I agree with a lot of what is said. Some really long replys too.
Sorry I can't write that much, I just want to say that a change in the surface area will change your fall rate.
Some suggestions were dearching and the beach ball method which was the way were taught from year to year, but this method does not change the surface area as much as the tunnel technique of turning the body into a long flat board by streatching your arms and legs straight out.
Maximum surface area. Takes some practice just like any other technique.
Give it a try
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