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What are some of the ways that competitive swimmers can decrease the amount of friction between themselves and the water through which the swim?
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Most competitive swimmers will shave all body hair except the hair on their heads to lessen the amount of friction between themselves and the water. They also might wear a swimsuit that reflects water instead of soaking it up.
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