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To swim faster by reducing resistance, what body position helps?

A horizontal position in the water.

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  1. A vertical treading position
  2. A curled-up ball position
  3. A horizontal position in the water ✔

Why: A horizontal water position reduces drag and helps swimmers move more efficiently.

Huh, didn't know that: A horizontal water position reduces drag and helps swimmers move more efficiently.

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Stay horizontal and you will get along swimmingly with the water.
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Answer: A horizontal position in the water. A horizontal water position reduces drag and helps swimmers move more efficiently.

  1. Swimming en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Swimming
    Efficient swimming by reducing water resistance involves a horizontal water position
    Checked 2026-11-07.

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