PATHFit 3 Swimming Prelims

Swimming

• The propulsion of the body through water by combining arm and leg motions and the natural flotation of the body.

• an exercise is popular as an all-around body developer and is particularly useful in therapy and as exercise for physically handicapped persons. It is also taught for lifesaving purposes.

Stone Age

when prehistoric humans swam across rivers and lakes.

1800 (18th Century)

The National Swimming Society of Great Britain organized the first competitive swimming events. The primary strokes used by swimmers during this period were the breaststroke and the side stroke.

John Trudgen

Developed the "Trudgen," a front crawl using a flutter or scissor kick, which laid the foundation for the freestyle stroke.

1896

Swimming was included in the first modern Olympics in Greece.

1900

Paris Olympics, the backstroke, relay races, and water polo were added to the list of official swimming events.

1908

Federation Internationale De Natation Amateur (FINA) was formed

Fort McKinley YMCA in 1907

The first swimming pool in the Philippines was constructed

1910

The first formal swim meet was organized at Fort McKinley

1920

competitive swimming was included in the Physical Education curriculum at the University of the Philippines and the Philippine Women's University.

Conrado Benitez

emerged as an outstanding Filipino swimmer in 1912

1913

Far Eastern Games in Manila, three Filipino swimmers—Conrado Benitez, J. Del Pan, C. Aivile, and L. Cristobal—won the championship against China.

1912

Conrado Benitez emerged as an outstanding Filipino swimmer

1910

The first formal swim meet was organized at Fort McKinley marking the inception of swimming as a competitive sport.

American Military Men

introduced competitive swimming to the country.

1920

Competitive swimming was included in the Physical Education curriculum at the University of the Philippines and the Philippine Women's University.

Swimsuit

Crucial for comfort and reducing drag.

Googles

Protect your eyes from chlorine and other irritants and allow you to see clearly underwater, which is important for safety and technique.

Swim Cap

Keeps hair out of your face, reduces drag in the water, and can also protect your hair from chlorine. In many public pools, it's mandatory for hygiene reasons.

Kickboard

A floating board that you hold with your hands to isolate your leg movements. It helps you focus on and improve your kicking technique and leg strength.

Pull Buoy

A foam float placed between your thighs to immobilize your legs. It allows you to focus solely on your arm stroke and upper body strength.

Fins

Worn on your feet, and increase propulsion and help improve ankle flexibility, leg strength, and kicking technique.

Nose Clip and Earplugs

These are useful for preventing water from entering your nose and ears, which can be helpful for those who are sensitive to water or prone to ear infections.

50 Meters

Length of olympic sized pool

25 Meters

Width of olympic sized swimming pool

10 lanes of 2.5 meters

Number of lanes in swimming pool