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Slide 1
HOW TO DO A RACING DIVE
Kate Chialastri
English 393 Section 401
May 2010
Background
• At the start of a race swimmers line up on the
blocks.
• The starter calls the swimmers to take their
marks then go.
• The start is the most crucial part of the race.
Audience
• Anyone can learn to do a racing dive.
• Swimmers work for years to perfect it.
What you will need
•
•
•
•
Have a well fitting bathing suit
The pool must be deep
Plenty of time
Goggles are not required but an added bonus
Swimmers Step Up
• Rise to the blocks.
• Place toes of one foot on the
edge of the block.
• Place the other foot
shoulder width apart and
one foot behind the front
foot.
• Bend at the waist and at the
knees and relax.
Take Your Marks
• Grab the tip of the block
with both hands
• Lean forward on the block
tensing every muscle as
you do so
• Hold and wait for the
signal to go
Go
• Push off with legs while releasing the hands grip
on the block
Go
• Continue pushing forward until feet are
completely off block
• Thrust arms into streamlined position (two
hands on top of each other while arms squeezing
ears tightly)
Entering The Pool
• Fingers enter
the water
first feet
enter last.
Fully Submerged
• Hold the
streamlined
position and
kick
underwater
until you are
close to the
surface
Conclusion
• After mastering the racing dive anyone can get a
head start on their competition.
Works Cited
• "Breaststroke - Underwater Pull, Power Phase." GoSwim! Web. 06 May 2010.
• DeCamp, Scott. "MLive.com." Michigan Local News, Breaking News, Sports & Weather MLive.com. Web. 06 May 2010.
• "Diving Board Images and Stock Photos. 774 Diving Board Photography and Royalty Free
Pictures Available to Download from over 100 Stock Photo Companies." Stock
Photography - Search 6.6 Million Stock Photos, Stock Footage Video Clips, Royalty
Free Images, and Illustrations. Web. 06 May 2010.
• Getty Images. Web. 06 May 2010.
• "Olympics Beijing 2008: Men and Women's Swimming | Sport | Guardian.co.uk." Latest
News, Comment and Reviews from the Guardian | Guardian.co.uk. Web. 06 May
2010.
• St Cuthbert's College: Leading Independent Girls School in Auckland, New Zealand. Web.
06 May 2010..
Slide 2
HOW TO DO A RACING DIVE
Kate Chialastri
English 393 Section 401
May 2010
Background
• At the start of a race swimmers line up on the
blocks.
• The starter calls the swimmers to take their
marks then go.
• The start is the most crucial part of the race.
Audience
• Anyone can learn to do a racing dive.
• Swimmers work for years to perfect it.
What you will need
•
•
•
•
Have a well fitting bathing suit
The pool must be deep
Plenty of time
Goggles are not required but an added bonus
Swimmers Step Up
• Rise to the blocks.
• Place toes of one foot on the
edge of the block.
• Place the other foot
shoulder width apart and
one foot behind the front
foot.
• Bend at the waist and at the
knees and relax.
Take Your Marks
• Grab the tip of the block
with both hands
• Lean forward on the block
tensing every muscle as
you do so
• Hold and wait for the
signal to go
Go
• Push off with legs while releasing the hands grip
on the block
Go
• Continue pushing forward until feet are
completely off block
• Thrust arms into streamlined position (two
hands on top of each other while arms squeezing
ears tightly)
Entering The Pool
• Fingers enter
the water
first feet
enter last.
Fully Submerged
• Hold the
streamlined
position and
kick
underwater
until you are
close to the
surface
Conclusion
• After mastering the racing dive anyone can get a
head start on their competition.
Works Cited
• "Breaststroke - Underwater Pull, Power Phase." GoSwim! Web. 06 May 2010.
• DeCamp, Scott. "MLive.com." Michigan Local News, Breaking News, Sports & Weather MLive.com. Web. 06 May 2010.
• "Diving Board Images and Stock Photos. 774 Diving Board Photography and Royalty Free
Pictures Available to Download from over 100 Stock Photo Companies." Stock
Photography - Search 6.6 Million Stock Photos, Stock Footage Video Clips, Royalty
Free Images, and Illustrations. Web. 06 May 2010.
• Getty Images. Web. 06 May 2010.
• "Olympics Beijing 2008: Men and Women's Swimming | Sport | Guardian.co.uk." Latest
News, Comment and Reviews from the Guardian | Guardian.co.uk. Web. 06 May
2010.
• St Cuthbert's College: Leading Independent Girls School in Auckland, New Zealand. Web.
06 May 2010..
Slide 3
HOW TO DO A RACING DIVE
Kate Chialastri
English 393 Section 401
May 2010
Background
• At the start of a race swimmers line up on the
blocks.
• The starter calls the swimmers to take their
marks then go.
• The start is the most crucial part of the race.
Audience
• Anyone can learn to do a racing dive.
• Swimmers work for years to perfect it.
What you will need
•
•
•
•
Have a well fitting bathing suit
The pool must be deep
Plenty of time
Goggles are not required but an added bonus
Swimmers Step Up
• Rise to the blocks.
• Place toes of one foot on the
edge of the block.
• Place the other foot
shoulder width apart and
one foot behind the front
foot.
• Bend at the waist and at the
knees and relax.
Take Your Marks
• Grab the tip of the block
with both hands
• Lean forward on the block
tensing every muscle as
you do so
• Hold and wait for the
signal to go
Go
• Push off with legs while releasing the hands grip
on the block
Go
• Continue pushing forward until feet are
completely off block
• Thrust arms into streamlined position (two
hands on top of each other while arms squeezing
ears tightly)
Entering The Pool
• Fingers enter
the water
first feet
enter last.
Fully Submerged
• Hold the
streamlined
position and
kick
underwater
until you are
close to the
surface
Conclusion
• After mastering the racing dive anyone can get a
head start on their competition.
Works Cited
• "Breaststroke - Underwater Pull, Power Phase." GoSwim! Web. 06 May 2010.
• DeCamp, Scott. "MLive.com." Michigan Local News, Breaking News, Sports & Weather MLive.com. Web. 06 May 2010.
• "Diving Board Images and Stock Photos. 774 Diving Board Photography and Royalty Free
Pictures Available to Download from over 100 Stock Photo Companies." Stock
Photography - Search 6.6 Million Stock Photos, Stock Footage Video Clips, Royalty
Free Images, and Illustrations. Web. 06 May 2010.
• Getty Images. Web. 06 May 2010.
• "Olympics Beijing 2008: Men and Women's Swimming | Sport | Guardian.co.uk." Latest
News, Comment and Reviews from the Guardian | Guardian.co.uk. Web. 06 May
2010.
• St Cuthbert's College: Leading Independent Girls School in Auckland, New Zealand. Web.
06 May 2010..
Slide 4
HOW TO DO A RACING DIVE
Kate Chialastri
English 393 Section 401
May 2010
Background
• At the start of a race swimmers line up on the
blocks.
• The starter calls the swimmers to take their
marks then go.
• The start is the most crucial part of the race.
Audience
• Anyone can learn to do a racing dive.
• Swimmers work for years to perfect it.
What you will need
•
•
•
•
Have a well fitting bathing suit
The pool must be deep
Plenty of time
Goggles are not required but an added bonus
Swimmers Step Up
• Rise to the blocks.
• Place toes of one foot on the
edge of the block.
• Place the other foot
shoulder width apart and
one foot behind the front
foot.
• Bend at the waist and at the
knees and relax.
Take Your Marks
• Grab the tip of the block
with both hands
• Lean forward on the block
tensing every muscle as
you do so
• Hold and wait for the
signal to go
Go
• Push off with legs while releasing the hands grip
on the block
Go
• Continue pushing forward until feet are
completely off block
• Thrust arms into streamlined position (two
hands on top of each other while arms squeezing
ears tightly)
Entering The Pool
• Fingers enter
the water
first feet
enter last.
Fully Submerged
• Hold the
streamlined
position and
kick
underwater
until you are
close to the
surface
Conclusion
• After mastering the racing dive anyone can get a
head start on their competition.
Works Cited
• "Breaststroke - Underwater Pull, Power Phase." GoSwim! Web. 06 May 2010.
• DeCamp, Scott. "MLive.com." Michigan Local News, Breaking News, Sports & Weather MLive.com. Web. 06 May 2010.
• "Diving Board Images and Stock Photos. 774 Diving Board Photography and Royalty Free
Pictures Available to Download from over 100 Stock Photo Companies." Stock
Photography - Search 6.6 Million Stock Photos, Stock Footage Video Clips, Royalty
Free Images, and Illustrations. Web. 06 May 2010.
• Getty Images. Web. 06 May 2010.
• "Olympics Beijing 2008: Men and Women's Swimming | Sport | Guardian.co.uk." Latest
News, Comment and Reviews from the Guardian | Guardian.co.uk. Web. 06 May
2010.
• St Cuthbert's College: Leading Independent Girls School in Auckland, New Zealand. Web.
06 May 2010..
Slide 5
HOW TO DO A RACING DIVE
Kate Chialastri
English 393 Section 401
May 2010
Background
• At the start of a race swimmers line up on the
blocks.
• The starter calls the swimmers to take their
marks then go.
• The start is the most crucial part of the race.
Audience
• Anyone can learn to do a racing dive.
• Swimmers work for years to perfect it.
What you will need
•
•
•
•
Have a well fitting bathing suit
The pool must be deep
Plenty of time
Goggles are not required but an added bonus
Swimmers Step Up
• Rise to the blocks.
• Place toes of one foot on the
edge of the block.
• Place the other foot
shoulder width apart and
one foot behind the front
foot.
• Bend at the waist and at the
knees and relax.
Take Your Marks
• Grab the tip of the block
with both hands
• Lean forward on the block
tensing every muscle as
you do so
• Hold and wait for the
signal to go
Go
• Push off with legs while releasing the hands grip
on the block
Go
• Continue pushing forward until feet are
completely off block
• Thrust arms into streamlined position (two
hands on top of each other while arms squeezing
ears tightly)
Entering The Pool
• Fingers enter
the water
first feet
enter last.
Fully Submerged
• Hold the
streamlined
position and
kick
underwater
until you are
close to the
surface
Conclusion
• After mastering the racing dive anyone can get a
head start on their competition.
Works Cited
• "Breaststroke - Underwater Pull, Power Phase." GoSwim! Web. 06 May 2010.
• DeCamp, Scott. "MLive.com." Michigan Local News, Breaking News, Sports & Weather MLive.com. Web. 06 May 2010.
• "Diving Board Images and Stock Photos. 774 Diving Board Photography and Royalty Free
Pictures Available to Download from over 100 Stock Photo Companies." Stock
Photography - Search 6.6 Million Stock Photos, Stock Footage Video Clips, Royalty
Free Images, and Illustrations. Web. 06 May 2010.
• Getty Images. Web. 06 May 2010.
• "Olympics Beijing 2008: Men and Women's Swimming | Sport | Guardian.co.uk." Latest
News, Comment and Reviews from the Guardian | Guardian.co.uk. Web. 06 May
2010.
• St Cuthbert's College: Leading Independent Girls School in Auckland, New Zealand. Web.
06 May 2010..
Slide 6
HOW TO DO A RACING DIVE
Kate Chialastri
English 393 Section 401
May 2010
Background
• At the start of a race swimmers line up on the
blocks.
• The starter calls the swimmers to take their
marks then go.
• The start is the most crucial part of the race.
Audience
• Anyone can learn to do a racing dive.
• Swimmers work for years to perfect it.
What you will need
•
•
•
•
Have a well fitting bathing suit
The pool must be deep
Plenty of time
Goggles are not required but an added bonus
Swimmers Step Up
• Rise to the blocks.
• Place toes of one foot on the
edge of the block.
• Place the other foot
shoulder width apart and
one foot behind the front
foot.
• Bend at the waist and at the
knees and relax.
Take Your Marks
• Grab the tip of the block
with both hands
• Lean forward on the block
tensing every muscle as
you do so
• Hold and wait for the
signal to go
Go
• Push off with legs while releasing the hands grip
on the block
Go
• Continue pushing forward until feet are
completely off block
• Thrust arms into streamlined position (two
hands on top of each other while arms squeezing
ears tightly)
Entering The Pool
• Fingers enter
the water
first feet
enter last.
Fully Submerged
• Hold the
streamlined
position and
kick
underwater
until you are
close to the
surface
Conclusion
• After mastering the racing dive anyone can get a
head start on their competition.
Works Cited
• "Breaststroke - Underwater Pull, Power Phase." GoSwim! Web. 06 May 2010.
• DeCamp, Scott. "MLive.com." Michigan Local News, Breaking News, Sports & Weather MLive.com. Web. 06 May 2010.
• "Diving Board Images and Stock Photos. 774 Diving Board Photography and Royalty Free
Pictures Available to Download from over 100 Stock Photo Companies." Stock
Photography - Search 6.6 Million Stock Photos, Stock Footage Video Clips, Royalty
Free Images, and Illustrations. Web. 06 May 2010.
• Getty Images. Web. 06 May 2010.
• "Olympics Beijing 2008: Men and Women's Swimming | Sport | Guardian.co.uk." Latest
News, Comment and Reviews from the Guardian | Guardian.co.uk. Web. 06 May
2010.
• St Cuthbert's College: Leading Independent Girls School in Auckland, New Zealand. Web.
06 May 2010..
Slide 7
HOW TO DO A RACING DIVE
Kate Chialastri
English 393 Section 401
May 2010
Background
• At the start of a race swimmers line up on the
blocks.
• The starter calls the swimmers to take their
marks then go.
• The start is the most crucial part of the race.
Audience
• Anyone can learn to do a racing dive.
• Swimmers work for years to perfect it.
What you will need
•
•
•
•
Have a well fitting bathing suit
The pool must be deep
Plenty of time
Goggles are not required but an added bonus
Swimmers Step Up
• Rise to the blocks.
• Place toes of one foot on the
edge of the block.
• Place the other foot
shoulder width apart and
one foot behind the front
foot.
• Bend at the waist and at the
knees and relax.
Take Your Marks
• Grab the tip of the block
with both hands
• Lean forward on the block
tensing every muscle as
you do so
• Hold and wait for the
signal to go
Go
• Push off with legs while releasing the hands grip
on the block
Go
• Continue pushing forward until feet are
completely off block
• Thrust arms into streamlined position (two
hands on top of each other while arms squeezing
ears tightly)
Entering The Pool
• Fingers enter
the water
first feet
enter last.
Fully Submerged
• Hold the
streamlined
position and
kick
underwater
until you are
close to the
surface
Conclusion
• After mastering the racing dive anyone can get a
head start on their competition.
Works Cited
• "Breaststroke - Underwater Pull, Power Phase." GoSwim! Web. 06 May 2010.
• DeCamp, Scott. "MLive.com." Michigan Local News, Breaking News, Sports & Weather MLive.com. Web. 06 May 2010.
• "Diving Board Images and Stock Photos. 774 Diving Board Photography and Royalty Free
Pictures Available to Download from over 100 Stock Photo Companies." Stock
Photography - Search 6.6 Million Stock Photos, Stock Footage Video Clips, Royalty
Free Images, and Illustrations. Web. 06 May 2010.
• Getty Images. Web. 06 May 2010.
• "Olympics Beijing 2008: Men and Women's Swimming | Sport | Guardian.co.uk." Latest
News, Comment and Reviews from the Guardian | Guardian.co.uk. Web. 06 May
2010.
• St Cuthbert's College: Leading Independent Girls School in Auckland, New Zealand. Web.
06 May 2010..
Slide 8
HOW TO DO A RACING DIVE
Kate Chialastri
English 393 Section 401
May 2010
Background
• At the start of a race swimmers line up on the
blocks.
• The starter calls the swimmers to take their
marks then go.
• The start is the most crucial part of the race.
Audience
• Anyone can learn to do a racing dive.
• Swimmers work for years to perfect it.
What you will need
•
•
•
•
Have a well fitting bathing suit
The pool must be deep
Plenty of time
Goggles are not required but an added bonus
Swimmers Step Up
• Rise to the blocks.
• Place toes of one foot on the
edge of the block.
• Place the other foot
shoulder width apart and
one foot behind the front
foot.
• Bend at the waist and at the
knees and relax.
Take Your Marks
• Grab the tip of the block
with both hands
• Lean forward on the block
tensing every muscle as
you do so
• Hold and wait for the
signal to go
Go
• Push off with legs while releasing the hands grip
on the block
Go
• Continue pushing forward until feet are
completely off block
• Thrust arms into streamlined position (two
hands on top of each other while arms squeezing
ears tightly)
Entering The Pool
• Fingers enter
the water
first feet
enter last.
Fully Submerged
• Hold the
streamlined
position and
kick
underwater
until you are
close to the
surface
Conclusion
• After mastering the racing dive anyone can get a
head start on their competition.
Works Cited
• "Breaststroke - Underwater Pull, Power Phase." GoSwim! Web. 06 May 2010.
• DeCamp, Scott. "MLive.com." Michigan Local News, Breaking News, Sports & Weather MLive.com. Web. 06 May 2010.
• "Diving Board Images and Stock Photos. 774 Diving Board Photography and Royalty Free
Pictures Available to Download from over 100 Stock Photo Companies." Stock
Photography - Search 6.6 Million Stock Photos, Stock Footage Video Clips, Royalty
Free Images, and Illustrations. Web. 06 May 2010.
• Getty Images. Web. 06 May 2010.
• "Olympics Beijing 2008: Men and Women's Swimming | Sport | Guardian.co.uk." Latest
News, Comment and Reviews from the Guardian | Guardian.co.uk. Web. 06 May
2010.
• St Cuthbert's College: Leading Independent Girls School in Auckland, New Zealand. Web.
06 May 2010..
Slide 9
HOW TO DO A RACING DIVE
Kate Chialastri
English 393 Section 401
May 2010
Background
• At the start of a race swimmers line up on the
blocks.
• The starter calls the swimmers to take their
marks then go.
• The start is the most crucial part of the race.
Audience
• Anyone can learn to do a racing dive.
• Swimmers work for years to perfect it.
What you will need
•
•
•
•
Have a well fitting bathing suit
The pool must be deep
Plenty of time
Goggles are not required but an added bonus
Swimmers Step Up
• Rise to the blocks.
• Place toes of one foot on the
edge of the block.
• Place the other foot
shoulder width apart and
one foot behind the front
foot.
• Bend at the waist and at the
knees and relax.
Take Your Marks
• Grab the tip of the block
with both hands
• Lean forward on the block
tensing every muscle as
you do so
• Hold and wait for the
signal to go
Go
• Push off with legs while releasing the hands grip
on the block
Go
• Continue pushing forward until feet are
completely off block
• Thrust arms into streamlined position (two
hands on top of each other while arms squeezing
ears tightly)
Entering The Pool
• Fingers enter
the water
first feet
enter last.
Fully Submerged
• Hold the
streamlined
position and
kick
underwater
until you are
close to the
surface
Conclusion
• After mastering the racing dive anyone can get a
head start on their competition.
Works Cited
• "Breaststroke - Underwater Pull, Power Phase." GoSwim! Web. 06 May 2010.
• DeCamp, Scott. "MLive.com." Michigan Local News, Breaking News, Sports & Weather MLive.com. Web. 06 May 2010.
• "Diving Board Images and Stock Photos. 774 Diving Board Photography and Royalty Free
Pictures Available to Download from over 100 Stock Photo Companies." Stock
Photography - Search 6.6 Million Stock Photos, Stock Footage Video Clips, Royalty
Free Images, and Illustrations. Web. 06 May 2010.
• Getty Images. Web. 06 May 2010.
• "Olympics Beijing 2008: Men and Women's Swimming | Sport | Guardian.co.uk." Latest
News, Comment and Reviews from the Guardian | Guardian.co.uk. Web. 06 May
2010.
• St Cuthbert's College: Leading Independent Girls School in Auckland, New Zealand. Web.
06 May 2010..
Slide 10
HOW TO DO A RACING DIVE
Kate Chialastri
English 393 Section 401
May 2010
Background
• At the start of a race swimmers line up on the
blocks.
• The starter calls the swimmers to take their
marks then go.
• The start is the most crucial part of the race.
Audience
• Anyone can learn to do a racing dive.
• Swimmers work for years to perfect it.
What you will need
•
•
•
•
Have a well fitting bathing suit
The pool must be deep
Plenty of time
Goggles are not required but an added bonus
Swimmers Step Up
• Rise to the blocks.
• Place toes of one foot on the
edge of the block.
• Place the other foot
shoulder width apart and
one foot behind the front
foot.
• Bend at the waist and at the
knees and relax.
Take Your Marks
• Grab the tip of the block
with both hands
• Lean forward on the block
tensing every muscle as
you do so
• Hold and wait for the
signal to go
Go
• Push off with legs while releasing the hands grip
on the block
Go
• Continue pushing forward until feet are
completely off block
• Thrust arms into streamlined position (two
hands on top of each other while arms squeezing
ears tightly)
Entering The Pool
• Fingers enter
the water
first feet
enter last.
Fully Submerged
• Hold the
streamlined
position and
kick
underwater
until you are
close to the
surface
Conclusion
• After mastering the racing dive anyone can get a
head start on their competition.
Works Cited
• "Breaststroke - Underwater Pull, Power Phase." GoSwim! Web. 06 May 2010.
• DeCamp, Scott. "MLive.com." Michigan Local News, Breaking News, Sports & Weather MLive.com. Web. 06 May 2010.
• "Diving Board Images and Stock Photos. 774 Diving Board Photography and Royalty Free
Pictures Available to Download from over 100 Stock Photo Companies." Stock
Photography - Search 6.6 Million Stock Photos, Stock Footage Video Clips, Royalty
Free Images, and Illustrations. Web. 06 May 2010.
• Getty Images. Web. 06 May 2010.
• "Olympics Beijing 2008: Men and Women's Swimming | Sport | Guardian.co.uk." Latest
News, Comment and Reviews from the Guardian | Guardian.co.uk. Web. 06 May
2010.
• St Cuthbert's College: Leading Independent Girls School in Auckland, New Zealand. Web.
06 May 2010..
Slide 11
HOW TO DO A RACING DIVE
Kate Chialastri
English 393 Section 401
May 2010
Background
• At the start of a race swimmers line up on the
blocks.
• The starter calls the swimmers to take their
marks then go.
• The start is the most crucial part of the race.
Audience
• Anyone can learn to do a racing dive.
• Swimmers work for years to perfect it.
What you will need
•
•
•
•
Have a well fitting bathing suit
The pool must be deep
Plenty of time
Goggles are not required but an added bonus
Swimmers Step Up
• Rise to the blocks.
• Place toes of one foot on the
edge of the block.
• Place the other foot
shoulder width apart and
one foot behind the front
foot.
• Bend at the waist and at the
knees and relax.
Take Your Marks
• Grab the tip of the block
with both hands
• Lean forward on the block
tensing every muscle as
you do so
• Hold and wait for the
signal to go
Go
• Push off with legs while releasing the hands grip
on the block
Go
• Continue pushing forward until feet are
completely off block
• Thrust arms into streamlined position (two
hands on top of each other while arms squeezing
ears tightly)
Entering The Pool
• Fingers enter
the water
first feet
enter last.
Fully Submerged
• Hold the
streamlined
position and
kick
underwater
until you are
close to the
surface
Conclusion
• After mastering the racing dive anyone can get a
head start on their competition.
Works Cited
• "Breaststroke - Underwater Pull, Power Phase." GoSwim! Web. 06 May 2010.
• DeCamp, Scott. "MLive.com." Michigan Local News, Breaking News, Sports & Weather MLive.com. Web. 06 May 2010.
• "Diving Board Images and Stock Photos. 774 Diving Board Photography and Royalty Free
Pictures Available to Download from over 100 Stock Photo Companies." Stock
Photography - Search 6.6 Million Stock Photos, Stock Footage Video Clips, Royalty
Free Images, and Illustrations. Web. 06 May 2010.
• Getty Images. Web. 06 May 2010.
• "Olympics Beijing 2008: Men and Women's Swimming | Sport | Guardian.co.uk." Latest
News, Comment and Reviews from the Guardian | Guardian.co.uk. Web. 06 May
2010.
• St Cuthbert's College: Leading Independent Girls School in Auckland, New Zealand. Web.
06 May 2010..
Slide 12
HOW TO DO A RACING DIVE
Kate Chialastri
English 393 Section 401
May 2010
Background
• At the start of a race swimmers line up on the
blocks.
• The starter calls the swimmers to take their
marks then go.
• The start is the most crucial part of the race.
Audience
• Anyone can learn to do a racing dive.
• Swimmers work for years to perfect it.
What you will need
•
•
•
•
Have a well fitting bathing suit
The pool must be deep
Plenty of time
Goggles are not required but an added bonus
Swimmers Step Up
• Rise to the blocks.
• Place toes of one foot on the
edge of the block.
• Place the other foot
shoulder width apart and
one foot behind the front
foot.
• Bend at the waist and at the
knees and relax.
Take Your Marks
• Grab the tip of the block
with both hands
• Lean forward on the block
tensing every muscle as
you do so
• Hold and wait for the
signal to go
Go
• Push off with legs while releasing the hands grip
on the block
Go
• Continue pushing forward until feet are
completely off block
• Thrust arms into streamlined position (two
hands on top of each other while arms squeezing
ears tightly)
Entering The Pool
• Fingers enter
the water
first feet
enter last.
Fully Submerged
• Hold the
streamlined
position and
kick
underwater
until you are
close to the
surface
Conclusion
• After mastering the racing dive anyone can get a
head start on their competition.
Works Cited
• "Breaststroke - Underwater Pull, Power Phase." GoSwim! Web. 06 May 2010.
• DeCamp, Scott. "MLive.com." Michigan Local News, Breaking News, Sports & Weather MLive.com. Web. 06 May 2010.
• "Diving Board Images and Stock Photos. 774 Diving Board Photography and Royalty Free
Pictures Available to Download from over 100 Stock Photo Companies." Stock
Photography - Search 6.6 Million Stock Photos, Stock Footage Video Clips, Royalty
Free Images, and Illustrations. Web. 06 May 2010.
• Getty Images. Web. 06 May 2010.
• "Olympics Beijing 2008: Men and Women's Swimming | Sport | Guardian.co.uk." Latest
News, Comment and Reviews from the Guardian | Guardian.co.uk. Web. 06 May
2010.
• St Cuthbert's College: Leading Independent Girls School in Auckland, New Zealand. Web.
06 May 2010..
HOW TO DO A RACING DIVE
Kate Chialastri
English 393 Section 401
May 2010
Background
• At the start of a race swimmers line up on the
blocks.
• The starter calls the swimmers to take their
marks then go.
• The start is the most crucial part of the race.
Audience
• Anyone can learn to do a racing dive.
• Swimmers work for years to perfect it.
What you will need
•
•
•
•
Have a well fitting bathing suit
The pool must be deep
Plenty of time
Goggles are not required but an added bonus
Swimmers Step Up
• Rise to the blocks.
• Place toes of one foot on the
edge of the block.
• Place the other foot
shoulder width apart and
one foot behind the front
foot.
• Bend at the waist and at the
knees and relax.
Take Your Marks
• Grab the tip of the block
with both hands
• Lean forward on the block
tensing every muscle as
you do so
• Hold and wait for the
signal to go
Go
• Push off with legs while releasing the hands grip
on the block
Go
• Continue pushing forward until feet are
completely off block
• Thrust arms into streamlined position (two
hands on top of each other while arms squeezing
ears tightly)
Entering The Pool
• Fingers enter
the water
first feet
enter last.
Fully Submerged
• Hold the
streamlined
position and
kick
underwater
until you are
close to the
surface
Conclusion
• After mastering the racing dive anyone can get a
head start on their competition.
Works Cited
• "Breaststroke - Underwater Pull, Power Phase." GoSwim! Web. 06 May 2010.
• DeCamp, Scott. "MLive.com." Michigan Local News, Breaking News, Sports & Weather MLive.com. Web. 06 May 2010.
• "Diving Board Images and Stock Photos. 774 Diving Board Photography and Royalty Free
Pictures Available to Download from over 100 Stock Photo Companies." Stock
Photography - Search 6.6 Million Stock Photos, Stock Footage Video Clips, Royalty
Free Images, and Illustrations. Web. 06 May 2010.
• Getty Images. Web. 06 May 2010.
• "Olympics Beijing 2008: Men and Women's Swimming | Sport | Guardian.co.uk." Latest
News, Comment and Reviews from the Guardian | Guardian.co.uk. Web. 06 May
2010.
• St Cuthbert's College: Leading Independent Girls School in Auckland, New Zealand. Web.
06 May 2010.
Slide 2
HOW TO DO A RACING DIVE
Kate Chialastri
English 393 Section 401
May 2010
Background
• At the start of a race swimmers line up on the
blocks.
• The starter calls the swimmers to take their
marks then go.
• The start is the most crucial part of the race.
Audience
• Anyone can learn to do a racing dive.
• Swimmers work for years to perfect it.
What you will need
•
•
•
•
Have a well fitting bathing suit
The pool must be deep
Plenty of time
Goggles are not required but an added bonus
Swimmers Step Up
• Rise to the blocks.
• Place toes of one foot on the
edge of the block.
• Place the other foot
shoulder width apart and
one foot behind the front
foot.
• Bend at the waist and at the
knees and relax.
Take Your Marks
• Grab the tip of the block
with both hands
• Lean forward on the block
tensing every muscle as
you do so
• Hold and wait for the
signal to go
Go
• Push off with legs while releasing the hands grip
on the block
Go
• Continue pushing forward until feet are
completely off block
• Thrust arms into streamlined position (two
hands on top of each other while arms squeezing
ears tightly)
Entering The Pool
• Fingers enter
the water
first feet
enter last.
Fully Submerged
• Hold the
streamlined
position and
kick
underwater
until you are
close to the
surface
Conclusion
• After mastering the racing dive anyone can get a
head start on their competition.
Works Cited
• "Breaststroke - Underwater Pull, Power Phase." GoSwim! Web. 06 May 2010.
• DeCamp, Scott. "MLive.com." Michigan Local News, Breaking News, Sports & Weather MLive.com. Web. 06 May 2010.
• "Diving Board Images and Stock Photos. 774 Diving Board Photography and Royalty Free
Pictures Available to Download from over 100 Stock Photo Companies." Stock
Photography - Search 6.6 Million Stock Photos, Stock Footage Video Clips, Royalty
Free Images, and Illustrations. Web. 06 May 2010.
• Getty Images. Web. 06 May 2010.
• "Olympics Beijing 2008: Men and Women's Swimming | Sport | Guardian.co.uk." Latest
News, Comment and Reviews from the Guardian | Guardian.co.uk. Web. 06 May
2010.
• St Cuthbert's College: Leading Independent Girls School in Auckland, New Zealand. Web.
06 May 2010.
Slide 3
HOW TO DO A RACING DIVE
Kate Chialastri
English 393 Section 401
May 2010
Background
• At the start of a race swimmers line up on the
blocks.
• The starter calls the swimmers to take their
marks then go.
• The start is the most crucial part of the race.
Audience
• Anyone can learn to do a racing dive.
• Swimmers work for years to perfect it.
What you will need
•
•
•
•
Have a well fitting bathing suit
The pool must be deep
Plenty of time
Goggles are not required but an added bonus
Swimmers Step Up
• Rise to the blocks.
• Place toes of one foot on the
edge of the block.
• Place the other foot
shoulder width apart and
one foot behind the front
foot.
• Bend at the waist and at the
knees and relax.
Take Your Marks
• Grab the tip of the block
with both hands
• Lean forward on the block
tensing every muscle as
you do so
• Hold and wait for the
signal to go
Go
• Push off with legs while releasing the hands grip
on the block
Go
• Continue pushing forward until feet are
completely off block
• Thrust arms into streamlined position (two
hands on top of each other while arms squeezing
ears tightly)
Entering The Pool
• Fingers enter
the water
first feet
enter last.
Fully Submerged
• Hold the
streamlined
position and
kick
underwater
until you are
close to the
surface
Conclusion
• After mastering the racing dive anyone can get a
head start on their competition.
Works Cited
• "Breaststroke - Underwater Pull, Power Phase." GoSwim! Web. 06 May 2010.
• DeCamp, Scott. "MLive.com." Michigan Local News, Breaking News, Sports & Weather MLive.com. Web. 06 May 2010.
• "Diving Board Images and Stock Photos. 774 Diving Board Photography and Royalty Free
Pictures Available to Download from over 100 Stock Photo Companies." Stock
Photography - Search 6.6 Million Stock Photos, Stock Footage Video Clips, Royalty
Free Images, and Illustrations. Web. 06 May 2010.
• Getty Images. Web. 06 May 2010.
• "Olympics Beijing 2008: Men and Women's Swimming | Sport | Guardian.co.uk." Latest
News, Comment and Reviews from the Guardian | Guardian.co.uk. Web. 06 May
2010.
• St Cuthbert's College: Leading Independent Girls School in Auckland, New Zealand. Web.
06 May 2010.
Slide 4
HOW TO DO A RACING DIVE
Kate Chialastri
English 393 Section 401
May 2010
Background
• At the start of a race swimmers line up on the
blocks.
• The starter calls the swimmers to take their
marks then go.
• The start is the most crucial part of the race.
Audience
• Anyone can learn to do a racing dive.
• Swimmers work for years to perfect it.
What you will need
•
•
•
•
Have a well fitting bathing suit
The pool must be deep
Plenty of time
Goggles are not required but an added bonus
Swimmers Step Up
• Rise to the blocks.
• Place toes of one foot on the
edge of the block.
• Place the other foot
shoulder width apart and
one foot behind the front
foot.
• Bend at the waist and at the
knees and relax.
Take Your Marks
• Grab the tip of the block
with both hands
• Lean forward on the block
tensing every muscle as
you do so
• Hold and wait for the
signal to go
Go
• Push off with legs while releasing the hands grip
on the block
Go
• Continue pushing forward until feet are
completely off block
• Thrust arms into streamlined position (two
hands on top of each other while arms squeezing
ears tightly)
Entering The Pool
• Fingers enter
the water
first feet
enter last.
Fully Submerged
• Hold the
streamlined
position and
kick
underwater
until you are
close to the
surface
Conclusion
• After mastering the racing dive anyone can get a
head start on their competition.
Works Cited
• "Breaststroke - Underwater Pull, Power Phase." GoSwim! Web. 06 May 2010.
• DeCamp, Scott. "MLive.com." Michigan Local News, Breaking News, Sports & Weather MLive.com. Web. 06 May 2010.
• "Diving Board Images and Stock Photos. 774 Diving Board Photography and Royalty Free
Pictures Available to Download from over 100 Stock Photo Companies." Stock
Photography - Search 6.6 Million Stock Photos, Stock Footage Video Clips, Royalty
Free Images, and Illustrations. Web. 06 May 2010.
• Getty Images. Web. 06 May 2010.
• "Olympics Beijing 2008: Men and Women's Swimming | Sport | Guardian.co.uk." Latest
News, Comment and Reviews from the Guardian | Guardian.co.uk. Web. 06 May
2010.
• St Cuthbert's College: Leading Independent Girls School in Auckland, New Zealand. Web.
06 May 2010.
Slide 5
HOW TO DO A RACING DIVE
Kate Chialastri
English 393 Section 401
May 2010
Background
• At the start of a race swimmers line up on the
blocks.
• The starter calls the swimmers to take their
marks then go.
• The start is the most crucial part of the race.
Audience
• Anyone can learn to do a racing dive.
• Swimmers work for years to perfect it.
What you will need
•
•
•
•
Have a well fitting bathing suit
The pool must be deep
Plenty of time
Goggles are not required but an added bonus
Swimmers Step Up
• Rise to the blocks.
• Place toes of one foot on the
edge of the block.
• Place the other foot
shoulder width apart and
one foot behind the front
foot.
• Bend at the waist and at the
knees and relax.
Take Your Marks
• Grab the tip of the block
with both hands
• Lean forward on the block
tensing every muscle as
you do so
• Hold and wait for the
signal to go
Go
• Push off with legs while releasing the hands grip
on the block
Go
• Continue pushing forward until feet are
completely off block
• Thrust arms into streamlined position (two
hands on top of each other while arms squeezing
ears tightly)
Entering The Pool
• Fingers enter
the water
first feet
enter last.
Fully Submerged
• Hold the
streamlined
position and
kick
underwater
until you are
close to the
surface
Conclusion
• After mastering the racing dive anyone can get a
head start on their competition.
Works Cited
• "Breaststroke - Underwater Pull, Power Phase." GoSwim! Web. 06 May 2010.
• DeCamp, Scott. "MLive.com." Michigan Local News, Breaking News, Sports & Weather MLive.com. Web. 06 May 2010.
• "Diving Board Images and Stock Photos. 774 Diving Board Photography and Royalty Free
Pictures Available to Download from over 100 Stock Photo Companies." Stock
Photography - Search 6.6 Million Stock Photos, Stock Footage Video Clips, Royalty
Free Images, and Illustrations. Web. 06 May 2010.
• Getty Images. Web. 06 May 2010.
• "Olympics Beijing 2008: Men and Women's Swimming | Sport | Guardian.co.uk." Latest
News, Comment and Reviews from the Guardian | Guardian.co.uk. Web. 06 May
2010.
• St Cuthbert's College: Leading Independent Girls School in Auckland, New Zealand. Web.
06 May 2010.
Slide 6
HOW TO DO A RACING DIVE
Kate Chialastri
English 393 Section 401
May 2010
Background
• At the start of a race swimmers line up on the
blocks.
• The starter calls the swimmers to take their
marks then go.
• The start is the most crucial part of the race.
Audience
• Anyone can learn to do a racing dive.
• Swimmers work for years to perfect it.
What you will need
•
•
•
•
Have a well fitting bathing suit
The pool must be deep
Plenty of time
Goggles are not required but an added bonus
Swimmers Step Up
• Rise to the blocks.
• Place toes of one foot on the
edge of the block.
• Place the other foot
shoulder width apart and
one foot behind the front
foot.
• Bend at the waist and at the
knees and relax.
Take Your Marks
• Grab the tip of the block
with both hands
• Lean forward on the block
tensing every muscle as
you do so
• Hold and wait for the
signal to go
Go
• Push off with legs while releasing the hands grip
on the block
Go
• Continue pushing forward until feet are
completely off block
• Thrust arms into streamlined position (two
hands on top of each other while arms squeezing
ears tightly)
Entering The Pool
• Fingers enter
the water
first feet
enter last.
Fully Submerged
• Hold the
streamlined
position and
kick
underwater
until you are
close to the
surface
Conclusion
• After mastering the racing dive anyone can get a
head start on their competition.
Works Cited
• "Breaststroke - Underwater Pull, Power Phase." GoSwim! Web. 06 May 2010.
• DeCamp, Scott. "MLive.com." Michigan Local News, Breaking News, Sports & Weather MLive.com. Web. 06 May 2010.
• "Diving Board Images and Stock Photos. 774 Diving Board Photography and Royalty Free
Pictures Available to Download from over 100 Stock Photo Companies." Stock
Photography - Search 6.6 Million Stock Photos, Stock Footage Video Clips, Royalty
Free Images, and Illustrations. Web. 06 May 2010.
• Getty Images. Web. 06 May 2010.
• "Olympics Beijing 2008: Men and Women's Swimming | Sport | Guardian.co.uk." Latest
News, Comment and Reviews from the Guardian | Guardian.co.uk. Web. 06 May
2010.
• St Cuthbert's College: Leading Independent Girls School in Auckland, New Zealand. Web.
06 May 2010.
Slide 7
HOW TO DO A RACING DIVE
Kate Chialastri
English 393 Section 401
May 2010
Background
• At the start of a race swimmers line up on the
blocks.
• The starter calls the swimmers to take their
marks then go.
• The start is the most crucial part of the race.
Audience
• Anyone can learn to do a racing dive.
• Swimmers work for years to perfect it.
What you will need
•
•
•
•
Have a well fitting bathing suit
The pool must be deep
Plenty of time
Goggles are not required but an added bonus
Swimmers Step Up
• Rise to the blocks.
• Place toes of one foot on the
edge of the block.
• Place the other foot
shoulder width apart and
one foot behind the front
foot.
• Bend at the waist and at the
knees and relax.
Take Your Marks
• Grab the tip of the block
with both hands
• Lean forward on the block
tensing every muscle as
you do so
• Hold and wait for the
signal to go
Go
• Push off with legs while releasing the hands grip
on the block
Go
• Continue pushing forward until feet are
completely off block
• Thrust arms into streamlined position (two
hands on top of each other while arms squeezing
ears tightly)
Entering The Pool
• Fingers enter
the water
first feet
enter last.
Fully Submerged
• Hold the
streamlined
position and
kick
underwater
until you are
close to the
surface
Conclusion
• After mastering the racing dive anyone can get a
head start on their competition.
Works Cited
• "Breaststroke - Underwater Pull, Power Phase." GoSwim! Web. 06 May 2010.
• DeCamp, Scott. "MLive.com." Michigan Local News, Breaking News, Sports & Weather MLive.com. Web. 06 May 2010.
• "Diving Board Images and Stock Photos. 774 Diving Board Photography and Royalty Free
Pictures Available to Download from over 100 Stock Photo Companies." Stock
Photography - Search 6.6 Million Stock Photos, Stock Footage Video Clips, Royalty
Free Images, and Illustrations. Web. 06 May 2010.
• Getty Images. Web. 06 May 2010.
• "Olympics Beijing 2008: Men and Women's Swimming | Sport | Guardian.co.uk." Latest
News, Comment and Reviews from the Guardian | Guardian.co.uk. Web. 06 May
2010.
• St Cuthbert's College: Leading Independent Girls School in Auckland, New Zealand. Web.
06 May 2010.
Slide 8
HOW TO DO A RACING DIVE
Kate Chialastri
English 393 Section 401
May 2010
Background
• At the start of a race swimmers line up on the
blocks.
• The starter calls the swimmers to take their
marks then go.
• The start is the most crucial part of the race.
Audience
• Anyone can learn to do a racing dive.
• Swimmers work for years to perfect it.
What you will need
•
•
•
•
Have a well fitting bathing suit
The pool must be deep
Plenty of time
Goggles are not required but an added bonus
Swimmers Step Up
• Rise to the blocks.
• Place toes of one foot on the
edge of the block.
• Place the other foot
shoulder width apart and
one foot behind the front
foot.
• Bend at the waist and at the
knees and relax.
Take Your Marks
• Grab the tip of the block
with both hands
• Lean forward on the block
tensing every muscle as
you do so
• Hold and wait for the
signal to go
Go
• Push off with legs while releasing the hands grip
on the block
Go
• Continue pushing forward until feet are
completely off block
• Thrust arms into streamlined position (two
hands on top of each other while arms squeezing
ears tightly)
Entering The Pool
• Fingers enter
the water
first feet
enter last.
Fully Submerged
• Hold the
streamlined
position and
kick
underwater
until you are
close to the
surface
Conclusion
• After mastering the racing dive anyone can get a
head start on their competition.
Works Cited
• "Breaststroke - Underwater Pull, Power Phase." GoSwim! Web. 06 May 2010.
• DeCamp, Scott. "MLive.com." Michigan Local News, Breaking News, Sports & Weather MLive.com. Web. 06 May 2010.
• "Diving Board Images and Stock Photos. 774 Diving Board Photography and Royalty Free
Pictures Available to Download from over 100 Stock Photo Companies." Stock
Photography - Search 6.6 Million Stock Photos, Stock Footage Video Clips, Royalty
Free Images, and Illustrations. Web. 06 May 2010.
• Getty Images. Web. 06 May 2010.
• "Olympics Beijing 2008: Men and Women's Swimming | Sport | Guardian.co.uk." Latest
News, Comment and Reviews from the Guardian | Guardian.co.uk. Web. 06 May
2010.
• St Cuthbert's College: Leading Independent Girls School in Auckland, New Zealand. Web.
06 May 2010.
Slide 9
HOW TO DO A RACING DIVE
Kate Chialastri
English 393 Section 401
May 2010
Background
• At the start of a race swimmers line up on the
blocks.
• The starter calls the swimmers to take their
marks then go.
• The start is the most crucial part of the race.
Audience
• Anyone can learn to do a racing dive.
• Swimmers work for years to perfect it.
What you will need
•
•
•
•
Have a well fitting bathing suit
The pool must be deep
Plenty of time
Goggles are not required but an added bonus
Swimmers Step Up
• Rise to the blocks.
• Place toes of one foot on the
edge of the block.
• Place the other foot
shoulder width apart and
one foot behind the front
foot.
• Bend at the waist and at the
knees and relax.
Take Your Marks
• Grab the tip of the block
with both hands
• Lean forward on the block
tensing every muscle as
you do so
• Hold and wait for the
signal to go
Go
• Push off with legs while releasing the hands grip
on the block
Go
• Continue pushing forward until feet are
completely off block
• Thrust arms into streamlined position (two
hands on top of each other while arms squeezing
ears tightly)
Entering The Pool
• Fingers enter
the water
first feet
enter last.
Fully Submerged
• Hold the
streamlined
position and
kick
underwater
until you are
close to the
surface
Conclusion
• After mastering the racing dive anyone can get a
head start on their competition.
Works Cited
• "Breaststroke - Underwater Pull, Power Phase." GoSwim! Web. 06 May 2010.
• DeCamp, Scott. "MLive.com." Michigan Local News, Breaking News, Sports & Weather MLive.com. Web. 06 May 2010.
• "Diving Board Images and Stock Photos. 774 Diving Board Photography and Royalty Free
Pictures Available to Download from over 100 Stock Photo Companies." Stock
Photography - Search 6.6 Million Stock Photos, Stock Footage Video Clips, Royalty
Free Images, and Illustrations. Web. 06 May 2010.
• Getty Images. Web. 06 May 2010.
• "Olympics Beijing 2008: Men and Women's Swimming | Sport | Guardian.co.uk." Latest
News, Comment and Reviews from the Guardian | Guardian.co.uk. Web. 06 May
2010.
• St Cuthbert's College: Leading Independent Girls School in Auckland, New Zealand. Web.
06 May 2010.
Slide 10
HOW TO DO A RACING DIVE
Kate Chialastri
English 393 Section 401
May 2010
Background
• At the start of a race swimmers line up on the
blocks.
• The starter calls the swimmers to take their
marks then go.
• The start is the most crucial part of the race.
Audience
• Anyone can learn to do a racing dive.
• Swimmers work for years to perfect it.
What you will need
•
•
•
•
Have a well fitting bathing suit
The pool must be deep
Plenty of time
Goggles are not required but an added bonus
Swimmers Step Up
• Rise to the blocks.
• Place toes of one foot on the
edge of the block.
• Place the other foot
shoulder width apart and
one foot behind the front
foot.
• Bend at the waist and at the
knees and relax.
Take Your Marks
• Grab the tip of the block
with both hands
• Lean forward on the block
tensing every muscle as
you do so
• Hold and wait for the
signal to go
Go
• Push off with legs while releasing the hands grip
on the block
Go
• Continue pushing forward until feet are
completely off block
• Thrust arms into streamlined position (two
hands on top of each other while arms squeezing
ears tightly)
Entering The Pool
• Fingers enter
the water
first feet
enter last.
Fully Submerged
• Hold the
streamlined
position and
kick
underwater
until you are
close to the
surface
Conclusion
• After mastering the racing dive anyone can get a
head start on their competition.
Works Cited
• "Breaststroke - Underwater Pull, Power Phase." GoSwim! Web. 06 May 2010.
• DeCamp, Scott. "MLive.com." Michigan Local News, Breaking News, Sports & Weather MLive.com. Web. 06 May 2010.
• "Diving Board Images and Stock Photos. 774 Diving Board Photography and Royalty Free
Pictures Available to Download from over 100 Stock Photo Companies." Stock
Photography - Search 6.6 Million Stock Photos, Stock Footage Video Clips, Royalty
Free Images, and Illustrations. Web. 06 May 2010.
• Getty Images. Web. 06 May 2010.
• "Olympics Beijing 2008: Men and Women's Swimming | Sport | Guardian.co.uk." Latest
News, Comment and Reviews from the Guardian | Guardian.co.uk. Web. 06 May
2010.
• St Cuthbert's College: Leading Independent Girls School in Auckland, New Zealand. Web.
06 May 2010.
Slide 11
HOW TO DO A RACING DIVE
Kate Chialastri
English 393 Section 401
May 2010
Background
• At the start of a race swimmers line up on the
blocks.
• The starter calls the swimmers to take their
marks then go.
• The start is the most crucial part of the race.
Audience
• Anyone can learn to do a racing dive.
• Swimmers work for years to perfect it.
What you will need
•
•
•
•
Have a well fitting bathing suit
The pool must be deep
Plenty of time
Goggles are not required but an added bonus
Swimmers Step Up
• Rise to the blocks.
• Place toes of one foot on the
edge of the block.
• Place the other foot
shoulder width apart and
one foot behind the front
foot.
• Bend at the waist and at the
knees and relax.
Take Your Marks
• Grab the tip of the block
with both hands
• Lean forward on the block
tensing every muscle as
you do so
• Hold and wait for the
signal to go
Go
• Push off with legs while releasing the hands grip
on the block
Go
• Continue pushing forward until feet are
completely off block
• Thrust arms into streamlined position (two
hands on top of each other while arms squeezing
ears tightly)
Entering The Pool
• Fingers enter
the water
first feet
enter last.
Fully Submerged
• Hold the
streamlined
position and
kick
underwater
until you are
close to the
surface
Conclusion
• After mastering the racing dive anyone can get a
head start on their competition.
Works Cited
• "Breaststroke - Underwater Pull, Power Phase." GoSwim! Web. 06 May 2010.
• DeCamp, Scott. "MLive.com." Michigan Local News, Breaking News, Sports & Weather MLive.com. Web. 06 May 2010.
• "Diving Board Images and Stock Photos. 774 Diving Board Photography and Royalty Free
Pictures Available to Download from over 100 Stock Photo Companies." Stock
Photography - Search 6.6 Million Stock Photos, Stock Footage Video Clips, Royalty
Free Images, and Illustrations. Web. 06 May 2010.
• Getty Images. Web. 06 May 2010.
• "Olympics Beijing 2008: Men and Women's Swimming | Sport | Guardian.co.uk." Latest
News, Comment and Reviews from the Guardian | Guardian.co.uk. Web. 06 May
2010.
• St Cuthbert's College: Leading Independent Girls School in Auckland, New Zealand. Web.
06 May 2010.
Slide 12
HOW TO DO A RACING DIVE
Kate Chialastri
English 393 Section 401
May 2010
Background
• At the start of a race swimmers line up on the
blocks.
• The starter calls the swimmers to take their
marks then go.
• The start is the most crucial part of the race.
Audience
• Anyone can learn to do a racing dive.
• Swimmers work for years to perfect it.
What you will need
•
•
•
•
Have a well fitting bathing suit
The pool must be deep
Plenty of time
Goggles are not required but an added bonus
Swimmers Step Up
• Rise to the blocks.
• Place toes of one foot on the
edge of the block.
• Place the other foot
shoulder width apart and
one foot behind the front
foot.
• Bend at the waist and at the
knees and relax.
Take Your Marks
• Grab the tip of the block
with both hands
• Lean forward on the block
tensing every muscle as
you do so
• Hold and wait for the
signal to go
Go
• Push off with legs while releasing the hands grip
on the block
Go
• Continue pushing forward until feet are
completely off block
• Thrust arms into streamlined position (two
hands on top of each other while arms squeezing
ears tightly)
Entering The Pool
• Fingers enter
the water
first feet
enter last.
Fully Submerged
• Hold the
streamlined
position and
kick
underwater
until you are
close to the
surface
Conclusion
• After mastering the racing dive anyone can get a
head start on their competition.
Works Cited
• "Breaststroke - Underwater Pull, Power Phase." GoSwim! Web. 06 May 2010.
• DeCamp, Scott. "MLive.com." Michigan Local News, Breaking News, Sports & Weather MLive.com. Web. 06 May 2010.
• "Diving Board Images and Stock Photos. 774 Diving Board Photography and Royalty Free
Pictures Available to Download from over 100 Stock Photo Companies." Stock
Photography - Search 6.6 Million Stock Photos, Stock Footage Video Clips, Royalty
Free Images, and Illustrations. Web. 06 May 2010.
• Getty Images. Web. 06 May 2010.
• "Olympics Beijing 2008: Men and Women's Swimming | Sport | Guardian.co.uk." Latest
News, Comment and Reviews from the Guardian | Guardian.co.uk. Web. 06 May
2010.
• St Cuthbert's College: Leading Independent Girls School in Auckland, New Zealand. Web.
06 May 2010.