Welcome to another Q&A session where I answer questions from you all on the internet.
Today's question is:
Answer: Breaststroke should not be wavy in the sense of excessive up-and-down motion. That kind of movement indicates a disconnected stroke and creates unnecessary drag.
You want your body line—from your head to your hips—to remain as straight and streamlined as possible. While there are different styles of breaststroke, such as higher or lower breathing positions, the key is maintaining control and minimizing unnecessary motion.
Your head position plays a major role. Wherever your head goes, your body follows. If your head is moving too much, your entire body becomes unstable.
The goal is controlled movement with minimal drag, not exaggerated wave-like motion.
Summary: Breaststroke should not be excessively wavy; maintaining a stable body line and controlled head position is key to reducing drag and improving efficiency.
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