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What benefit of aquatic activity significantly enhances the efficiency of heart and lungs?
What benefit of aquatic activity significantly enhances the efficiency of heart and lungs?
- Recreation
- Streamline
- Safety
- Fitness (correct)
How does knowing how to swim contribute to water survival?
How does knowing how to swim contribute to water survival?
- Allows keeping afloat for longer periods (correct)
- Increases buoyancy naturally
- Prevents drowning completely
- Helps in avoiding fatigue
What does the phrase 'AII work no play makes Juan a dull boy' suggest regarding aquatic activities?
What does the phrase 'AII work no play makes Juan a dull boy' suggest regarding aquatic activities?
- Fitness can be achieved without breaks
- Swimming is a waste of time
- All leisure activities are unproductive
- Recreation is essential for mental health (correct)
Which term describes the position with arms fully extended and body streamlined in water?
Which term describes the position with arms fully extended and body streamlined in water?
What is a flutter kick primarily used for?
What is a flutter kick primarily used for?
Which action describes the movement of the hand when the catch occurs in an arm stroke?
Which action describes the movement of the hand when the catch occurs in an arm stroke?
What is the purpose of warm-up exercises for swimmers?
What is the purpose of warm-up exercises for swimmers?
What does 'oxygen deficit' indicate during physical exertion?
What does 'oxygen deficit' indicate during physical exertion?
Flashcards
Breathing
Breathing
The act of moving air in and out of the lungs.
Streamline
Streamline
A fully extended body position in water, with arms stretched overhead, hands together, and toes pointed.
Gliding
Gliding
Moving through water with a streamlined body, without leg action.
Kick
Kick
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Kicking
Kicking
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Flutter Kick
Flutter Kick
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Pull
Pull
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Pulling
Pulling
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Study Notes
Benefits of Aquatic Activity
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Fitness: Swimming engages more muscle groups than other sports, improving cardiovascular health (heart and lungs) and flexibility, reducing injury risk.
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Safety: Knowing how to swim significantly increases water survival chances. Swimming skills help individuals stay afloat until help arrives or reach shore.
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Recreation: Swimming provides a necessary break from stressful routines, offering enjoyment and relaxation, thus enhancing mental, physical, and emotional well-being.
Swimming Terminology
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Breathing: Moving air in and out of the lungs.
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Streamline: A fully extended body position in the water, arms stretched above head, back straight, and toes pointed.
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Gliding: A streamlined, arrow-like body position in the water, without leg movement.
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Kick: Part of a swimming stroke performed by the legs and feet.
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Kicking: A drill focusing solely on leg movements in the water.
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Flutter Kick: A vertical leg kick used in freestyle and backstroke.
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Pull: Part of a stroke performed using the arms.
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Pulling: A drill focusing solely on arm movements in the water.
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Catch: The phase where the hands start applying pressure to the water during an arm stroke.
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Crawl: A swimming stroke used in freestyle races.
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Sculling: Small inward and outward movements of the hands and arms.
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Stroke: A method of propelling oneself through water.
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Warm-up Exercises: Preparatory practices and stretches a swimmer performs before swimming.
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Drill: A practice exercise to hone specific swimming techniques.
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Oxygen Deficit: A temporary lack of oxygen in the body caused by strenuous physical activity.
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Explore the advantages of aquatic activities such as swimming, including fitness, safety, and recreational benefits. Learn essential swimming terminology that can enhance your understanding and performance in the water. This quiz covers everything from cardiovascular health to key swimming techniques.
