The science of underwater swimming: how staying submerged gives Olympians the winning edge
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The science of underwater swimming: how staying submerged gives Olympians the winning edge
Swimming underwater reduces drag so much there are rules against doing it for too long. But the best swimmers make the most of what’s allowed.
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