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April 30, 2025
Backstroke Technique: Tips to Improve Your Form
Introduction
Backstroke is one of the four competitive swimming strokes and a favorite among beginners and advanced swimmers alike. With your face above...
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April 30, 2025
What Happens If Lightning Strikes a Swimming Pool?
Introduction
Swimming during a thunderstorm is a dangerous and often underestimated risk. Many people think that if a pool looks calm, it must be safe—but...
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April 30, 2025
10 Swimming Exercises to Improve Your Technique and Endurance
Introduction
Swimming is a skill that combines strength, technique, and endurance. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced swimmer, incorporating specific...
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April 30, 2025
How to Do the Freestyle Stroke Step-by-Step
Introduction
Freestyle, often referred to as front crawl, is the fastest and most efficient swimming stroke. It’s widely used in competitions, training sessions,...
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April 30, 2025
Can Babies Really Hold Their Breath Underwater?
Introduction
Many parents are surprised to see images of babies submerged underwater during swim lessons, appearing calm and natural. It leads to the common...
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April 29, 2025
Swimming and Lightning: Is It Ever Safe?
Introduction
Swimming is one of the most refreshing and enjoyable outdoor activities, especially on hot, stormy days when the weather changes rapidly. But...
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April 29, 2025
Mastering Breaststroke: A Beginner’s Guide
Introduction
Breaststroke is one of the most recognizable and beginner-friendly swimming strokes. Its gentle rhythm, natural breathing pattern, and emphasis...
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April 29, 2025
How to Breathe While Swimming: Tips for Beginners
Introduction
Breathing is one of the biggest challenges beginners face when learning to swim. While the movements of the arms and legs may seem straightforward,...
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April 29, 2025
Can Everyone Float? The Science Behind Buoyancy
Introduction
Many new swimmers wonder if floating is a skill that everyone can master—or if it depends purely on body type or natural ability. Floating in...
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April 29, 2025
Tips for Teaching Kids to Tread Water Safely
Introduction
Treading water is a crucial survival skill that every child should learn. It allows them to stay afloat in one place without swimming to the...
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April 28, 2025
Muscles Targeted by Swimming and How to Train Them
Introduction
Swimming is often praised as the ultimate full-body workout—and for good reason. Every stroke you perform in the water engages multiple muscle...
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April 28, 2025
Floating in Deep Water: How to Stay Calm and Afloat
Introduction
Floating is one of the most fundamental survival skills in swimming, but floating in deep water can feel intimidating—even for those comfortable...
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