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Rowing technique: legs, body, arms

FORMA Team · 4 min czytania

Rowing works almost your whole body — if you use it in the right order. Remember: legs, body, arms on the way out; arms, body, legs on the way back.

The drive

Push with your legs first, keeping your arms straight. When your legs are almost straight, lean back slightly, then pull the handle to just below your chest.

The return

Reverse it: straighten your arms, lean forward from the hips, then bend your knees to slide back. The return should take about twice as long as the drive.

Getting started

Start on a low resistance with 10–15 minutes at an easy pace. Focus on smooth strokes rather than speed — around 20–24 strokes per minute.

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