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Underwater speed

August 10, 2008 |  1:42 pm

Natalie Coughlin’s compact physique packs flexibility, grace and strength, which make her a force in the 100-meter backstroke. Her underwater butterfly kick harnesses those abilities, giving her strong starts and turns.

Click here to see a graphic on Coughlin's winning technique.

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