Achieving the right body position in the water is key to swimming efficiently. By aligning your head, hips, and heels in a straight line, you reduce drag and make each stroke more powerful. Think of it as building the foundation of your swimming technique – everything flows from this streamlined position.
Keep Your Head in a Natural Position
Look down at the pool's bottom, with your head half submerged. This helps you maintain a neutral, relaxed head position, which affects everything else. Keep your gaze slightly forward, like you’re standing and looking straight ahead.
Align Head, Hips, and Heels
Your head's position determines where your hips and legs fall. If your head is too high or too low, your hips and legs will sink, causing extra resistance. So, aim for a straight, horizontal line from head to heels.
Kick Narrowly and Steadily
Once aligned, kick with a narrow, controlled motion. Your heels should just skim the water’s surface with each kick, helping you maintain balance and momentum.
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