Backstroke simultaneous arm pull

The child ideally uses a pull buoy or a kickboard between their legs and performs a backstroke simultaneous arm pull. This means both arms move in sync, rotating and pushing the water backward simultaneously. This exercise helps improve water displacement during the arm stroke. As mentioned earlier, the backstroke in this core exercise is still a beginner's version and differs significantly from the backstroke used by competitive swimmers. In this early form, most propulsion for children comes from the legs. However, it is important for them to at least try to push the water backward with their arms. The arms should first pull the water, and once they pass the shoulders, transition into a push phase.