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Get the Most Out of the Rowing Machine by Maximizing Acceleration Across the Drive

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Acceleration across the drive phase matters greatly rowing when it comes to maximizing return on the rowing machine. In this video, Coach Walton, OLY reminds us the goal of each stroke is to elevate the rowing machine fan to the highest and fastest possible speed. And we cannot do that without acceleration.

When the fan elevates and goes faster, you generate more speed and distance per stroke. If you do not accelerate, the fan does not reposed well. While focused on acceleration, you still want to row with a fluid stroke. The rowing machine is built to mimic the boat. Rowing takes place in water. Water is fluid by definition. So, you want to make sure you are moving well within the “environment.” Just like boat, the rowing machine does not react well to harsh movement and effort.

At lower stroke ratings, it is easier to see the acceleration across the drive phase. It’s stark. At higher stroke ratings on the other hand, the acceleration is not as apparent. BUT, acceleration is still necessary at higher stroke ratings to produce the fastest speed possible.

Focus on your acceleration at the lower stroke ratings and work to maintain that acceleration as the stroke ratings increase. Always couple acceleration with 1:2 ratio. Ratio is very important in rowing. And you maximize ratio with great acceleration on the drive, and great relaxation on the recovery.

Take full advantage of your payoff for accelerating by allowing the machine to work for you on the recovery!

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