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Here are 3 common rowing mistakes,
and how to correct them:
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*Affordability – rowing machines parallel elliptical trainers in price
range. Like ellipticals, they span the gamut from cheap models to
top-end, commercial grade units costing several thousand dollars.
Mistake #1: Leaning Back Too
Much at the Finish of the Rowing Technique
This happens when you're rowing on an
indoor rower and your body leans too far back at the end of the row
(with your legs extended and the handle of the rowing machine pulled
towards your body). It will appear as though your back is straightening
itself out.
To correct this, simply focus on
keeping an upright posture, leaning back slightly so your shoulders are
just behind your pelvis at the end of the rowing motion.
Mistake #2: Hunched Over at the
Beginning of the Rowing Motion
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But before considering such idea, you have to try using rowing machine
first. Rowing machines are made to replicate the actual exercise made
on water.
Being hunched right before you pull the
handle of the rowing machine can make you susceptible to back injuries.
In this position, your arms are extended, your back is curled forward,
and your head is looking down, making it appear that you're trying to
curl up into a ball.
By keeping your head up while looking
forward, and focusing more on keeping a strong, upright posture can
correct this mistake.
Mistake #3: Hunched Over at the
End of the Row
This rowing technique mistake
tends to happen if you're already in a hunched position at the beginning
of the motion (see mistake #2). Your body and will be curled forward at
the end of the row while your arms and the handle of the rowing machine
is pulled toward your body. Again, the hunched position during any
points of the rowing stroke can make the user susceptible to back
injuries.
The key to fixing the hunched over
position is posture. Your sitting up straight, shoulders pulled back,
while keeping your head up and eyes looking forward during the end of
the rowing technique will can correct this problem. |
