Swimming Skills: Faster Breaststroke, Cardio and Health Benefits

Swimming the breaststroke and backstroke efficiently depends on specific muscle engagement and stroke technique. Learn about the cardio benefits of lap swimming and the essential rules to avoid disqualification.

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Is It Safe to Swim While Raining?

Part of getting the most out of swimming is having full knowledge of water safety, which includes proper procedures for inclement weather, especially during rain and storms. The National Lightning Safety Institute’s safety slogan regarding swimming during storms is, "

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How to Do a Front Flip Off a Diving Board

The front flip is a beginner-level dive that helps you build a foundation for more advanced skills. Eventually, a proficient front flip or tuck can allow you to progress to dives such as the front one-and-a-half somersault pike and the front flip with two twists.

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Calories Burned in 45 Minutes of Swimming With a Kickboard

Using a kickboard in your swimming practice allows you to isolate your legs and develop a stronger and more effective kick. As a strengthening benefit, kickboards also help you to develop muscle in your glutes, quadriceps, hamstrings and calves.

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