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freestyle and kick or rather lack of.

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  1. Hi, I have a question about freestyle stroke- in general.
    I've noticed that I sometimes have zero kick at all. What are the
    'cons' of having no kick? what is the best way to add a kick? Can one
    swim freestyle without a kick or is it advised to add one. thanks a lot
    KOS

  2. most likely you don't have the endurance to kick AND swim freestyle at
    the same time, it's hard work, especially with stiff ankles,

    you don't need to kick anymore then is enough to keep you legs parallel
    in the water.

    best way to add a kick is use a kickboard, try 20 laps a day with one.

  3. KOS said:

    Hi, I have a question about freestyle stroke- in general.
    I've noticed that I sometimes have zero kick at all. What are the
    'cons' of having no kick? what is the best way to add a kick? Can one
    swim freestyle without a kick or is it advised to add one. thanks a lot
    KOS

    I've been doing it for more than 50 years. My "kick" provide balance
    only.

    But when I put the fins on...

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