When learning the correct hand position for backstroke, it’s typically wider than you think it should be.

Because we’re learning this by starting flat on your back, the hand position should be at approximately 10 o’clock and 2 o’clock if you’re looking at a clock face.  When we get to the rotated body position, the hands will fall into place, but when you’re flat, they have to be wider.

It’s important to remain balanced and comfortable while doing this drill.

Keep the kick gentle and relaxed and if you have a hard time, as always, it may be a good idea to put on a pair of fins.

Remember, keep the eyes up, the head layed back in the water and press the upper back or upper spine into the water to get the hips to rise up so you’re laying flat on the surface.

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10 and 2 Hand Entry