I'm probably starting to sound like a broken record. You're right about kicking on your back. I can really move while doing it. It is a good workout for the muscles you use for freestyle kicking and the form is close to correct. The issue comes in when you flip back over and are working on a proper stroke with a smooth body roll it can be hard to keep your timing right and you tend to start doing a leg drag (not really kicking efficiently). Again, form is everything in swimming.
Also remember to keep your head back and your hips up when you are kicking on your back or you'll screw up your form. It's not as comfortable but putting your arms straight out over your head will help with this if you have a problem with your hips dropping.
Man, you guys are making me really dig into my vault. Thanks for making me remember this stuff. I'm starting to feel like getting more swimming in again.
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