Breaststroke kick in streamline body position without kickboard

 

Practicing breaststroke kick in streamline body position without a kickboard can be beneficial for improving your technique and body position in the water.

Here’s how you can do it:

Body Position:

Start by pushing off the wall or floating in the water on your front with your arms extended in front of you, clasping your hands together in a streamlined position. Keep your body as straight as possible with your face looking down.

Leg Movement:

Begin the breaststroke kick by bending your knees slightly and bringing your heels towards your buttocks. Your feet should be flexed with your toes pointing outward.

Outward Sweep:

As your feet reach the highest point, open your knees wider apart while keeping your feet flexed. This is the outward sweep phase of the kick.

Inward Sweep:

From the outward position, quickly bring your feet together and point your toes as you sweep them inwards towards each other. This is the inward sweep phase.

Leg Extension:

Once your feet come together, fully extend your legs while keeping them close together. Your legs should be fully extended and straightened out behind you at this point.

Repeat:

Repeat the kicking motion rhythmically, ensuring a continuous and fluid movement. Remember to maintain a streamlined body position throughout the kick.

Breathing:

During the kick, exhale steadily through your nose or mouth as needed. You can take a breath either during the leg extension phase or when your head naturally comes out of the water or make short distance without breath.

Practice Drills:

To improve your breaststroke kick further, you can incorporate specific drills into your training routine. For example, you can practice kicking with a focus on keeping your body position streamlined and reducing resistance.

Feedback:

If possible, have a coach or experienced swimmer observe your technique and provide feedback to help you refine your movements and improve efficiency.

Consistency:

Like any skill, consistency is key to improvement. Regularly practicing your breaststroke kick without a kickboard will help you develop strength, flexibility, and coordination in your leg movements.

Remember to start slowly and focus on proper technique before gradually increasing your speed. Over time, with consistent practice, you’ll become more comfortable and proficient in performing the breaststroke kick in a streamline body position without a kickboard.