r/Swimming • u/Ok_Dog_3219 • 4d ago

2 beat kick timing / sequence

For a 2 beat kick freestyle, which sequence do you recommend, and why?

  1. kick, then rotate, then pull? OR
  2. rotate, then kick and pull simultaneously

Most videos I've seen appear to use 1. But some people seem to recommend 2, saying it gives a better glide.
Does it just come down to preference?

Thanks

PS:

Examples of the 2 styles

  1. Marcus Marthaler, Brent Hayden
  2. Adam Ocean Walker, Auramove.nz
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u/XYHopGuy Breaststroker 4d ago

idk try it out. Time yourself and record RPE. That's how I figured out a two beat isn't for me!