How much kicking should be done in open water? I have generally thought that excessive kicking is not very efficient (and more tiring being a large muscle group) in longer distances. When I was out last week, my kayaker said I wasn't kicking at all. I know I don't kick much, but I didn't realize it was so little and so noticeable. So, how much kicking should be done? How much benefit vs energy expenditure?
Another reason that you don't see a strong kick in open water is that a lot of OW swimmers are triathletes who are deliberately sparing their legs for the bike and run.
Another reason that you don't see a strong kick in open water is that a lot of OW swimmers are triathletes who are deliberately sparing their legs for the bike and run.
