History of Butterfly Stroke in Swimming
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What is the correct body position for the butterfly stroke?

  • Face sideways in the water with arms at the side
  • Face downward in the water with arms behind
  • Face downward in the water with arms outstretched ahead (correct)
  • Face upward in the water

    • How many primary phases are there in the butterfly arm movement?

  • Four
  • Five
  • Two
  • Three (correct)

    • What is the purpose of bending the knees in the leg stroke?

  • To increase speed
  • To improve breathing
  • To reduce fatigue
  • To allow a continuous fluid stroke (correct)

    • What is unique about the 50m Butterfly event?

    <p>It is held at World and continental levels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many kicks are part of the butterfly stroke?

    <p>Two</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the British swimmer who held world short course records in the 100m and 200m Butterfly?

    <p>James Hickman</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what year were the men's 100m Butterfly and women's 200m Butterfly added to the Olympic schedule?

    <p>1968</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What action should you take with your thumbs during the recovery phase?

    <p>Graze your hips</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the correct timing of the leg stroke in relation to the arm stroke?

    <p>During the pull phase</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many years did James Hickman hold the world short course record for the 200m Butterfly?

    <p>About 4 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

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