Focus on body position and keep hips and legs high
Keep your head neutral and look down
Streamline off every wall and after every start
Use a strong, consistent flutter kick or dolphin kick
Rotate your body smoothly with each stroke
Enter your hand cleanly into the water
Extend fully before pulling
Catch the water early with a high elbow
Pull straight back with control
Finish each stroke past the hip
Keep your strokes long and efficient
Maintain a relaxed recovery phase
Breathe with minimal head movement
Exhale steadily underwater
Practice bilateral breathing when possible
Improve timing between arms, kick, and breathing
Use drills to isolate technique
Swim with fins, paddles, or snorkel when appropriate
Record your swims and review your form
Get feedback from a coach or experienced swimmer
Train consistently with good technique
Focus on quality over speed during practice