Swim Like A. Fish: 3 Easy Steps for a Successful Breaststroke Pullout (Video)
One of the most important aspects of the breaststroke is the pullout phase, an element of the stroke that ensures the athlete gathers momentum off the start and turn. In this latest contribution from Swim Like A. Fish, the three steps of the breaststroke pullout are examined to help swimmers and coaches excel in this portion of the race.
The video breaks the pullout phase into three parts, beginning with the dolphin kick during the streamline. That stage is followed by emphasis on the separation of the arms and pulldown of the hands to the thighs. Finally, the video stresses how to return the hands under the body and to prepare for the first stroke.
We hope this technique video will prove beneficial as swimmers seek to improve their breaststroke, especially the pullout phase.
Abbie founded Swim Like A. Fish in 2019 after a distinguished 25-year career in competitive swimming and over 15 years of elite swim coaching. Throughout their swimming journey, Abbie achieved remarkable milestones, including being a six-time Olympic Trials qualifier, SEC finalist, NCAA qualifier, and a two-time USA Junior National Champion. Abbie began coaching while pursuing a master’s degree and still actively competing. They are a proud “Double Dawg” from the University of Georgia, where they earned both M.S. and B.S. degrees in Exercise Science. Transitioning from swimmer to coach felt like a natural progression for Abbie.
