Seems like you can float on your back forever, without really getting tired. When people drown in lakes or oceans, why can’t they just float until someone rescues them? I get it if you’re wearing clothes heavy with water, but if you were already swimming, or at least dressed for it…?
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Not everyone actually knows how to float.
It’s easier to float in the ocean vs a lake.
Often times you are also injured, and in a mental state of panic.
Lastly, floating requires a small amount of movement to maintain; breathing is often more difficult so you’ll generally adjust a bit and reset as you need to manage the air in your lungs to keep you balanced (when you exhale you’ll sink a bit, when you inhale you’ll float a bit).
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