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Swimming is how humans and other animals move through water.
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Fast Facts
- Artwork in an Egyptian tomb dating back to 2,000 B.C. depicts characters swimmingWashington Post: The Development of the Modern Stroke
- Swimming has been a part of the Olympics since 1896Washington Post: The Development of the Modern Stroke
- Residential pools were first built in the 1920sWashington Post: The Development of the Modern Stroke
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Strokes
There are four basic strokes associated with swimming. The first stroke popularized was the breaststroke followed by the butterfly stroke. The backstroke and the front crawl, also known as the Freestyle, are variations of the breaststroke. -
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i miss swimming. i think im going to make an effort to swim more often these holidays
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@waba19 and you're watching a movie.. Why? Swimming still an option?;)
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@Kool_Kid89 aww every1 going out but me cuz im swimming in homework :(
@chefasha | November 08, 2009 06:06 AM -
is really enjoying living close to a community pool. Swimming laps, then taking breaks for diving, is a fun way to get exercise!
@jasonbrink1 | November 08, 2009 04:27 AM
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Questions and Answers About Swimming | View All | Ask a Question
View All Swimming Questions (98) | Ask a QuestionHow many calories does swimming burn? (1 Answer)Doing freestyle laps in the swimming pool burns anywhere from 450 to 700 calories an hour. The immensity of the butterfly stroke requires a full body workout. This swimming stroke ... read moreDo you ever swim naked?No dude. Its not possible in public. If its a private i cant swim naked. HEHEEHEHE read moreWhat is the easiest swimming stroke for swimming in open water? (3 Answers)Well, it depends on whether you want to win, or just make it through the .5 mile without drowning. Freestyle is your best competitive bet, but if you're afraid you ... read more
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