concept 2 DYNAMIC - Proper Rowing Technique

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PROPER ROWING TECHNIQUE
The rowing stroke can be divided into two parts: the drive and the recovery. The drive is the work portion
of the stroke; the recovery is the rest portion that prepares you for the next drive. The body movements of
the recovery are essentially the reverse of the drive. Blend these movements into a smooth continuum to
create the rowing stroke.
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The Catch
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and not hunched.

shoulders in front of the hips.

comfortable for you. Shins should not move beyond
perpendicular.

The Drive

swing the back through the vertical position before finally
adding the arm pull.

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The Finish

support from the core muscles.

below your ribs.

relaxed. Wrists should be flat.
The Recovery

forward from the hips towards the flywheel.

knees to bend and gradually slide the seat forward on
the monorail.

shoulders relaxed and shins vertical.
USE AND TRAINING