Rhythm

The rhythm in a rowing boat is everything that distinguishes the stroke from a (windshield) Wiper stroke. Thus:

• Finish and initial away: After the finish, a modern initial away; see the drill Trunk throwing.
• Recovery: Slide evenly and quickly and no Apple pie with whipped cream syndrome.
• Draw: Then a fierce leg push; see the drill Practice pressure build-up.
• And finally, an accelerated draw and no Pressureless end draw.

The rhythm of the rowing stroke

Related faults and drills

	Wiper stroke
	Apple pie with whipped cream syndrome
	Lack of cadence
	Trunk throwing

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	Stroke rate
	Checking the course