Many swimmers who are just starting have a favorite stroke. You may be a natural at Breaststroke Timing. You might feel the correct position for your front crawl body.
However, many beginners and experienced swimmers also have a low stroke on their priority list. We’ll be discussing reluctant backstrokers in this article.
In this article, we will use the term “backstroke” to refer to a back crawl. We’ll reveal how to fall in love backstroke.
Unique yet familiar
Because we do it face-up, backstroke is unique. This position allows you to see your face out of the water. But you need to see where you are going. Your muscles can resist the water in a manner that is contrary to face down strokes.
These characteristics aren’t so different from other strokes as they appear. Think about how you feel when you swim the way that you like. Take a look at these stroke components:
- You can get your head and face wet, or you can try to keep dry.
- Breathe slowly or all at once
- Alternating legs and arms or simultaneously
- Looking forward or face down
Once you have a good idea of what you enjoy about swimming, you can start to explore the possibilities for backstroke. If you don’t like your face touching the floor of the pool, you might prefer that your face is out in backstroke. Backstroke can be used regardless of whether you choose explosive or trickle breathing .
The structure of stroke states that the backstroke is in a sense a reverse of the forward crawl. The extended legs and arms extend far above the head for the pull. A steady kick is maintained by the long legs. You might find backstroke very appealing if you enjoy front crawl.
Relax and unwind
Some people find it difficult to lie down in the water. Some people feel anxious and vulnerable. Others may be concerned about their nose or sinking. These are some tips to help:
- Flex your legs and lift your stomach and chest up towards the surface. Your ears should be below the water. Keep your chin high and your chest up. You will float if you keep your head up.
- Relax – While your legs and arms have a lot of work in backstroke, you can practice floating with your feet relaxed. Backstroke kick requires relaxed, flexible feet and long neck. The technique will be hampered by stiff legs and hunched shoulders. To keep your legs close to the surface, use your core muscles.
- Keep water on your face. Every time your arm lifts above your head, you will feel drops and perhaps even a wave in your face. To make it easier to blow it away, you can practice aqua breathing either on your own or with a swimming coach.
- Practice your lift You can hold a For extra support, you can lay on a pool noodles wrapped around your back. This position will increase your confidence and help you to avoid slipping.
You’re now in the right place and you don’t feel stressed. Now it’s time for some tips to navigate the pool.
Eliminate the uncertainty
Backstroke is difficult because you can’t see the wall that you are racing towards. How can you continue swimming straight? How can you avoid hitting the wall or other swimmers?
These are some things that can help you.
- Targeting
- Lane ropes
- Flags
- Counting strokes
- Feel the difference
You need to have a goal in order to swim straight. In the case of backstroke you will need to aim away. Next, align your body with the object that is in your line. As you swim, try to stay on target as much as possible. You could use a lifeguard chair or a ceiling beam to target the target. Or even a sign on the wall that you just pushed off. Anything that is above the pool level can be fixed.
You can also use lane ropes to help you stay straight. Swim along the lane rope while staying on one side. It’s difficult to see to the sides when you do backstroke. However, you will be able to see the rope while you swim along it. You can adjust your course if you drift off from it. If your arm stroke captures it, you should move closer to the centre of the lane.
You can also use the lane ropes to determine how close you are from the end. The buoys are marked with a red line from the wall up to five metres away. The overhead pool flags can be found at five metres from each end.
These two options can be combined to prevent crashes. They require practice and experience.
- Counting strokes- Count the number of strokes you need to swim from the flags to the wall. This number can be used to avoid crashing. You will need to subtract your number as you improve your stroke technique. You may have to add two if you take your time.
- Feel You may be able to see the person swimming in front of you when they are in the lane. You should feel the water churning under their kick. Then you can slow down, or take over. Pay attention to how the water feels. You can do this exercise together if you have a buddy who is a swimmer.
- Keep your arm extended when you feel you are getting near the wall. Keep going until your extended arm touches and touches the wall. This will prevent you from getting head bumps.
It takes practice to master the backstroke, as with all swimming. Need help with this stroke or any other swimming technique? Book a one-on-1 swimming session with a coach for a personalized approach. We are here to help you!
