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From the backstroke kick and arm motion to doing open turns and flip turns, learn all about how to swim the backstroke and compete in backstroke races in this free swimming lesson video series from a health and fitness expert.
There are 15 videos in this series:
Backstroke, sometimes called the inverted freestyle, is a stroke that is swum on the back. Get an overview of the backstroke in this free swimming lesson on video.
The backstroke uses a simple arm motion that is opposite the arm motion of the freestyle. Learn how to move your arms when swimming the backstroke in this free swimming lesson on video.
The leg motion in the backstroke is similar to the flutter kick of the freestyle, but inverted. Learn how to kick for the backstroke in this free swimming lesson on video from an expert on health and fitness.
The backstroke body position involves floating on your back on top of the water. Learn the correct body position for swimming the backstroke in this free swimming lesson on video.
Taking breaths when swimming the backstroke is easier than breathing in other strokes, because your face will be out of the water. Learn breathing techniques for the backstroke in this free swimming lesson on video.
Open turns in backstroke are easy to perform, but it's important to pay attention to the lane lines and backstroke flags in the pool to make sure you know how close you are to the wall. Learn how to do open turns when swimming backstroke in this free swimming lesson on video.
The backstroke flip turn is similar to the freestyle flip turn. Learn how to do a backstroke flip turn, plus get tips on being able to tell how close you are to the pool wall when swimming the backstroke, in this free swimming lesson on video.
Using a kickboard is a great way for beginners to practice the backstroke kick. Learn how to do backstroke kick drills with a kickboard in this free swimming lesson on video.
Backstroke pull drills help you focus on the upper body stroke technique for the backstroke. Learn how to improve your backstroke arm movement using pull drills in this free swimming lesson on video.
The arm up drill is an excellent backstroke drill that will help you improve your body position and strengthen your legs. Learn how do the arm up backstroke drill in this free swimming lesson on video.
The one arm backstroke drill helps you focus on your body rotation and arm movement technique for swimming the backstroke. Learn how to do a one arm drill in this free swimming lesson on video.
Backstroke sprinting races include the 50 meter and 100 meter races. Get expert tips for sprinting when swimming the backstroke in this free swimming lesson on video.
Focus on pacing when swimming backstroke distance and mid-distance races. Get expert tips for distance swimming with the backstroke in this free swimming lesson on video.
The backstroke start is very unique because swimmers start in the water instead of on the starting block. Learn how to start a backstroke swimming race in this free swimming lesson on video.
During a backstroke race, conserve your energy so that you can sprint at the finish. Get tips on how to finish strong during a backstroke swimming race in this free swimming lesson on video.
Whether it is in a pool in the backyard or a pool in the Olympics, a river in the woods or the endless oceans, swimming is one of the world's favorite past times. Not only is swimming a great recreational hobby, it is one of the most efficient ways to exercise, both cardiovascular and muscle strengthening. Needless to say, with all of the benefits of swimming, it is a good idea to learn how to swim and the freestyle stroke is a great way to begin.
In this free video series, watch as competitive swimmer Phillip Toriello teaches how to swim the backstroke. Learn how to use your arms and legs, how to breath, and how to start and finish a race. Get breathing and swimming drills to help improve your swimming technique and ability. Get started making a difference in your health with the help of these step by step swimming lessons from the experts at ExpertVillage.
Phillip Toriello Phillip Toriello was a competitive swimmer for Salinas High School, USAFE Swim Team and Cuesta College. He has also been a surfer, a lifeguard, a swim instructor and a junior lifeguard instructor. Combined with his passion for the water, Toriello has taken his years of experience and has made aquatics instruction a full time profession. With his innate talent with children and their varying personalities in and around the water, Toriello has taken the initiative to write a five part children's book series entitled "Phill The Flying Fish and Friends".dkdk
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