BASIC SWIMMING TECHNIQUES
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>Move arms alternately in a windmill pattern.
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> Emphasize the upward kicking motion.
pea econ m BL een)Breaststroke Technique:
It's all about timing with this basic swimming technique. The
body moves up and down while the swimmer coasts through
the water. Try these tips to improve your breaststroke
swimming technique.
> Keep arms overhead when beginning the stroke.
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»Cup hands,
» Return arms to starting position.
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push backward, and snap legs together. This pushes the water
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»Take a breath each time you make an arm stroke.Butterfly Technique:
The butterfly is one of the most difficult swimming strokes. Swimming the
butterfly stroke relies on precision timing. Plus, arm strength is a definite
benefit for successfully swimming this stroke. Time it like this:
> Move the arms together while pulling through the water.
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> Bend knees slightly and keep them together, then straighten the knees and
push downward.
> Whip feet down.
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