The flutter kick is a basic swimming technique where you kick your legs alternately in a continuous fluttering motion. Incorporating sideways kicks into your flutter kick routine can enhance its strength and effectiveness. Sideways kicking engages different muscle groups, particularly your core and hip muscles, which contribute to a more powerful kick. #swimminglessons #swimschool #swimlife #swimtraining #swimcoach #swimclass #learntoswim #swimmingfitness #swimmingtime #swimmingfun #swimminglove

The three roles of flutter kick in freestyle. One of them may surprise you! | U.S. Masters Swimming

When performing the flutter kick in swimming, controlling the kick amplitude is crucial to ensure effective propulsion without wasting energy. Here are some key points to keep in mind: 1. Don’t kick too low:- Kicking too low causes the legs to sink, creating more drag and reducing speed. - Low kicks often lead to a “tilted” body position, with the head high and legs sinking. 2. Don’t kick too high:- Kicking too high (legs lifting far out of the water) disrupts balance and wastes energy. - Excess