Does anyone else here NOT kick when they swim freestyle?
When I was 19, a coach told me that a lot of "real" freestylers don't kick, which was a surprise to me because every other coach I'd had would yell at me to kick during my events. I grew up thinking I was the odd one out, but maybe someone on here knows what I'm talking about...
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I agree that to have a fast 50 it is essential to have a great kick, but you also have to know your limitations. If you body won't allow you to do this then you have to make adjustments.
Also you should be using your core strength to keep you feet up. If you are having to kick to keep them up then you are not using the right muscle groups. Again I really think it comes back to using a coaches eyes to help develop your stroke.
Cheers
dave
I agree that to have a fast 50 it is essential to have a great kick, but you also have to know your limitations. If you body won't allow you to do this then you have to make adjustments.
Also you should be using your core strength to keep you feet up. If you are having to kick to keep them up then you are not using the right muscle groups. Again I really think it comes back to using a coaches eyes to help develop your stroke.
Cheers
dave
