Inverted breaststroke kick

Idea of the drill

It’s the best exercise for a weak breaststroke kick. Since it is a common mistake that the knees fall into the bottom and the legs cannot catch the water, therefore, when you do it on your back, it will be easier for the child to develop a balanced breaststroke kick with perfect body control.

Here’s a breakdown of how it works:

Body Position:

Lie on your back with your body straight and your legs together.

Leg Movement:

Outward Sweep: Bend your knees and bring your heels towards your buttocks, keeping your knees slightly apart. Turn your feet outwards.

Power Phase:

Push your legs outwards and then sweep them back together in a circular motion, similar to the regular breaststroke kick but in reverse.

Recovery:

Straighten your legs back together to the starting position.

1. Lie on your back with your arms straight above your head and start doing breaststroke kicks.

2. Straighten your body and legs.

3. While bend your knees to 40° -45° keep your feet in relation to the water surface 20° - 25°.

4. Then rotate the toes out and open your feet pointed out.

5. Then kick with your feet and close your legs straight together, counting to three after each repetition.

This technique is useful for maintaining a streamlined position while swimming on your back, providing good propulsion and allowing for easier breathing and visibility.