 3 ай бұрын

Thanks for explaining this important question 😊

@myprocoach123 2 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@jamescalvey5273 6 ай бұрын

Thank you making this video very helpful and insightful! I am brand new to triathlon and training for my first sprint... I can swim breast stroke to an ok standard and working on my freestyle technique and confidence every session. I think i will feel much more comfortable physcially doing breast stroke on the race but in the same respect I definitely dont want to draw attention to myself or be the only one doing it haha The plan is to do freestyle until I decide to switch, do breast stroke for a bit and then switch to freestyle again for the final section and hope no one notices 😅 Im not racing and quite happy hanging out at the back just want to finish and enjoy the experience at first!

@myprocoach123 6 ай бұрын

I'm glad you found it helpful, good luck with your triathlon!

@saladaufdieeichel 20 күн бұрын

I swim around 1:30/100m on breaststroke. My freestyle is a little faster but I have strong drift to right and bad breathing technique - it also fatiques me way faster. When I mix both techniqes I feel I recover from swimming freestyle even if I swim breaststroke all out. I´m thinking about swimming breaststroke for most of the race and only use freestyle for a final sprint.

@myprocoach123 20 күн бұрын

That's a fast breaststroke, well done! It sounds like you've got a great plan in mind. You can always use breaststroke in the event and keep practising your front crawl until it's more comfortable for the longer distances. The drifting and breathing issues you highlighted can definitely be fixed, but there's nothing wrong with doing breaststroke. Enjoy :)

@saladaufdieeichel 20 күн бұрын

@@myprocoach123 On sunday I will see how far I come with this tactic... will attend a local 3,1km open water swimming competition.

@myprocoach123 16 күн бұрын

@@saladaufdieeichel fantastic! How did it go!?

@saladaufdieeichel 16 күн бұрын

Lesson learned. My Smartwatch is not to trust when it comes to measuring swimming distances. The GPS was way off. Also I ate to much before swimming and drank some beet juice - I was almost vomiting on the first km. Will go on a swimming course during winter.

@myprocoach123 14 күн бұрын

@@saladaufdieeichel Oh no! Sorry to hear this one didn't go to plan. But remember, there's no such thing as a failure, just opportunities to learn. I'm sure the next one will be better. 🙏

@rebeccalwin707 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for this! What’s your opinion on side stroke? It’s my go-to resting & sighting stroke when I need a break from freestyle.

@myprocoach123 Жыл бұрын

If you need a break from free style to rest - and to sight in tough conditions, any stroke that works for you (and hopefully propels you forward) is a good choice.

@bent2517 5 ай бұрын

Should it be frontcrawl vs breaststroke? In freestyle you are free to use any style. Right?

@myprocoach123 5 ай бұрын

Yes, you're right . I used to say frontcrawl, but not everyone knew what I meant because it's not such a recognised term globally.

@pablojimenez8837 9 ай бұрын

I will probably use fins and use breastroke in open water in a relaxing mood because I have pain in my shoulder. Can you cross the English Channell with breastroke?

@myprocoach123 9 ай бұрын

According to my Google search, at least 12 people have crossed the English channel with breaststroke!

@pablojimenez5736 9 ай бұрын

@myprocoach123 really? That is amazing. Thank you! What is the major challenge? I guess cold water temperature?