PE 200
BY THE __________ AN IMPERIAL EDICT HAD MADE THE TEACHING OF SWIMMING COMPULSORY IN THE SCHOOLS.
17TH CENTURY
ORGANIZED SWIMMING EVENTS WERE HELD IN THE ____________ BEFORE JAPAN WAS OPENED TO THE WESTERN WORLD.
19TH CENTURY
IN THE ORIENT SWIMMING DATES BACK AT LEAST TO THE __________ BCE, THERE BEING SOME EVIDENCE OF SWIMMING RACES THEN IN _________.
1ST CENTURY BCE, JAPAN
ARCHAEOLOGICAL AND OTHER EVIDENCE SHOWS SWIMMING TO HAVE BEEN PRACTICED AS EARLY AS ________ IN _________ AND THEREAFTER IN ASSYRIAN, GREEK, AND ROMAN CIVILIZATIONS.
2500 BCE IN EGYPT
According to the ____________________, just _______________ per week of aerobic activity like swimming can decrease your risk of chronic illness and early death, and can also lead to health improvements for people with diabetes and heart disease.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, two and a half hours
SWIM FINS HELP THE WEARER TO MOVE THROUGH WATER
FINS
IS THE BEST WAY TO CONSERVE ENERGY, THE NEXT BASIC SKILL OF SWIMMING TO LEARN IS USING THE BODY BUOYANCY OF THE HEAD.
FLOATING
The __________ is a swimming style commonly referred to us the front crawl. It is regularly used in competitions. Most swimmers choose to swim front crawl during freestyle competitions as it is the fastest technique.
FREESTYLE/FRONT CRAWL
THERE ARE SEVERAL THINGS TO KEEP IN MIND WHEN DEVELOPING SKILL AND TECHNIQUE IN SWIMMING. LEARN AND TRAIN TO DEVELOP THE SKILLS. BUILD UP STRENGTH AND ENDURANCE TO BE ABLE TO KEEP FOR LONG DISTANCE SWIM. PRACTICE AND MASTER DIFFERENT STROKES. PRACTICE THE SKILL CONTINUOUSLY TO BE ABLE TO MASTER THE SKILLS.
FUNDAMENTALS
HIIT, running and walking are all fantastic forms of exercise, but being high impact, they can put strain on your joints and bones. If you're looking for something more gentle on your joints or are coming back to exercise following an injury, swimming is a great option, or you can add it into your workout schedule for some variety!
High health impact, low body impact
Due to the way your body continuously stretches during each stroke, swimming can help improve your flexibility and mobility which will have a positive impact on all your workouts. Who doesn't want a better range of motion when they exercise? Even if you don't swim regularly, this can make it a fantastic tool for recovery, too!
Increase your flexibility
A TRAINING AID WHICH CAN HELP TO DEVELOP YOUR LOWER BODY MUSCLE GROUPS AND CAN HELP YOU TO FOCUS ON YOUR KICKING TECHNIQUE FOR MOST SWIMMING STROKES.
KICKBOARD
MESH POOL BAG FOR CARRYING SWIM TRAINING EQUIPMENT TO THE POOL.
MESH BAGS
This is an older swimming style that is not typically used in swim competitions, but is still an important stroke to learn for safety reasons. It is most commonly used by lifeguards when they rescue someone, as this stroke most easily allows you to pull something along with you.
SIDE STROKE
Although people tend to think of swimming as cardio, it's also a full-body workout that will build your muscular strength and endurance. No matter what swimming stroke you're doing, you're going to use most of your muscle groups to move your body through the water.
STRENGTHEN YOUR MUSCLES
SWIM CAP OR BATHING CAP, IS A TIGHTLY FITTED, SKIN-TIGHT GARMENT, COMMONLY MADE FROM SILICONE OR LATEX.
SWIM CAPS
ARE TWO PIECES OF CLEAR PLASTIC WITH RUBBER OR SILICONE RIMS HELD SNUGLY TO THE HEAD WITH A BAND OF RUBBER.
SWIM GOGGLES
HELPS ATHLETES TO FOCUS ON KEEPING PROPER BODY POSITION ON THE SURFACE OF THE WATER.
SWIM SNORKELS
THE PROPULSION OF THE BODY THROUGH WATER BY COMBINED ARM AND LEG MOTIONS AND THE NATURAL FLOTATION OF THE BODY.
SWIMMING
__________ INCLUDING A VARIETY OF ITEMS FREQUENTLY USED BY SWIMMERS TO ENHANCE THEIR OVERALL EXPERIENCE OR AID IN CERTAIN ACTIVITIES.
SWIMMING ACCESSORIES
IT IS THE ONLY ONE PIECE OF EQUIPMENT'S NECESSARY FOR BOTH PRACTICE AND COMPETITION IN SWIMMING ARE A SWIMSUIT, A SWIM CAP, AND GOGGLES.
SWIMMING EQUIPMENT
Swimming in the sea or a lake isn't going to cost you a cent, and community pools tend to offer affordable membership or casual rates, too. Happy body, mind AND bank account! Apart from having a good pair of swimmers, a towel and some goggles, you also don't need any equipment.
Work out without being out of pocket
The initial position for __________ is lying on your back with arms and legs stretched straight out. While swimming all the body should stay close to the surface of water.
BACK STROKE
HIS EXERCISE IS BEING DONE BY RAISING THE ARMS ABRUPTLY SIDEWARD AND UPWARD AND SWIMMER WANTS TO GO DOWN AND LOWERING THE ARMS SIDEWARD AND DOWNWARD WHEN HE/SHE WANTS TO GO.
BOBBING
______________ from the minute you take your first stroke, swimming is going to get your heart and lungs working. It's an incredible way to boost your cardio health and overall fitness, and due to the breathing patterns required for swimming, you may also find your lung capacity improves.
BOOST YOUR CARDIOVASCULAR SYSTEM
the __________ is the slowest competitive swimming stroke, and it is the most commonly learned stroke. It's often taught to beginner swimmers because it does not require putting your head underwater. However, in competitive swimming, swimmers do submerge their head and breathe at designated points in the stroke.
BREAST STROKE
____________ IN WATER AS IN SWIMMING IS THE SAME AS ANY OTHER SPORTS. TAKE A SMALL AMOUNT OF AIR, WHEN YOUR FACE IS ABOVE THE WATER AND EXHALE BY BLOWING OUT THROUGH BOTH THE MOUTH AND NOSE.
BREATHING
THREE BASIC FLOATING SKILLS OF SWIMMING
BREATHING BOBBING FLOATING
AMONG THE PRELITERATE MARITIME PEOPLES OF THE PACIFIC, SWIMMING WAS EVIDENTLY LEARNED BY CHILDREN ABOUT THE TIME THEY WALKED, OR EVEN BEFORE. AMONG THE ANCIENT GREEKS THERE IS NOTE OF OCCASIONAL RACES, AND A FAMOUS BOXER SWAM AS PART OF HIS TRAINING. THE ROMANS BUILT SWIMMING POOLS, DISTINCT FROM THEIR BATHS. IN THE 1ST CENTURY BCE THE ROMAN GAIUS MAECENAS IS SAID TO HAVE BUILT THE FIRST HEATED SWIMMING POOL.
BRIEF HISTORY OF SWIMMING
The__________ is an advanced swimming stroke that provides an excellent workout. It can be more difficult and tiring to learn, but it is also a lot of fun. It is the second fastest competitive stroke, and the favorite stroke of Olympic legend Michael Phelps.
BUTTERFLY STROKE
Swimming has many other benefits including:
Being a relaxing and peaceful form of exercise Alleviating stress Improving coordination, balance and posture Improving flexibility Providing good low-impact therapy for some injuries and conditions Providing a pleasant way to cool down on a hot day Being available in many places - you can swim in swimming pools, beaches, lakes, dams and rivers. Make sure that the environment you choose to swim in is safe.
This is a variation from the typical backstroke you see. It uses a reversed breaststroke kick while your arms move in sync beneath the water. It's called "___________" because of its simple technique that's easy to pick up, and is often one of the first swim strokes taught to new swimmers for this reason.
ELEMENTARY BACKSTROKE
If you're looking to meet new people or make exercise more of a social experience, look for swim clubs in your area or introduce yourself to other swimmers at your local pool or beach.
Expand your social circle
THE ___________ IS A MOVEMENT IN THE WATER WITHOUT TAKING ANY EFFORT; IT IS A WAY OF RELEASING TENSION AND IS FREE FROM THE TASK OF COORDINATING THE LIMBS.
GLIDING
LET THE ARMS FLOAT IN THE WATER IN FRONT. MAKE SURE IT IS POINTING FORWARD AND AT EASE. LET THE SHOULDER STAY RELAX, STAND TALL BUT RELAX BEFORE STARTING THE GLIDE. KEEP ARMS AWAY AS YOU GO SILENTLY INTO THE WATER, BREATHING GENTLY WITHOUT TAKING A DEEP BREATH.
GLIDING TIPS
IN ______ AND ______ SWIMMING WAS A PART OF __________ AND WAS, WITH THE ALPHABET, ALSO PART OF ELEMENTARY EDUCATION FOR MALES.
GREECE AND ROME , MARTIAL TRAINING
CONFIDENCE BUILDING GETTING THE FACE WET BREATHING HOLDING AND PARTIALLY SUBMERGING BREATHING SUBMERGING FLOATING RAGAINNING STANDING GLIDING
GUIDELINES AND DISCIPLINE FOR THE FOLLOWING AREAS, AND DEPENDING ON THE SWIMMER'S ABILITY:
Getting good quality sleep is an essential part of leading a healthy lifestyle, and aerobic exercise has been linked to better sleep. Experts at Johns Hopkins Medicine point to evidence that has proven working out can help you fall asleep more quickly and improve your sleep quality — and all you need is 30 minutes of physical activity each day. Swimming could be just the ticket!
Get a better night's sleep
According to Partners Asthma Center, people with asthma experience a contraction of their bronchial tubes due to a loss of heat and moisture from the tube walls. Because the air you breathe while swimming is usually warm and moist, the effect on your breathing tubes is less, making swimming one of the best forms of exercise for people with asthma.
Got asthma? Try swimming
ALLOW YOU TO USE EAR PLUGS TO BLOCK OUT THE WATER AND AVOID 'SWIMMER'S EAR'
HEADPHONE
Swimming is a good all-round activity because it:
Keeps your heart rate up but takes some of the impact stress off your body Builds endurance, muscle strength and cardiovascular fitness Helps you maintain a healthy weight, healthy heart and lungs Tones muscles and builds strength Provides an all-over body workout, as nearly all of your muscles are used during swimming.
4 TYPES OF FLOATING
PRONE FLOAT SUPINE FLOAT TUCK FLOAT DEAD MAN'S FLOAT
HANDS FINS FINGER PADDLES SWIM CAPS GOGGLES INNER TUBE KICKBOARD PULL BUOY HAND PADDLES FINIS TEMPO TRAINER YOGA MAT FOR DRYLAND ACTIVITIES
THE MOST COMMONLY USED SWIMMING GEAR FOLLOWING CONSIST OF:
TO HELP YOU DRY OFF ASAP AND IN COMFORT AFTER THE LONG BOUTS OF TRAINING AND BURSTS OF SPEED IN COMPETITION.
TOWEL
