5 essential TECHNIQUES for beginner sWIMMERS

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Body Positioning

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Always keep your head down and stretch your hands in front of you. The correct body position in the water can help reduce drag and make your swimming more efficient.

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Breathing Techniques

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Breathe on your side instead on front of you. Make sure that you rotate your head to the side and breathe in quickly. Mastering the correct technique will make your swimming much more efficient.

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Kicking Technique

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Kick from your hips. Don't flex your ankles. Keep them loose and floppy. Your legs are an essential part of swimming, and the correct kicking technique can help you move through the water faster and more efficiently.

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Arm Techniques

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Elbow out first and finger tips in first. Pull fast under the water. Your arms are the main propellers that propel you through the water, and learning the correct arm technique can help you swim faster and with less effort.

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Putting it All Together

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Now that we've covered the essential techniques, it's time to put them all together. Watch the video by clicking below link to learn swimming techniques.

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Stories

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