Pretzel stick walk

The exercise begins on land. Stretch the arms forward and place the hands on top of each other. Then raise the arms upward, tuck the head between them, and fully extend the body (see image). Start the "pretzel-stick run" on tiptoes around the pool, keeping the body as stretched as possible. After practicing several times on land, the exercise can also be attempted in shallow water. Swimming requires constant alternation between stretching and relaxation. Since children rarely fully extend their bodies in daily life, this exercise helps them practice maintaining a consistent stretch over an extended period.