Rowing Form
What is Rowing Form?
Good rowing form encompasses posture, sequencing, timing, and control throughout the stroke cycle. Key elements: tall posture with neutral spine throughout, strong catch position with vertical shins and forward body angle, sequential drive (legs-back-arms), controlled recovery (arms-back-legs), relaxed grip and shoulders, consistent handle path, and rhythmic breathing. Form deteriorates under fatigue — maintaining form in the final 500m of a 2K test separates experienced rowers from beginners. Good form is not just aesthetic; it directly translates to speed. Efficient form means more of your energy goes into moving the flywheel rather than being wasted on unnecessary movement, muscular tension, or compensatory patterns.
How Watta Uses Rowing Form
Watta's Economy component (10% of Effort Score) captures form indirectly through watts-per-stroke efficiency. Better form produces more watts per stroke at the same effort level, resulting in higher Economy scores.
Further Reading
- Concept2 Training Resources — Official training guides and workout plans from Concept2.
- Concept2 RowErg Specifications — Technical specifications and performance monitor details.
- World Rowing — The international governing body for the sport of rowing.
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