Backstroke

How it is used

Swimming plans use backstroke for both technique practice and race events.

Example sentences

1. She used the ceiling beams to stay straight during backstroke.

   Facing upward makes overhead features useful visual references.

2. The coach counted his arm strokes in the backstroke drill.

   The count measures movement during a specific stroke drill.

Common collocations

• backstroke technique
• backstroke race

Related terms

• water sportA sport done in, on, or under water, such as rowing, surfing, sailing, or diving.
• drillA short practice exercise, repeated many times, that trains one particular skill or movement, such as passing, footwork or a set play.

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