[header] How to row faster [title] Get in the proper starting position. [step] The starting position is also known as the catch. In this position, your arms should be straight out in front of you and your shoulders should be level.
[header] How to row faster [title] Get in the proper starting position. [step] The starting position is also known as the catch. In this position, your arms should be straight out in front of you and your shoulders should be level.
Your legs should be turned toward the sky but extended forward. [substeps] To get into the right position, bring your hands together and lower them down to make a rounded bump with your pelvis. Stand facing forward with legs wider and your shoulders neutral to determine the proper starting position. [substeps] Engage your abdominal muscles to ensure that you feel relaxed and in control. Your knees should be bent and your front foot should be in line with the tip of your chin. Don't even look down; stay focused on the task at hand. Lean your upper body forward but keep a straight back. Bend your knees and keep your shins as vertical as possible.