Dolphin Kicking Swimming

• What is dolphin kick in swimming?

➢ dolphin kick. n. A swimming kick used mainly in
butterfly in which the legs are extended straight back and
moved up and down in unison with a slight bend in the
knees on the upward movement.
Executing The Dolphin Kick
1. Push your chest a few inches into the water, then
draw it back. It's good to keep the wave-like nature of
the move in mind. Try to always execute Dolphin Kick
related motions in an undulating fashion.
2. Push your hips into the water, and then release
them. Your thighs should follow your hips in their
downward movement. Keep your legs slightly bent at the
knees.
3. Move your hips upward, and straighten your legs. As
your hips move up you should straighten your legs, and
perform a whipping movement.
4. Let your hips guide your upper legs upwards. When
your hips go up, allow your upper legs to follow the upward
movement. Then start the cycle over.
5. Keep your feet moving at the end of a downward
pointing kick. Frequently, people are quite rigid when they
execute their Dolphin Kicks. Try to avoid jerky movements
with a break at the end of the downward kick.[5]Once you're
finished with the downward movement of your feet, start
moving them upward again.
• Remember that the kicks should be flowing and smooth.
you should ideally feel fluid from your hips to your toes.
 Essay

1. What is the most hardest swimming stroke? Explain

2. Explain the importance of basic skills in swimming?

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