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Swim Faster By Brushing Your Big Toes

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Paul Newsome, Swim Smooth
Jan 25, 2010
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Here's something to try the next time you swim. Think about kicking with your feet angled slightly inwards, brushing your big toes lightly together as they pass on every kick.

Angling your feet in slightly is good technique and gently tapping your big toes lets you check your kick rhythm. If you have an occasional pause between toe taps then it’s likely …

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