Hello, I'm new here.
I'm 59 and getting back into swimming. I've always had a poor kick. Right now some times are as follows - 25 yd pool, start in water.
100 free 1:20,
100 free, pull only with pull buoy 1:25
50 yd kick with kick board 2:30
I've read on improving my kick and I know several things to work on like ankle flexibility. I'm not really looking for advice (although I'll happily accept it), just an idea if this is really as bad as I think or if it is more common that I think. Do those times look like a REALLY BAD kick? Is it common to get almost no help from your kick?
Thanks,
bw
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abc,
While I guess I understand how you could come to that conclusion, the time is real and I am serious.
One purpose was to get an idea of just how bad my kick is and you've certainly provided some of the best feedback on that and I appreciate it.
It may further surprise you that I am athletic, and not overweight. At 6' 4", 185lbs there are not too many in my general age group that are in better shape than me - although I'm sure this board is not a representative sample.
If you've ever seen the ReMax Long Drive Championships on ESPN, 3 years ago, I was one of 28 qualifiers in the Super Senior Division that competed in the World Championships. An while that has nothing to do with swimming, I am trying to retain some dignity here.
Regards,
bw
abc,
While I guess I understand how you could come to that conclusion, the time is real and I am serious.
One purpose was to get an idea of just how bad my kick is and you've certainly provided some of the best feedback on that and I appreciate it.
It may further surprise you that I am athletic, and not overweight. At 6' 4", 185lbs there are not too many in my general age group that are in better shape than me - although I'm sure this board is not a representative sample.
If you've ever seen the ReMax Long Drive Championships on ESPN, 3 years ago, I was one of 28 qualifiers in the Super Senior Division that competed in the World Championships. An while that has nothing to do with swimming, I am trying to retain some dignity here.
Regards,
bw
