Rowing Machine Tutorial - Video 1. Foundation Positions

If you're new to the rowing machine or the rowing movement, this is the video for you! No matter what machine you're using -- if it's a Concept2, water rower, an RP3 -- this is STILL the video for you! We're addressing the basics of getting you started on the machine and #1 most important position to allow you to maximize your time on the machine.

There are 3 points of connection on the machine: the foot stretchers, the seat position, and the handle. This establishes the beginners rowing checklist and a baseline for you to practice so you can begin to establish a good catch position.

The single most important position you can get yourself into and the single most important part of the stroke is the catch. If you've missed the catch, you've missed the stroke entirely, and you have to start over. Use the checklist system prior to your workouts, practice spring-loading that position, and feel your workouts improve!

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