Backstroke

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This stroke is very strict and yields the most disqualifications. On the backstroke-to-breaststroke turn, a swimmer cannot flip to the stomach (USA 23). All swimmers must touch the wall while remaining on their backs. Push off the wall while on the stomach, and pull the body into a tight streamline. Complete only one dolphin kick as the momentum begins to wane. Stroke the arms simultaneously through the water, down to the hips. This motion should be similar to opening up a stage curtain.…

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Age, Teen, and Adult Having mastered the fundamentals, students learn additional water safety skills and build stroke technique, developing skills that prevent chronic disease, increase social-emotional and cognitive well-being, and foster a lifetime of physical activity. In Stroke Introduction, Stroke Development and Stroke Mechanics, swimmers are introduced to the four competitive swimming strokes as well as rescue skills and healthy lifestyle habits. Stage Descriptions: Stage 4 / Stroke…

4:45pm Isiah Level 6 (Incomplete) Isiah, you showed up to every class with enthusiasm and a smile! You sucessfully demonstrated your elementary backstroke to Level 6 standard. Contiune working on your fluter kick for both your front and back stroke. Make sure you are kicking continously from your hips with your feet near the surface of the water. For your front crawl, ensure you are extending your arms in front of your head as they enter the water. For your back crawl, make sure you are…

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My heart pounds harder than it has ever pounded before. The initial feelings of nervousness and excitement are momentarily forgotten with the intoxicating smell of chlorine. As each ear-piercing whistle is heard, the biggest moment of my swimming career is approaching. Among all the high school swimmers who made it to the PIAA Swimming and Diving State Championships at Bucknell University, I try to relax and calm my emotions, but I have been waiting for this moment my entire life. The announcer…

There's nothing worse than having to cut short a dive because you aren't able to 'equalize' on the way down, or you find yourself running out of air more quickly than you realized; or even wasting time keeping yourself level, and missing out on some of the spectacular undersea life in The Bahamas. Whether you're a seasoned pro, or still "wet behind the ears", there are a few hints and tips that can help you make the most of your Bahamas dive. Equalizing One of the most common challenges for…