If you're someone who avoids flip turns—or you're completely out of breath every time you try one—chances are, it's not your fitness holding you back. It's your technique. In this episode, I'm breaking down a simple, step-by-step method to help you master the tumble turn, so you can actually save energy on your turns, move faster off the wall, and keep up with the swimmers beside you.
By the end, you'll know exactly how to execute a smooth, controlled flip turn without getting dizzy, without gasping for air, and with way more rhythm and confidence. Let's dive in.
00:48 Approach The Wall Smoothly
01:50 Set Yourself Up On The Last Stroke
03:29 Initiate The Flip Into The Wall
05:24 Landing The Right Distance
06:34 Streamline
08:08 Eyes Down Into The Water
11:01 Breakout
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