How To Row
3. Focus Points
There are 5 focus points that we are interested in. Each point will help you hone a different part of the row. Pay close attention to the different images as they reveal what parts of the body you should be paying attention during that step.
1. Catch Position
Tip: Have Good Posture
Think of sitting tall all the times, concentrate on pulling your navel into your spine.
2. The Drive
Tip: Use Your Legs
The majority of the power comes from the legs, ensure you are initiating the Drive and pushing firmly away with your legs on each stroke.
3. The Release Position
Tip: Accelerate The Handle Into The Body
Focus on having a strong pull of the handle towards the body at the end of the drive phase.
4. The Rocked Over Position
Tip: Smooth Rhythmical Continuous Rowing Action
Aim to have a good Ratio and Rhythm – that is spending twice as much time going forwards up the slide on the recovery as compared to the drive back.
5. The Recovery Phase
Tip: Long Rowing Action
Try to get full compression of the legs and full reach of the upper back and arms to a position comfortable for you. Stroke length will vary according to your flexibility and body shape and should improve over time.
