How to Swim Head-High Freestyle

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Swim Head-High Freestyle

If you want to look like a water polo player - well, start to look like one - swim freestyle with your head up out of the water.

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Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Step 1

Swim freestyle. (See "How to Swim Freestyle.")
Step 2

Arch your back, and lift your head high out of the water.
Step 3

Take rapid, slightly shorter strokes than normal freestyle.
Step 4

Breathe normally, and look around to be aware of your environment - that's why you're doing this, right?

Tips & Warnings

You can easily combine regular freestyle and head-high freestyle to balance speed and awareness.
This stroke is used most of the time in water polo.
If you have any condition that would impair or limit your ability to engage in physical activity, please consult a physician before attempting this activity.

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