TYPES OF STROKES Flashcards
4 types of strokes
- freestyle (front crawl)
- breast stroke
- back stroke
- butterfly stroke
this is the classic swimming posture.
freestyle
Lie on your stomach and flutter your legs while alternating the arms in a windmill motion.
freestyle
You propel yourself forward with moderate speed in a specific direction.
freestyle
is a great competitive and exercise stroke
freestyle
allows you to swim longer distances without exhaustion.
freestyle
freestyle is also known as the
front crawl
Float with your stomach facing down, then move your arms in a half-circle motion in front of the body.
breast stroke
Bend your legs, then kick back with good timing, and you’ll propel yourself up and forward.
breast stroke
Lie on your back and flutter your legs while circling your arms in a windmill motion.
back stroke
It’s very similar to the freestyle, but you swim on your back and propel yourself backwards.
back stroke
Many doctors recommend this technique to those who have back problems, or to develop stronger back muscle.
back stroke
An excellent workout and common competitive stroke-possibly because it tests a mature swimmer
butterfly stroke
is performed by bringing your arms up above your head, then pushing them down into the water to propel yourself forward.
butterfly stroke