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Question
What is the difference between freestyle and breast stroke?
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Solution
| Basis of Difference | Freestyle | Breast stroke |
|---|---|---|
| Body position | The swimmer lies face-down in a streamlined position. | The swimmer lies face-down and glides between strokes. |
| Arm action | Arms pull alternately through the water. | Arms move together in a symmetrical pull. |
| Leg action | Alternating up-and-down flutter kick. | A simultaneous kick with the legs drawn in and pushed out. |
| Breathing and timing | The swimmer turns the head sideways to breathe; the arms and flutter kick continue in coordination. | The swimmer raises the head to breathe, then coordinates the pull and kick with a glide. |
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