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starting positions
Dives are started with or without run-up walks and in one of the positions recognized by the International Amateur Swimming Federation (FINA).
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inward
Dive started with the back turned toward the water; the diver then performs one or more forward spins.
reverse
Dive started facing the water; the athlete then performs one or more backward spins.
armstand
Started on the hands for five seconds; this type of dive is done from a platform.
backward
Dive started with the back turned toward the water; the competitor then executes one or more backward spins.
forward
Dive started facing the water and followed by one or more forward spins.