00:00 Intro 00:19 What is Backstroke Swimming? 01:47 Backstroke Breathing Technique 02:40 Backstroke Pull Technique 06:21 Backstroke Kicking Technique 08:00 Outro Like, Share & Subscribe if you find this video helpful. Happy Swimming
Backstroke is my favorite stroke. I started learning how to swim at 58. Now almost 60, swimming has become my new favorite Sport. It is so relaxing and fun.
Thank you so much for your kind words! It's incredibly rewarding to know that my teaching is making a positive impact. If you have any more questions or need further guidance, feel free to reach out. Keep up the great work, and happy swimming! 🏊♂️😊
You are the only one on youtube to explain everything in a simple way otherwise other channels make these thing quite complex, thanks for your channel.
I appreciate that! My focus is to make videos that can be easy to understand by children, adults, beginners or professionals. Thanks for your positive comment.
You're genius!! I was learning breathing technique on your channel and ran into this video just an hour before my swim today. Guess what? I not only managed to breath in freestyle but also could swim backstroke now... This is all due to your clear and simple explanations! Thanks so much!
Thank you so much for your kind words! I'm thrilled to hear that my videos helped you with both freestyle and backstroke breathing. Keep up the fantastic progress, and I'm here cheering you on in your swimming journey! Happy swimming! 🏊♂️😊
I love swimming and have always wanted to understand and develop my techniques. However, all RUclipsrs I have watched made it such difficult for beginners to understand anything. You are the only one I found simply explaining everything yet professionally. Thanks a lot ❤
Thank you so much for your kind words! I'm thrilled to hear that my videos have been helpful. It's my goal to provide clear and accessible explanations for beginners like you. I appreciate your support and encouragement. If you have any more questions or need further guidance, feel free to ask. Keep up the great work and enjoy your swimming journey! ❤️🏊♂️
I’m so glad I found these videos. I am on a weight loss journey to lose 100+ pounds and swimming is one of my favorite exercises. I grew up in pools, lakes, and the ocean so being in the water and swimming is very comfortable. I had a brief stint on a swim team growing up and learned the basics. I have always wondered about my technique and these videos gave me great tips! I will totally video myself and submit to you for feedback. Thank you so much for these videos 🙏
I'm incredibly happy to hear that you've found the videos helpful. It's fantastic that swimming is one of your favorite exercises. It sounds like you already have a solid foundation from your time on the swim team, so you'll make a quick progress. About the weight loss. I suggest you to check about intermittent fasting for faster progress. But don't forget to consult with doctors if you have any underlying condition. Remember that it takes time and dedication for weight loss as it is a way of life instead of one time goal. Please feel free to submit a video for feedback anytime - I'd be more than happy to help in any way I can. Send me an email on jonny@rocketswimming.com If you have any questions or need further assistance, don't hesitate to reach out. Wishing you continued success, and thank you for your kind words! 🏊♂️😊
Thank you so much for your kind words! I'm delighted to hear that you're finding the swimming techniques helpful. Greetings to you in Toronto, Canada! Keep enjoying your swimming journey. 🏊♂️❤️
Your instruction is incredible. I’m quickly becoming more comfortable in the water (floating on my back and moving with the kick) and will be working on adding the arms next. I had the best experience in the water since I was a teenager earlier today. Thank you!
That's fantastic to hear! It sounds like you're making great progress and becoming more confident in the water. Keep up the excellent work. If you haven't already, consider subscribing to my channel for more helpful tips and techniques.
You're very welcome! I'm glad to hear that the explanations were helpful. If you have any more questions or need further clarification on anything, feel free to ask. Happy swimming!
Thank you for these helpful videos. I am just starting to learn swimming @ 58 Y.O. I am struggling with my breathing. If I hold my breath I can get to the other side of the pool But I know it is not the right way. More practice and hopefully by end of the summer I can nail this down.
You're very welcome! I'm glad you find the videos helpful in your swimming journey. Starting to learn swimming at 58 is fantastic, and I applaud your determination! Breathing can be a challenge, but with practice, you'll definitely improve. Remember to exhale slowly and steadily while your face is in the water, and inhale when you turn your head to the side. Take it one step at a time, and be patient with yourself. With consistent practice, you'll make progress by the end of the summer. Keep up the great work, and keep enjoying the process! 🌊🏊♂️😊
This video is awesome and really easy to understand. I just started self-learning backstroke about 1 month ago. I hated it. I tried to watch and understand any other RUclips videos and had a hard time implementing it. I love how you breakdown the pull into 3 main focus. It's much easier to understand. I'll try to implement it later. Thank you so much!
Thank you so much for your kind words! I’m glad the videos are helping you with your swimming. If you have any questions or need more tips, just let me know. Keep up the great work!
You're welcome! I really appreciate your positive feedback. It's great to know that you are practicing the tips from this video. Keep me posted on your progress, okay? - Niraj (CDO)
Hi Jonny. Thanks for these priceless videos. I am one of the swimmers who minimises the backstroke to 3 min per day. Its my least favourite. But two points I constantly hear about the backstroke. 1. Its all in the hip. It should move along with the pull. 2. Best to breath in through the mouth and out through the nose as not to get water in. What are your opinions? Especially with the hip movement.
I’m glad you find the videos helpful. Yes, hip rotation is crucial in backstroke. It helps generate power and keeps your body streamlined. Think of your hips and shoulders working together; as you pull with one arm, rotate your hip on that side slightly upwards. This rotation not only improves your pull but also makes the stroke more efficient and reduces strain on your shoulders. Keep practicing and give those tips a try!
You're welcome! Thank you for watching my backstroke video! To answer your question, one way to avoid water going up your nose during backstroke is to exhale continuously through your nose and mouth as you swim. This helps to create a constant stream of air, which can prevent water from entering your nose. You can also consider using nose clips or a well-fitting swim cap to help keep water out of your nasal passages. Lastly, you can try tilting your head slightly back so that your face is closer to the surface of the water, which can also reduce the likelihood of water entering your nose. I hope these tips are helpful to you, and happy swimming! - Niraj (CDO)
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Hey Rocket, You said the BS kick was half as big, but twice as fast as FS. Do you think in terms of a ratio ? For example in FS I learned the ratio was 3:1 kicks to pull.
Thank you for the kind words! I'm glad you found the video helpful. I would love to hear about your swimming progress, please keep me posted! - Niraj (CDO)
Your vedio helped i started to go to pool this month for the first tome. I’m able to backstroke🙂🙂 which I love. But I’m not able to do anything else. I hopefully will be able to sooner.
Wow, you're a quick learner. Backstroke is difficult but you are already doing it. Keep it up and you'll learn all other strokes very soon. Keep me posted on your progress, okay?
@@RocketSwimming sure so here’s the update: First month first day scared of water, watched your vedios, tried watching other people vedio as well but your vedios were the only one making sense to me.(biased me) First week tried floating and kicking Second week after watching your beginner class where you teach how to twist and turn your mouth towards the sky and do beginners backstroke, i tried it a few times, people said focus on freestyle first but i wanted to do what you taught in the vedio. Guess what i was able to twist and turn and do beginner backstroke. Now the current situation is I’m only able to complete a backstroke which is think if you were my real life coach you could correct my posture a lot but anyways, doing freestyle is seemingly difficult for me as I’m finding it difficult to breath from the side. But I’ll update you, I’m gonna watch other vedios of you everyday to get better.
@@RocketSwimming i think my problem is my breathing, its making it difficult for me to swim that’s why i subconsciously do and like backstroke since there is plenty of breathing 🥺
Update 2 : I’m able to freestyle now. The problem was breathing. I’m not perfect but I’ll be after more practice. I’m able to do a dolphin as well for small distance ( well i don’t know what I’m doing is right or not) but i feel it’s much faster than freestyle for some reason) Let’s see I’m sure I’ll need correction’s but since i dont have a coach gotta practice on my own.
Great video! I have been swimming mainly backstroke and a little freestyle for years/decades now. I find that I tend to deviate left and frequently touch the left lane line when I lap swim. I don't think its my head, I think its that my dominant hand is my right hand, and its causing the deviation to the left. What do you think?
Thank you for watching the video and leaving a comment! It's great to hear that you've been swimming backstroke and freestyle for years. As for the deviation to the left, it's possible that your dominant hand could be causing this. When you pull with your right hand, it might be pulling harder or at a different angle than your left hand, which could cause you to veer to the left. One way to fix this is to focus on your body alignment and make sure that you're swimming straight. You can try looking at the bottom of the pool or using the lane lines as a guide to keep yourself centered. Additionally, you can work on your stroke technique to make sure that your right hand isn't pulling too strongly and causing you to veer off course. - Niraj (CD0)
Thank you so much! We're really happy that RocketSwimming is your favorite channel. Really appreciate your positive response. Happy Swimming 😁🏊 - Niraj (CDO)
@@RocketSwimming l can now swim backstroke very smoothly following your small but useful tips.Though my speed is slow l am enjoying it.once again thanks a lot
I think you can post a video for backstroke that's having curved path. It's a very common problem. There is not much so information for it. In my case my path was curved when i isolated my kick part.
Sure! Your video request is noted. I believe that one of your pull is stronger than the other. Also, keep your head straight and still for the entire stroke. Don't try to look to your side of back.
This is a common issue. Try focusing on consistent arm movements and a steady kick. Keep your head still and look straight up at the ceiling, using it as a reference point. You can also practice with a lane line or a guide to help maintain direction. You'll improve with time and practice!
Thank you so much for your videos. You explain the techniques with so much clarity. 🙏 I'd like your opinion on my backstroke.. I tend to go off center in my lane. If you watch me from above I probably look ridiculous. Is the problem the way I'm moving my legs? You mentioned to do a tight, fast kick. Thanks again:)
Thank you for your kind words! To address your question about your backstroke technique, it's possible that your off-center problem could be caused by your head movement. Your head is like a steering wheel of a car, where ever your head turns, your body follows. Try to keep your chin up and head still and let me know how it goes for you, okay? - Niraj (CDO)
@@RocketSwimming Thanks so much for getting back to me Niraj:) Ok I will be more aware of my head position and do what you mentioned. I'm swimming in the morning, so I'll see how it goes! Thank you again😊
Hi Niraj, I did what you told me to do in backstroke. My head was still, but I still kept moving diagonally. I focused on those short rapid kicks and moved more from my hips. That seemed to help, but I still need to keep practicing. I really want to get this, it's a beautiful stroke
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\OMG! ♥♥♥♥😍😍😍😍😈😈😈😈😈😈😈😈😈 You helped me drop SO much time in the mens 15 and over 100 yard backstroke and 200 yard backstoke short course american highschool standard pool time! For the 100 yard backstroke i went a 2:00 exactly. (Awh SO CLOSE to breaking 2 minutes!!) And for the 200 yard backstroke i technically got 5 minutes but i got disqualified because i was too tired at the end and started doggy paddling to the finish. Without you I wouldn't be able to make the times that i did and go to division 107 cif and 2-4 year old winter group championships You see, i used to swim with my pinky down and for some reason i couldn't drop time. After watching this video i realised that i can save SOOOO much time by just "throwing your hand backwards"
Wow, that's incredible! Thank you so much for sharing your progress and success with me. I am thrilled to hear that my video has helped you improve your times in the 100 yard backstroke and 200 yard backstroke. It's also amazing to hear that you were able to drop so much time and even make it to division 107 CIF and 2-4 year old winter group championships! Congratulations! Don't worry about getting disqualified in the 200 yard backstroke - it happens to the best of us. It sounds like you were pushing yourself to the limit, which is a great sign of dedication and hard work. Keep up the great work, and remember to keep practicing and refining your technique. With dedication and perseverance, I have no doubt that you'll be able to break that 2 minute mark in the 100 yard backstroke and achieve even more success in your swimming career. Thank you for watching my videos and I wish you all the best in your future swimming endeavors! Don't forget to subscribe. Let me know if you're in US.
You will have to time the arm movement properly. When your arm comes out of the water, they create a water wake which travels back toward your mouth. You have to breathe out at that moment as it will prevent water going in your nose. You can also use nose clips and breathe using your mouth. Keep your chin up. Let me know how it goes for you.
In big pools there are backstroke flags. Backstroke flags help swimmers easily detect where they are in the pool. If your pool don't have flags, try to stop early if you're not confident. Start counting strokes.
To improve your balance and reduce splashing while raising your hand during the backstroke, try keeping your hand closer to your body and use a slower motion. This will help you maintain control and minimize water disturbance. Practice gradually increasing your speed as you become more comfortable with the motion.
@@RocketSwimming thank you so much.. .for your guidance... I like to hear you as you explain thoroughly... I have been practicing water treading since one month....but inspite of following same instructions...my body swims down ...I feel panic...I also feel backache....a kind of stiffness in my body..... kindly guide....will be highly thankful to you...
I will suggest you to watch the following video to learn how to float in water. ruclips.net/video/j1HzfmKaXYw/видео.html Let me know if you have any questions after watching the video, okay? - Niraj (CDO)
I am 54 years old, but i am interested in swimming freestyle, i am unable to take breath. I was struggling to take breath for the past 3 months I don't know what is happening Can you please explain any easy way. I have watched so many video's yours too But i didn't
Yes, backstroke can definitely be a challenge, especially when it comes to staying in your lane! It can take some time to get the hang of coordinating your arm and leg movements while keeping your body aligned with the lane. Remember to practice regularly and to focus on your technique, and don't be too hard on yourself if it takes some time to get it right. With patience and persistence, you'll eventually master backstroke and be swimming confidently in a straight line. Good luck!
Haha, thank you for the kind words! I am glad that you enjoyed my swimming video. It is always a challenge to coordinate all of the different parts of the body while swimming, but it is also a lot of fun to try to improve and get better. I am happy to see that you found my swimming skills to be impressive. Thank you for watching! - Niraj (CDO)
00:00 Intro
00:19 What is Backstroke Swimming?
01:47 Backstroke Breathing Technique
02:40 Backstroke Pull Technique
06:21 Backstroke Kicking Technique
08:00 Outro
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OK the chin out of the water 1/2 inch. I thought it was forehead. My wrong
Backstroke is my favorite stroke. I started learning how to swim at 58. Now almost 60, swimming has become my new favorite Sport. It is so relaxing and fun.
That’s incredible! The fact that you started learning at 58 and now enjoy swimming at almost 60 is truly inspiring. Happy swimming!
You are a great teacher.The technique you taught is ultimate.
Thank you so much for your kind words! It's incredibly rewarding to know that my teaching is making a positive impact. If you have any more questions or need further guidance, feel free to reach out. Keep up the great work, and happy swimming! 🏊♂️😊
You are the only one on youtube to explain everything in a simple way otherwise other channels make these thing quite complex, thanks for your channel.
I appreciate that! My focus is to make videos that can be easy to understand by children, adults, beginners or professionals. Thanks for your positive comment.
You're genius!! I was learning breathing technique on your channel and ran into this video just an hour before my swim today. Guess what? I not only managed to breath in freestyle but also could swim backstroke now... This is all due to your clear and simple explanations! Thanks so much!
Thank you so much for your kind words! I'm thrilled to hear that my videos helped you with both freestyle and backstroke breathing. Keep up the fantastic progress, and I'm here cheering you on in your swimming journey! Happy swimming! 🏊♂️😊
I love swimming and have always wanted to understand and develop my techniques. However, all RUclipsrs I have watched made it such difficult for beginners to understand anything. You are the only one I found simply explaining everything yet professionally. Thanks a lot ❤
Thank you so much for your kind words! I'm thrilled to hear that my videos have been helpful. It's my goal to provide clear and accessible explanations for beginners like you. I appreciate your support and encouragement. If you have any more questions or need further guidance, feel free to ask. Keep up the great work and enjoy your swimming journey! ❤️🏊♂️
Thanks a lot for your kidness. Sure I will follow ur learning steps . Can't wait to practice them .Greetings and love from Saudi Arabia 🤗
I agree, his explanations are simple and easy to follow. I can’t wait to get back to the pool and try them out!
I’m so glad I found these videos. I am on a weight loss journey to lose 100+ pounds and swimming is one of my favorite exercises. I grew up in pools, lakes, and the ocean so being in the water and swimming is very comfortable. I had a brief stint on a swim team growing up and learned the basics. I have always wondered about my technique and these videos gave me great tips! I will totally video myself and submit to you for feedback. Thank you so much for these videos 🙏
I'm incredibly happy to hear that you've found the videos helpful. It's fantastic that swimming is one of your favorite exercises. It sounds like you already have a solid foundation from your time on the swim team, so you'll make a quick progress.
About the weight loss. I suggest you to check about intermittent fasting for faster progress. But don't forget to consult with doctors if you have any underlying condition. Remember that it takes time and dedication for weight loss as it is a way of life instead of one time goal.
Please feel free to submit a video for feedback anytime - I'd be more than happy to help in any way I can. Send me an email on jonny@rocketswimming.com
If you have any questions or need further assistance, don't hesitate to reach out. Wishing you continued success, and thank you for your kind words! 🏊♂️😊
You're my new favourite swim teacher 😊!! Thank you very much.
You're so welcome! Don't forget to subscribe as more new content is coming soon. Happy Swimming :)
- Niraj (CDO)
@@RocketSwimming Already subscribed. Thank you 😊
Do you live in the United States? Let’s talk.
- Jonny Rocket (creator)
@Rocket Swimming I'm in Bristol Uk thank you.
Really clear instruction - thank you! Backatroke has always been my favourite!
Glad it was helpful! Keep me posted on your progress.
Love your Videos, I used to swim when I was kid, now I'm back to Swimming and following your techniques. Greetings from Toronto, Canadá.❤❤
Thank you so much for your kind words! I'm delighted to hear that you're finding the swimming techniques helpful. Greetings to you in Toronto, Canada! Keep enjoying your swimming journey. 🏊♂️❤️
Your instruction is incredible. I’m quickly becoming more comfortable in the water (floating on my back and moving with the kick) and will be working on adding the arms next. I had the best experience in the water since I was a teenager earlier today. Thank you!
That's fantastic to hear! It sounds like you're making great progress and becoming more confident in the water. Keep up the excellent work. If you haven't already, consider subscribing to my channel for more helpful tips and techniques.
very easy and clear language.Thanks.
You are welcome! I really appreciate your positive feedback.
Thank you for explaining everything so clearly 🙏
You're very welcome! I'm glad to hear that the explanations were helpful. If you have any more questions or need further clarification on anything, feel free to ask. Happy swimming!
Thank you for these helpful videos. I am just starting to learn swimming @ 58 Y.O. I am struggling with my breathing. If I hold my breath I can get to the other side of the pool But I know it is not the right way. More practice and hopefully by end of the summer I can nail this down.
You're very welcome! I'm glad you find the videos helpful in your swimming journey. Starting to learn swimming at 58 is fantastic, and I applaud your determination! Breathing can be a challenge, but with practice, you'll definitely improve. Remember to exhale slowly and steadily while your face is in the water, and inhale when you turn your head to the side. Take it one step at a time, and be patient with yourself. With consistent practice, you'll make progress by the end of the summer. Keep up the great work, and keep enjoying the process! 🌊🏊♂️😊
@@RocketSwimming Thanks for the encouragement.
This video is awesome and really easy to understand. I just started self-learning backstroke about 1 month ago.
I hated it. I tried to watch and understand any other RUclips videos and had a hard time implementing it.
I love how you breakdown the pull into 3 main focus. It's much easier to understand. I'll try to implement it later.
Thank you so much!
You're welcome! I am glad that you found the explanation helpful. Keep me posted on your progress, okay?
Thank you so much. Excellent information 🙏🙏👌👏
You're most welcome! Keep it up. Don't forget to watch the latest videos.
thank you so much bro🙏🙏 good techniques..gonna try tmrw
All the best! Let me know how it goes for you, okay?
You are a great teacher..trying to swim seeing your videos.
Thankyou
Thank you so much for your kind words! I’m glad the videos are helping you with your swimming. If you have any questions or need more tips, just let me know. Keep up the great work!
Thank for all those videos 🤗 i really like the way you are explaing everythink- and i am practising all the tips you gave in the pool- love it 🏊🏽♀️
You're welcome! I really appreciate your positive feedback. It's great to know that you are practicing the tips from this video. Keep me posted on your progress, okay?
- Niraj (CDO)
Best instructor. Thru ur video I able to float backward and master it to get up the right way. Tommorow I'll practice backstroke
Thank you so much for your positive feedback. Let me know how your backstroke session goes tomorrow, okay?
- Niraj (CDO)
Thank you for the video!
You're welcome!
Dziękuję. 😮Dużo cennych informacji. 😊
Nie ma za co. 😊
I’ve been doing backstroke and was so fixated on my pinky and thumb. I’m going to give it another go tomorrow! Thank you for this
You are so welcome! Let me know how it goes for you, okay?
@@RocketSwimming I kept sinking. Maybe back stroke isn’t my thing
@@traceychapman4825 Backstroke is definitely tricky! Don't give up. Can you send your video on jonny@rocketswimming.com so I can check your technique?
@@RocketSwimming yes will do
Great advice-everything explained in simple and professional manner💪😎
Thank you so much!
Hi Jonny. Thanks for these priceless videos. I am one of the swimmers who minimises the backstroke to 3 min per day. Its my least favourite. But two points I constantly hear about the backstroke.
1. Its all in the hip. It should move along with the pull.
2. Best to breath in through the mouth and out through the nose as not to get water in.
What are your opinions? Especially with the hip movement.
I’m glad you find the videos helpful. Yes, hip rotation is crucial in backstroke. It helps generate power and keeps your body streamlined. Think of your hips and shoulders working together; as you pull with one arm, rotate your hip on that side slightly upwards. This rotation not only improves your pull but also makes the stroke more efficient and reduces strain on your shoulders. Keep practicing and give those tips a try!
Best instruction, thanks for the tip
Thank you so much! I really appreciate your positive feedback.
Thanks this is the only stroke i was ever able to do . Just started back swimming but my rythym is out but il get there 👍
That's great! Don't forget to watch other videos on my channel to learn more strokes and techniques.
Excellent instructions! Great detail I found this very useful instructions for breaststroke, freestyle and backstroke. Thank you!
@timarnold9868 Glad it was helpful! Share it with your other friends who need to learn backstroke better.
- Jonny Rocket
Thank you, how do you avoid water going up ones nose in backstroke
You're welcome!
Thank you for watching my backstroke video! To answer your question, one way to avoid water going up your nose during backstroke is to exhale continuously through your nose and mouth as you swim. This helps to create a constant stream of air, which can prevent water from entering your nose. You can also consider using nose clips or a well-fitting swim cap to help keep water out of your nasal passages. Lastly, you can try tilting your head slightly back so that your face is closer to the surface of the water, which can also reduce the likelihood of water entering your nose. I hope these tips are helpful to you, and happy swimming!
- Niraj (CDO)
I love the backstroke with fins.
Cool! Fins help with proper kicking. They will help train you better.
- Niraj (CDO)
Very detailed explanation, thank you
You are welcome! Don't forget to check out other videos in our channel.
- Niraj (CDO)
this is just the right thing for me it is a great video
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Thank you so much! Keep me posted on your progress. Happy Swimming 😁🏊
Goid explanation.. Clear and effective to apply for teaching
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- Niraj (CDO)
Thank you.
So helpful. Thank you so much for your amazing videos 😊 .
You're welcome! I'm glad that you found this video helpful. Don't forget to subscribe and press the bell icon to get notified about latest videos. Happy Swimming 😁🏊
- Niraj (CDO)
This helped a lot.
Great! That’s what I like to hear. Any questions?
- Jonny Rocket (creator)
Hey Rocket, You said the BS kick was half as big, but twice as fast as FS. Do you think in terms of a ratio ? For example in FS I learned the ratio was 3:1 kicks to pull.
Lovely Thanks a lot for your explanation 🥰
Thank you for the kind words! I'm glad you found the video helpful. I would love to hear about your swimming progress, please keep me posted!
- Niraj (CDO)
Your vedio helped i started to go to pool this month for the first tome. I’m able to backstroke🙂🙂 which I love. But I’m not able to do anything else. I hopefully will be able to sooner.
Wow, you're a quick learner. Backstroke is difficult but you are already doing it. Keep it up and you'll learn all other strokes very soon. Keep me posted on your progress, okay?
@@RocketSwimming sure so here’s the update:
First month first day scared of water, watched your vedios, tried watching other people vedio as well but your vedios were the only one making sense to me.(biased me)
First week tried floating and kicking
Second week after watching your beginner class where you teach how to twist and turn your mouth towards the sky and do beginners backstroke, i tried it a few times, people said focus on freestyle first but i wanted to do what you taught in the vedio. Guess what i was able to twist and turn and do beginner backstroke.
Now the current situation is I’m only able to complete a backstroke which is think if you were my real life coach you could correct my posture a lot but anyways, doing freestyle is seemingly difficult for me as I’m finding it difficult to breath from the side.
But I’ll update you, I’m gonna watch other vedios of you everyday to get better.
@@RocketSwimming you’re such a positive and motivational coach. Thank you so much. I’m also trying breast stroke but i guess my timing is not good.
@@RocketSwimming i think my problem is my breathing, its making it difficult for me to swim that’s why i subconsciously do and like backstroke since there is plenty of breathing 🥺
Update 2 :
I’m able to freestyle now. The problem was breathing. I’m not perfect but I’ll be after more practice. I’m able to do a dolphin as well for small distance ( well i don’t know what I’m doing is right or not) but i feel it’s much faster than freestyle for some reason)
Let’s see I’m sure I’ll need correction’s but since i dont have a coach gotta practice on my own.
lovely bro ill try today😊
Thank you! How did it go?
Thank you so much, i like backstroke! Im going to the pool now!
You're welcome! Let me know how your swimming session goes, okay?
- Niraj (CDO)
Thank you, needed it
You're welcome! Keep me posted on your progress, okay?
- Niraj (CDO)
please make a video on back stroke with stagnent single or both hands stretched up
Thank you for your suggestions. We will make such video soon.
Thanks !!
You're welcome! Don't forget to check out our latest video ruclips.net/video/BgdmF14tIJU/видео.html
Great video! I have been swimming mainly backstroke and a little freestyle for years/decades now. I find that I tend to deviate left and frequently touch the left lane line when I lap swim. I don't think its my head, I think its that my dominant hand is my right hand, and its causing the deviation to the left. What do you think?
Thank you for watching the video and leaving a comment! It's great to hear that you've been swimming backstroke and freestyle for years. As for the deviation to the left, it's possible that your dominant hand could be causing this. When you pull with your right hand, it might be pulling harder or at a different angle than your left hand, which could cause you to veer to the left.
One way to fix this is to focus on your body alignment and make sure that you're swimming straight. You can try looking at the bottom of the pool or using the lane lines as a guide to keep yourself centered. Additionally, you can work on your stroke technique to make sure that your right hand isn't pulling too strongly and causing you to veer off course.
- Niraj (CD0)
Same here the details are excellent here.
This videos are so good my fav channel
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Hi rocket, when the hand touch the water, is it the back hand or the palm.
In backstroke, when your hand enters the water, it should be with your pinky finger first, followed by your palm and the rest of your hand.
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Nice video 😊
Thank you so much! I really appreciate it.
Very good
Thanks!
Perfectly taught.i will try it.i recommended your channel to my friends .
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@@RocketSwimming l can now swim backstroke very smoothly following your small but useful tips.Though my speed is slow l am enjoying it.once again thanks a lot
Congratulations on your progress! I'm really happy for you. Make sure to practice daily to improve your speed and technique 😁
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I think you can post a video for backstroke that's having curved path. It's a very common problem. There is not much so information for it. In my case my path was curved when i isolated my kick part.
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I believe that one of your pull is stronger than the other. Also, keep your head straight and still for the entire stroke. Don't try to look to your side of back.
I can't maintain stright line while moving on backstroke. I get deviated on either side. Please suggest.
This is a common issue. Try focusing on consistent arm movements and a steady kick. Keep your head still and look straight up at the ceiling, using it as a reference point. You can also practice with a lane line or a guide to help maintain direction. You'll improve with time and practice!
Thank you so much for your videos. You explain the techniques with so much clarity. 🙏 I'd like your opinion on my backstroke.. I tend to go off center in my lane. If you watch me from above I probably look ridiculous. Is the problem the way I'm moving my legs? You mentioned to do a tight, fast kick.
Thanks again:)
Thank you for your kind words! To address your question about your backstroke technique, it's possible that your off-center problem could be caused by your head movement. Your head is like a steering wheel of a car, where ever your head turns, your body follows. Try to keep your chin up and head still and let me know how it goes for you, okay?
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@@RocketSwimming Thanks so much for getting back to me Niraj:) Ok I will be more aware of my head position and do what you mentioned. I'm swimming in the morning, so I'll see how it goes! Thank you again😊
You're welcome Puja! Let me know how your swim session goes in the morning, okay?
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@@RocketSwimming I will let you know! Thanks Niraj:)
Hi Niraj, I did what you told me to do in backstroke. My head was still, but I still kept moving diagonally. I focused on those short rapid kicks and moved more from my hips. That seemed to help, but I still need to keep practicing. I really want to get this, it's a beautiful stroke
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Ur vids r rlly helpful and very thank u sir
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I think the Total Immersion approach, i.e., front quarter swimming, also works with backstroke.
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You helped me drop SO much time in the mens 15 and over 100 yard backstroke and 200 yard backstoke short course american highschool standard pool time!
For the 100 yard backstroke i went a 2:00 exactly. (Awh SO CLOSE to breaking 2 minutes!!)
And for the 200 yard backstroke i technically got 5 minutes but i got disqualified because i was too tired at the end and started doggy paddling to the finish.
Without you I wouldn't be able to make the times that i did and go to division 107 cif and 2-4 year old winter group championships
You see, i used to swim with my pinky down and for some reason i couldn't drop time. After watching this video i realised that i can save SOOOO much time by just "throwing your hand backwards"
Wow, that's incredible! Thank you so much for sharing your progress and success with me. I am thrilled to hear that my video has helped you improve your times in the 100 yard backstroke and 200 yard backstroke. It's also amazing to hear that you were able to drop so much time and even make it to division 107 CIF and 2-4 year old winter group championships! Congratulations!
Don't worry about getting disqualified in the 200 yard backstroke - it happens to the best of us. It sounds like you were pushing yourself to the limit, which is a great sign of dedication and hard work. Keep up the great work, and remember to keep practicing and refining your technique. With dedication and perseverance, I have no doubt that you'll be able to break that 2 minute mark in the 100 yard backstroke and achieve even more success in your swimming career. Thank you for watching my videos and I wish you all the best in your future swimming endeavors!
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Good video, but how to float on your back? I find floating on front easier.
I have posted a detailed video on back float. Please watch it here ruclips.net/video/j1HzfmKaXYw/видео.html
You guys are too good mehn
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Now please teach us the Combat Side Stroke
Sure! I have noted down your request and I will try to record a video soon.
My problem with Backstroke is that water gets into my nose making me very uncomfortable, making me cancel the backstroke from my set.
You will have to time the arm movement properly. When your arm comes out of the water, they create a water wake which travels back toward your mouth. You have to breathe out at that moment as it will prevent water going in your nose. You can also use nose clips and breathe using your mouth. Keep your chin up. Let me know how it goes for you.
I have that problem too. He explains to lift your forehead about 1/2 inch. Not too much!
How do you know when to stop? I always hit my head or end too early.
In big pools there are backstroke flags. Backstroke flags help swimmers easily detect where they are in the pool. If your pool don't have flags, try to stop early if you're not confident. Start counting strokes.
@@RocketSwimming thank you.
Do you have a video that shows how to get up when you do backstroke?
What a helpful video
Thank you
@@marystander879 You should watch this video ruclips.net/video/MxZReCM6OPg/видео.html
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When I raise my hand...I get out of balance....and too much water splashes is there....plz guide
To improve your balance and reduce splashing while raising your hand during the backstroke, try keeping your hand closer to your body and use a slower motion. This will help you maintain control and minimize water disturbance. Practice gradually increasing your speed as you become more comfortable with the motion.
@@RocketSwimming thank you so much.. .for your guidance... I like to hear you as you explain thoroughly...
I have been practicing water treading since one month....but inspite of following same instructions...my body swims down ...I feel panic...I also feel backache....a kind of stiffness in my body..... kindly guide....will be highly thankful to you...
@@RocketSwimming thank you so much 🙏
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How to float in water i practice but can't do my leg sink how to leg up
I will suggest you to watch the following video to learn how to float in water.
ruclips.net/video/j1HzfmKaXYw/видео.html
Let me know if you have any questions after watching the video, okay?
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@@RocketSwimming ok
@@RocketSwimming hey man i can float but my legs don't come up how to improve that
Keep kicking slowly so your legs won't sink in the water. Little leg movements are enough to keep your legs afloat.
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I am 54 years old, but i am interested in swimming freestyle, i am unable to take breath. I was struggling to take breath for the past 3 months I don't know what is happening Can you please explain any easy way. I have watched so many video's yours too But i didn't
I suggest you to watch this video if you're interested to learn freestyle swimming. ruclips.net/video/VhWgySnDc7o/видео.html
If the stroke where you breathe all you want is not the best I don't know what is!...
True that!
I love backstroke but don't yet succeed.
You will succeed!! Just keep practicing. Don't worry about the initial challenges; every stroke mastered is a victory in itself. You've got this!
Backstroke is tough...I'm all over the lane.
Yes, backstroke can definitely be a challenge, especially when it comes to staying in your lane! It can take some time to get the hang of coordinating your arm and leg movements while keeping your body aligned with the lane. Remember to practice regularly and to focus on your technique, and don't be too hard on yourself if it takes some time to get it right. With patience and persistence, you'll eventually master backstroke and be swimming confidently in a straight line. Good luck!
Backstroke is good to regain energy when you are out of breathe and energy
Dah...man can swing left right the body while head face steady foward!🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
Amazing!!!!
Haha, thank you for the kind words! I am glad that you enjoyed my swimming video. It is always a challenge to coordinate all of the different parts of the body while swimming, but it is also a lot of fun to try to improve and get better. I am happy to see that you found my swimming skills to be impressive. Thank you for watching!
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Faster back stroke
Practice will improve the speed and kick harder.
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Very good
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thanks
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