I think what slows most people down is that when they try to do SDK, they haven’t practiced it and aren't doing it correctly and are really just creating drag, maybe they just don't have the needed core strength, or their feet aren't flexible enough or large enough to provide any kicking momentum.
Exactly! Don't expect to have good SDKs if you don't train them or have the strength to execute them.
Here is what USA Swimming says about developing an SDK:
"We are frequently asked for dolphin kick training tips and ideas to improve under waters. We have found that the keys to a strong dolphin kick are core and leg strength, ankle flexibility, and executing quick, snappy kicks that finish all the way through the toes. Based on these keys, we recommend using both vertical kicking and a monofin to improve dolphin kicking. Doing sets with a monofin will not only build strength in the appropriate core and leg muscles needed for dolphin kick, but it will also improve ankle flexibility. The key with using a monofin is to start slow and build up to larger sets as the swimmer becomes stronger."
I started training with a monofin years ago.
I think what slows most people down is that when they try to do SDK, they haven’t practiced it and aren't doing it correctly and are really just creating drag, maybe they just don't have the needed core strength, or their feet aren't flexible enough or large enough to provide any kicking momentum.
Exactly! Don't expect to have good SDKs if you don't train them or have the strength to execute them.
Here is what USA Swimming says about developing an SDK:
"We are frequently asked for dolphin kick training tips and ideas to improve under waters. We have found that the keys to a strong dolphin kick are core and leg strength, ankle flexibility, and executing quick, snappy kicks that finish all the way through the toes. Based on these keys, we recommend using both vertical kicking and a monofin to improve dolphin kicking. Doing sets with a monofin will not only build strength in the appropriate core and leg muscles needed for dolphin kick, but it will also improve ankle flexibility. The key with using a monofin is to start slow and build up to larger sets as the swimmer becomes stronger."
I started training with a monofin years ago.
