Water Entry: Techniques, Biomechanics, and Safety for Swimming
Jumping into water for swimming refers to various entry methods, from simple feet-first jumps to advanced competitive dives, all designed for an effic...
By Alex
Category: Swimming Techniques
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Scissor Kick Swimming: Technique, Muscles Involved, and Common Mistakes
The scissor kick is an asymmetrical leg action used primarily in sidestroke for propulsion and stability, involving one leg sweeping forward and the o...
By Hart
Sidestroke: Uses, Benefits, and Key Applications in Swimming
The sidestroke is an energy-efficient swimming technique primarily used for lifesaving, long-distance swimming, rehabilitation, and tactical aquatic m...
By Hart
Swimming: Arm Movement, Propulsion, and Efficiency
In swimming, your arms are the primary drivers of propulsion, creating force against the water to move your body forward, while also playing crucial r...
By Alex
Glide Kick: Technique, Muscles, Benefits, and Training
The glide kick is a swimming technique that combines powerful leg propulsion with a streamlined glide to maximize distance per stroke and enhance effi...
By Hart
Hybrid Freestyle Swimming: Technique, Benefits, and Drills
Swimming a hybrid freestyle involves a strategic blend of traditional front crawl mechanics with an emphasis on efficiency, glide, and reduced stroke ...
By Alex
Pinky In Swimming: Technique, Benefits, and Implementation
In swimming, "pinky in" refers to a specific hand entry technique in freestyle where the little finger enters the water first, optimizing st...
By Alex
Swimming: Mastering Breathing for Efficient Front Crawl
Mastering proper front crawl breathing involves coordinating continuous underwater exhalation, natural body rotation for lateral head turn, and a quic...
By Alex
Underwater Swimming: Mastering Buoyancy, Propulsion, and Safety
Staying underwater while swimming involves mastering buoyancy through breath control, optimizing body position for streamlining, and employing efficie...
By Jordan
