Butterfly kick with kickboard

The butterfly kick with a kickboard is a swimming drill that helps swimmers improve their butterfly stroke technique and strength.

Here’s how to perform it:

Body Position:

Hold the kickboard out in front of you with both hands, keeping your arms straight. Your body should be in a streamlined position with your face in the water.

Kick:

Initiate a dolphin kick by making a wave-like motion with both legs simultaneously. The kick originates from your hips, not your knees. Focus on keeping your legs together and your toes pointed.

Breathing:

Since you’re using a kickboard, your head will be above the water, allowing you to breathe freely without the need to coordinate your breathing with the kick.

Repeat:

Continue kicking with the kickboard while maintaining proper technique for a predetermined distance or time. Focus on generating power from your core and hips rather than just your legs.

Variations:

Once you’re comfortable with the basic drill, you can experiment with different variations, such as increasing the speed of your kicks, adding fins for extra resistance, or incorporating intervals where you kick faster or slower.

Practice Consistently:

Like any swimming drill, regular practice is key to improvement. Incorporate the butterfly kick with a kickboard into your swim workouts regularly to see progress in your butterfly stroke technique and overall swimming performance.

Remember to always practice in a safe swimming environment, and if you’re unsure about any aspect of your technique, consider seeking guidance from a qualified swimming coach.