Kicking is a critically important aspect of successful backstroke. However it is often overlooked when it comes to teaching technique. Competitive swimmers need solid, clear teaching in this area so that they can avoid developing a “Leonardo DiCaprio Backstroke.” You see, backstroke kick should be small, fast, and aggressive, like the prop on the back of a speed boat, as opposed to being large and slow, like the prop on the back of the Titanic. A large, slow kick is guaranteed to make the body sink during backstroke, a tragedy that we, like “Jack,”should strive to avoid.
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