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ROWING TECHNIQUE
OVER REACHING
INCORRECT
The body stretches too far forward. The shins may be past vertical. The head and shoulders tend to
drop towards the feet. The body is in a weak position for the stroke.
SOLUTION
The shins are vertical. The body is pressed up to the legs. The arms are fully extended and relaxed,
body tilted slightly forward. This position should feel comfortable.
ROWING WITH ARMS BENT
INCORRECT
The user starts the stroke by pulling with the arms rather than pushing with the legs.
SOLUTION
The user starts the stroke by pushing the legs and bracing the back with the arms fully extended
and relaxed.
