Synopsis
Discover a Practical Guide to Plate-Swimming This edition presents the ideas behind using plates and flippers to boost buoyancy, speed, and endurance in the water, with practical explanations and the author’s aim to broaden access to swimming technology.
Framed as a popular, accessible manual, it blends science with hands-on instruction. The text covers the history, development, and potential of artificial aids, plus how audience reception and professional training shape their use. It also explores aquatic clothing and gear designed to improve warmth, movement, and safety in various water conditions.
- Learn how buoyant plates and detachable fins work to reduce effort and increase speed.
- Understand the basics of practical swimming aids and how they are tested in real-world settings.
- Explore recommendations for aquatic clothing and equipment that balance warmth, mobility, and safety.
- Get a sense of the debates among instructors, clubs, and the press as new methods emerge.
Ideal for readers curious about the history of swimming improvements, early sports technology, and practical approaches to learning water skills with mechanical help.
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book re-introduces an exciting and innovative swimming technique, combining swimming action with mechanical aids to create 'plate-swimming.' Through detailed instructions, diagrams, and real-life examples, the technique's principles and its effectiveness in teaching and perfecting the art of swimming are explored. The author, an experienced swimmer and inventor, brings forth a wealth of knowledge and passion for the sport, sharing insights into the history, science, and techniques of swimming. From mastering the basics for non-swimmers to enhancing skills for experts, and the use of plates for weight-carrying, diving, and life-saving, this book provides a comprehensive guide to revolutionize the way we learn, practice, and experience swimming. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781332422692_0
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PlateSwimming With Notes on the Science of Natation Classic Reprint
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PlateSwimming With Notes on the Science of Natation Classic Reprint
Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781332422692
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