Standing Forward Dive Pike From the 3-meter Springboard
By Woody Franklin, About.com Guide
Stretching and the Water Entry
Standing Forward Dive Pike - Water Entry
Photo: Woody Franklin
During the entry into the water, the diver must maintain a hollow-body stretching position. The diver has the option of holding this position until completely submerged, or executing a somersault save underneath the surface.
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- Diving Drills and Exercises
- Proper Balance and The Initial Push From the Diving Board
- Leaving the Diving Board
- Where Do the Hips and Arms Go as the Diver Leaves the Board?
- The Open Pike Position
- Straightening the Body
- Leg Press and Stretching Position
- Hollow-Body Stretching Position
- Stretching and the Water Entry
- Rip Entry
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