Crawl

: Reach forward and enter the water in line with your shoulders.

: Lift your arm out and over the water smoothly to reset. : Reach forward and enter the water in

: Instead of lifting your head, rotate your body to the side so one ear stays in the water while you take a quick breath. : Stay as horizontal and streamlined as possible

: Stay as horizontal and streamlined as possible. Keep your eyes looking down at roughly a 45-degree angle to keep your hips high. Arm Stroke : : Use a "high elbow" catch, pointing your

: Use a continuous, rhythmic "flutter kick" initiated from the hips, not the knees.

: Use a "high elbow" catch, pointing your fingertips down early to pull yourself forward rather than pushing the water down.

"Crawl" can refer to several different things, so The front crawl is favored for its speed and efficiency.