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What distinguishes the crawl stroke from the other swimming strokes?
What distinguishes the crawl stroke from the other swimming strokes?
Which component of the arm stroke involves the return of the arm to prepare for the next movement?
Which component of the arm stroke involves the return of the arm to prepare for the next movement?
What are the primary purposes of bobbing/bubbling in swimming?
What are the primary purposes of bobbing/bubbling in swimming?
In treading, what is the primary role of the legs?
In treading, what is the primary role of the legs?
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Which type of float supports the body with minimal effort and is characterized by minimal movement?
Which type of float supports the body with minimal effort and is characterized by minimal movement?
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What position should the right elbow be in when the right hand enters the water?
What position should the right elbow be in when the right hand enters the water?
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During the stroke sequence, where does the left arm exit the water?
During the stroke sequence, where does the left arm exit the water?
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How should the swimmer's head move to breathe during the crawl stroke?
How should the swimmer's head move to breathe during the crawl stroke?
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What is the initial action of the right arm in backstroke?
What is the initial action of the right arm in backstroke?
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Which of the following describes the breathing technique in backstroke?
Which of the following describes the breathing technique in backstroke?
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Study Notes
Basic Drills in Swimming
- Treading: Supports buoyancy in deep water using a sculling motion with hands and legs alternating between scissors and frog kicks.
- Bobbing/Bubbling: Involves ducking underwater and surfacing rhythmically. Essential for teaching breathing and as a life-saving technique.
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Floating: Body supports itself using buoyancy with various types including:
- Turtle float/Tuck float
- Jellyfish float
- Front/Prone float
- Back/Supine float
- Glide: Movement through water without additional action.
- Stroke: Full cycle of arm and leg coordination during swimming.
- Flutter Kick: Alternating up and down motion of the legs.
Five Fundamental Mechanics of Arm Stroke
- Entry: The act of a body part entering water.
- Catch: Applying pressure with hands just before exerting force.
- Press/Pull: Arm's effort to propel the body through water.
- Push: Final part of the arm stroke returning hands to the surface after a pull.
- Recovery: Movement of arms/legs from the end to the beginning of a new stroke cycle.
Swimming Strokes Overview
- Crawl: Known as freestyle, the fastest technique emphasizing chest-down position with a flutter kick and coordinated arm movements. Breathing is synchronized with body roll.
- Backstroke: Unique for being swum on the back, with the flutter kick and arm movements that require coordination but no special breathing technique, as the face remains above water.
- Breaststroke: Considered easy for novices, but competitive swimmers find it energy-intensive. Utilizes a wave technique where arms and legs move in a streamlined position, using a T-shape arm sweep and a backward kick.
- Butterfly: Fast and powerful, characterized by simultaneous arm strokes over the water’s surface and dolphin kicks. Relies heavily on technique and coordination for the undulating movement.
- Sidestroke: Evolved from breaststroke for speed but is slower due to less force. It features a scissors kick for propulsion and is commonly used in recreational swimming and life-saving situations. The head remains above water for easy breathing.
Key Techniques in Each Stroke
- Crawl: Arms stretch out, alternate strokes with glorious body roll, head turns to breathe.
- Backstroke: Arms move in a coordinated manner, the swimmer comes in and out of the water, maintaining a straight body line.
- Breaststroke: Arms extend outward to form a T, kick initiated at the surface, followed by inhalation as the swimmer lunges forward.
- Butterfly: Arms move simultaneously, with strong kicks driving upward momentum while pulling through the water.
- Sidestroke: Utilizes a straight positional balance on one side, effective leg motion for propulsion accompanied by arm stabilizing actions.
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Description
Explore fundamental swimming techniques including treading water and bobbing. This quiz focuses on essential skills needed for maintaining buoyancy and effective movements in water. Perfect for beginners looking to enhance their swimming abilities.
