ryggsim
Ryggsim, known in English as backstroke, is a swimming technique performed on the back. The swimmer lies supine in the water, keeps the head still with the face inclined upward, and alternates a windmill-like arm action while delivering a steady flutter kick. It is the only competitive stroke that generally keeps the face above the water, aiding breathing and visibility.
Technique involves maintaining a streamlined, horizontal body position with the hips near the surface and the
In competition, ryggsim is one of the four strokes used in individual events and medley races. Distances
Training for ryggsim includes drills such as two-arm backstroke, catch-up drill, finger-drag drill, and backstroke kick
Historically, backstroke has been a staple of competitive swimming since the early 20th century, gradually standardized