Post Swimming Workout Meal Ideas Plz...

It's great to have that feedback. I'm sure that makes you feel good!

Yes, possibly. Whether you are trying to make gains in speed or endurance, good breathing is a must. It is important to get the head position and the rhythm (meaning the synchrony between your strokes and your breath) right. You also need to become self-aware enough to ensure that you breathe between every stroke). If your rhythm is off, you may be skipping breaths without realizing it i.e. getting a breath every 1.5 or 2 strokes (occasionally or routinely - either will tire you faster). Also, the amount of air you draw at every breath matters. You may be breathing at every stroke, but perhaps you are breathing shallow, not drawing the air you need each time.

All of the above are problems for me even when I am rowing - and I am not even in the water! Moreover, when I am trying to focus, I 'forget' to breathe - I actually catch myself holding my breath, no matter what I happen to be doing (even at my desk!). If you try a backstroke and you find yourself far more relaxed and efficient, that may be a hint that you need to work on your breathing technique.

Try slowing everything down. Don't go for speed or endurance, but try to get into your breath mindfully. Your trainer can monitor head-position and rhythm, but in the absence of equipment, only you can get an idea of whether you are drawing into your lungs the air you need .