Will a blocked nose affect my ability to breathe during swimming?
I am a beginner. I tried to swim today with a blocked nose. I do not have any fever or cold otherwise; I am perfectly healthy apart from the blocked nose.
Will this have any effect on my swimming? During a couple of times, I quit my swimming stroke in the middle of the pool due to breathlessness. I am unsure if this is psychological or physical.
Does this also depend on the stroke? I was doing breaststroke.
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No. You actually should breathe through mouth while swimming. When your left shoulder is on top, move your head to right while breating.
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oxygen that comes through your nose does not affect your swimming directly however breathing through your nose before race, oxygenates your body better which leads to an increased focus,endurance and mindfulness.Most people are not aware of this difference but I would suggest to try it breathing for a week through your mouth to see it yourself!
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