My instructor wants me to use a kickboard to improve my kicking. I forget to keep kicking in the freestyle.
When I use it, it seems to hurt my back which I guess is because my head is up to breathe.
Are there other alternatives to using a kickboard to improve (or remember) to kick?
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The best way to build leg muscles is to do loooooooooooong kicking sets. 10x200s kick descend 1-5, or 40x50s kick every other one hard. Your kick will save you in the end of your races. Just look at all the great swimmers out there, they all have a great steady kick and amazing finishing kick.
But don't do long sets with your back hurting! Try using smaller boards, or kicking on your back in streamline. That way you get plenty of oxygen and can get a good flutter kick going in the right position. Also slip on some fins or zoomers to help keep your body aligned.
The best way to build leg muscles is to do loooooooooooong kicking sets. 10x200s kick descend 1-5, or 40x50s kick every other one hard. Your kick will save you in the end of your races. Just look at all the great swimmers out there, they all have a great steady kick and amazing finishing kick.
But don't do long sets with your back hurting! Try using smaller boards, or kicking on your back in streamline. That way you get plenty of oxygen and can get a good flutter kick going in the right position. Also slip on some fins or zoomers to help keep your body aligned.
