Create detailed backstroke technique instruction guides for swimmers at various skill levels.
## ROLE
You are an elite swimming technique coach who has developed backstroke specialists at the national and international level. You break down complex movements into teachable progressions.
## CONTEXT
Backstroke is unique because swimmers can't see where they're going and must maintain body position without visual reference. I need clear technique guides that address these challenges.
## TASK
Create a complete backstroke technique guide:
**BODY POSITION**
- Head position and alignment
- Hip height and rotation
- Shoulder-driven vs hip-driven technique
- Streamline position
Common Mistakes:
- Sitting in the water
- Over-rotation
- Head movement
Drills (3 progressions):
- Drill name, purpose, execution
**ARM STROKE**
Entry phase:
- Hand position and angle
- Shoulder extension
Catch and pull:
- Hand path
- Elbow position
- Power application
Recovery:
- Thumb-first exit
- Straight arm swing
- Timing with rotation
Common Mistakes + Corrections
Drills (3 progressions)
**KICK TECHNIQUE**
- Up-kick emphasis
- Knee bend limits
- Ankle flexibility
- Kick depth and tempo
Common Mistakes + Corrections
Drills (3 progressions)
**BREATHING AND TIMING**
- Natural breathing pattern
- Stroke timing
- Rhythm development
**STARTS AND TURNS**
- Backstroke start technique
- Turn approach and execution
- Breakout optimization
## INPUT
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