Swimming
Advanced Level
Equipment
Mat
Level
Advanced
Goals & Benefits
- Strengthens the muscles of the back.
- Strengthens and lengthens the abdominal muscles.
- Opens the chest and lungs to encourage full breath.
- Gives a beautiful sense of opposition.
Tips & Cues
- Keep the muscles of the neck long and the belly lifted.
- Stretch fingertips away from toes creating as much length as possible in the body.
- Keep the legs straight and long and control them from the seat.
- Inhale fully for 5 counts and exhale fully for 5 counts.