Breaststroke kick with kickboard while head up

 

Breaststroke kick with a kickboard while keeping your head up is a great drill for improving your breaststroke technique, especially for beginners or those working on their body position and kick timing.

Here’s how you can perform it:

Equipment:

You’ll need a kickboard for this drill.

Body Position:

Hold the kickboard out in front of you with your arms fully extended. Keep your head up, looking straight ahead.

Body Position:

Maintain a horizontal body position in the water, with your chest and hips near the surface. Avoid allowing your hips to sink or your legs to drop too low, as this can increase drag and make it more challenging to maintain forward momentum.

Kick Technique:

Perform the breaststroke kick by bending your knees and bringing your heels towards your buttocks. As your feet approach your body, quickly extend your legs outward and slightly downward in a powerful kicking motion. Focus on generating propulsion primarily from your thighs and hips while keeping your ankles flexible.

Breathing:

Since your head remains above the water, breathing during this exercise is not a concern. However, you can take occasional breaths by turning your head to the side if needed.

Repetition:

Continue kicking with a steady rhythm, focusing on maintaining consistent form and technique throughout each repetition. Aim to complete several sets of kicks, gradually increasing the duration or intensity as your strength and endurance improve.

By focusing on these steps and practicing regularly, you can effectively perform breaststroke kick with a kickboard while keeping your head up, improving your leg strength, and enhancing your overall swimming technique.