BREASTSTROKING Meaning and
Definition
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Breaststroking refers to a specific swimming technique where the swimmer propels themselves through the water predominantly using movements of their arms and legs while maintaining a horizontal body position. It is one of the oldest known swimming strokes and is frequently taught to beginners due to its relatively simple technique.
During breaststroking, the swimmer lies with their chest and stomach facing down into the water. The arms move in a circular motion, starting from a stretched out position in front of the swimmer's head, and then pulling towards the chest, before pushing back outwards and straightening once again. The legs execute a whip-like action where they bend at the knees and push outwards to the sides, followed by a simultaneous squeezing together, before pushing back out to initiate the next cycle.
Breaststrokes tend to be slower than other swimming techniques, such as the freestyle or butterfly strokes, but they provide good stability and endurance. Breaststroking requires coordination between the arms and legs, as well as proper breathing techniques where the swimmer takes a breath every cycle or every other cycle, lifting their head above the water to breathe.
Competitive swimming often includes breaststroke as one of the events, and swimmers continuously work on perfecting their technique in order to enhance speed and efficiency. Additionally, breaststroking can be used as a recreational activity or a form of exercise for those seeking a low-impact cardiovascular workout.
Common Misspellings for BREASTSTROKING
- vreaststroking
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Etymology of BREASTSTROKING
The word "breaststroking" is derived from the noun "breaststroke". The etymology of "breaststroke" comes from combining the words "breast" and "stroke". "Breast" refers to the front part of the human body, and "stroke" in this context refers to a specific swimming technique. The word "stroke" itself comes from the Old English word "stracan" (meaning "to strike") and has been used to describe a wide range of movements and techniques throughout history. The specific combination of these words in "breaststroke" and "breaststroking" refers to the swimming style that involves the simultaneous movement of both arms while pushing the hands forward from the chest, followed by a simultaneous kick of both legs.
