Backstroke Kick with arms straight above the head

Backstroke Kick with arms straight above the head

Idea of the drill

The main idea of the drill Backstroke Kick with arms straight above the head is to improve your body position, buoyancy and improve your kicking skills.

Upkick

1.1 Legs should be stretched out with toes pointed.

legs should be stretched out with toes pointed

1.2 The upkick should be from the hip while the leg perform the kicks.

the upkick should be from the hip

1.3 The thigh should be closer to the water surface in order to not create unnecessary resistance.

the thigh should be closer

Downkick

2.1 Downkick begin from hip.

downkick begin from hip

2.2 Keeping your foot in a relaxed position, extend your ankles and point your toes.

keeping your foot in a relaxed position

Above water

3.1 Legs must be underwater surface during the upkick and downkick motion.

legs must be underwater surface during

3.2 While in the upkick motion, toes can make little splashes, slightly breaking the surface of the water.

while in the upkick motion

3.3 The body should be maintained at a straight position.

the body should be maintained