''Crowood Sports Guides'' provide sound, practical advice that will help make you a better sportsperson whether you are learning the basic skills, discovering more advanced techniques or reviewing the fundamentals of your sport. Featured in this book are: information boxes containing key points and top tips; sequence photographs and detailed diagrams in colour; a thorough analysis of the four strokes [Butterfly, Backstroke, Breaststroke and Freestyle]; starts and turns analysis, including the individual Medley; valuable advice on techniques, coaching, drills, training, tapering, nutrition, and competition psychology; and an introduction to rules and equipment.