What is the most popular and easiest kick Why?

The flutter kick is a simple and efficient kick used in the front crawl/freestyle stroke, but also in the backstroke. Both legs are kept parallel, fairly straight, and quickly flutter up and down with toes pointed.

Where does the power come from during backstroke kick?

A propulsive backstroke kick starts from a strong core and travels in a wavelike motion through the hips, quads, shins, and feet. Like the crack of a bullwhip, the power from the center builds to an energy release at the feet, so flexibility of legs and ankles is also essential for maximum thrust.

Can you use dolphin kick in backstroke?

Obviously, it is undeniable that the 15-meter rule significantly limited the effectiveness of the underwater dolphin kick on long course backstroke. Nonetheless, they remained a staple of short course backstroke.

What is backstroke flutter kick?

In swimming strokes such as the front crawl or backstroke, the primary purpose of the flutter kick is not propulsion but keeping the legs up and in the shadow for the upper body and assisting body rotation for arm strokes. The legs are extended straight backwards in line with the body.

What is a good pace for backstroke?

For the 100, we encourage stroke rates of 100-105 per minute. For the 50, the stroke rates need to be 110-120 per minute, or even higher, if possible. In the 200 IM, the backstroke stroke rate should be around 86 per minute and slightly less, perhaps 83 per minute, in the 400 IM.

Why is my backstroke so slow?

One of the most common backstroke mistakes is crossing over the midline on entry. This slows you down because your hands must push water outward before catching the water and driving it toward your feet. This can affect your shoulders, core, and kick.

What’s the hardest swim stroke?

the butterfly
To anyone who’s not a professional swimmer, the butterfly is intimidating. It’s easily the hardest stroke to learn, and it requires some serious strength before you can start to match the speeds of the other strokes.