THE RECOVERY: HANDS,BODY, SLIDE...
1. W/release completed,we now fully extend the outside hand & begin the body swing w/theshoulder's moving forward @ a controlled motion.
2. Pivot your body forward @ the hip towards your feet. Don't breakdown with the shoulder's.
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PREPARE YOURSELF TO CATCH! 4. @ 1/4 slide your body angle has been achieved.5. Never over extend yourself , you weaken yourself if you do.
6. Keep chin-up, from this point just roll up the slide w/ a controlled ratio.
7. Upper body never lifts up,draw your thighs towards your chest,just moveup the slide.
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RECOVER ON THE RECOVERY/REST!9. THINK RATIO: LOW RATE 1:3; HIGHER RATES 1:2.
10. Breath-inhale on the recovery;exhale on the DRIVE.
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LET THE SHELL RUN OUT & WORK FOR YOU! EXTEND THE PUDDLES PAST THE STERN.12.
REMEMBER: PUSH THE BOAT THRU THE PIN!!CONCLUSION;
To excel in this sport you must be technically sound. Understand the mechanics of the stroke. Learn to row first-How to race and win will come later.ROW FAST & PROSPER!!
Coach Sands