Question

What is the procedure to start a Backstroke race?

Answer 1

A swimmer must stay on their back and use either an elementary or proper double-armed backstroke when competing in a backstroke race. The majority of backstroke disqualifications, aside from stroke infractions, happen during turns when swimmers leave their backs too soon and glide to the wall on their stomachs or neglect to push off the wall while on their backs.

1. Grab the bar firmly beneath the starting block.
2. Press the feet against the wall, about shoulder-width apart, either above or below the water's surface. The pool's backstroke wedge will reduce the possibility of foot slippage.
3. Pull yourself gently towards the starting block until your buttocks touch the water line to get ready to push off.
4. Let your head drop so that your knees are in line of sight. Relax your neck.