If you are properly weighted underwater, how should you float?

When properly weighted underwater, you should float at eye level within the water. This neutral buoyancy means that you have the right amount of weight to neither sink to the bottom nor float to the surface; instead, you maintain a balance where your head is just at or slightly below the surface while your body remains level in the water. This positioning allows for better control and comfort while diving, enabling you to remain relatively still and conserve energy.

Floating at eye level is particularly important for easy breathing and observing your environment without unnecessary physical exertion. When you are properly weighted, it allows for optimal buoyancy regulation with your BCD (Buoyancy Control Device). This skill is essential for safe diving practices, as it gives you the ability to respond to any underwater situation effectively.

The other options do not represent ideal buoyancy. Being at the surface with feet below emphasizes an unbalanced state that could indicate over-weighting, while having your head submerged or your body fully submerged suggests an incorrect weight distribution. Maintaining eye level creates a stable and efficient position for divers during underwater activities.