I'm 59 and started swimming laps in January. It takes me 50-60 min. to swim a mile. I swim 3 times a week. I started swimming to strengthen my back and it has certainly helped. I had also hoped to see some overall change in my body (more toned, less sag), but that hasn't happened.
Do you have to swim fast to reap the benefits of swimming?
I don't have much power in my kick and am not sure how to improve it. I've tried using a kickboard, but am not able to kick as vigorously when I swim without the kickboard.
Any advice would be appreciated.
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The kick does two things. A great kick adds propulsion and a decent kick prevent too much drag. Think of a great kick as a great asset and a decent kick as your chance for you feet "not to be anchors". The lack of flexion make your feet a great hinderance to forward propulsion. Work on improving you ankle flexion and strength. A flexible foot is a great asset to forward propulsion. Good luck.
The kick does two things. A great kick adds propulsion and a decent kick prevent too much drag. Think of a great kick as a great asset and a decent kick as your chance for you feet "not to be anchors". The lack of flexion make your feet a great hinderance to forward propulsion. Work on improving you ankle flexion and strength. A flexible foot is a great asset to forward propulsion. Good luck.
