Hip Mobility for Swimmers
When it comes to swimming performance, your hips are the hidden powerhouse behind every explosive kick and lightning-fast turn. Yet, hip mobility is often overlooked in swim training programs—until it starts to limit performance or lead to pain.
Why does hip mobility matter?
Tight or restricted hips can throw off your body alignment in the water, reduce the efficiency of your flutter and dolphin kicks, and make your flip turns feel sluggish or incomplete. Poor hip mobility can also place excess strain on your lower back, knees, or even shoulders as your body tries to compensate.
At Rehab 2 Perform, we work with swimmers to enhance hip range of motion, core control, and lower-body strength through targeted:
- Strengthening exercises that support stability and explosive power off the wall.
- Dynamic stretching to prepare the hips for motion and reduce tightness.
- Mobility drills to increase functional range in all directions—crucial for breaststroke and powerful dolphin kicks.
Check out this series of stretches and movements to enhance your hip mobility
Hip pain or limitations in your kicks? Our expert team of performance physical therapists are here to relieve any issues and have you performing at your best. Consider Physical Therapy, and schedule a Complimentary consultation today Get Started HERE
About Rehab 2 Perform
Rehab 2 Perform is a leading physical therapy and sports rehabilitation company dedicated to helping clients achieve optimal performance in their daily lives, whether they are athletes, weekend warriors, or individuals recovering from injury. With a team of highly skilled professionals across 11 state-of-the-art locations (soon to be 12), Rehab 2 Perform offers a personalized, evidence-based approach that emphasizes active rehabilitation and functional fitness. Find a Location near you, or Schedule Here.