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Yes. Humans float, some better than others based on muscle density, but if you are out of energy or barely have any left and you happen to be stranded in a body of water, your best bet is to float on your back and gently kick or use your hands to propel yourself forward.

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yes, along with breaststroke and sidestroke

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Q: Is elementary backstroke a survival stroke?
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How do you do survival backstroke?

You lay on your back. Your arms and legs move the same as elementary backstroke.


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