The article "Do You Make These Mistakes When Using A Rowing Machine?" is about fitness, it was written by John Phung.
Just like working out with any ohter exercise equipment, the
rowing machine technique involves skill, and learning how
to row will take time to master. If you're new to indoor
rowing, the rowing motion may seem unnatural and difficult to
learn, and you'll probably make mistakes as you row. It's
important to learn how to use a rowing machine properly, because
you'll experience immediate benefits from the exercise, reduce
your chances of unnecessary injuries, and you're bound to enjoy
working out with an indoor rower if you're doing it right in the
first place!
The rowing motion should appear to a smooth, rhythmic action
when it's performed properly, however, errors in the rowing
technique can occur during the motion that can place you under
needless risk of injury.
Here are 3 common rowing mistakes, and
how to correct them:
Mistake #1: Lenaing Back Too Much at the Finish of the Rowing
Technique
This happens when you're rowing on an indoor
rower and your body leans too far back at the end of the row
(with your legs extended and the handle of the rowing machine
pulled towards your body).
It will appear as though your back is
straightening itself out.
To correct this, simply focus on keeping an upright posture,
leaning back slightly so your shoulders are just behind your
pelvis at the end of the rowing motion.
Mistake #2: Hunhced Over at the Beginning of the Rowing
Motion
Being hunched right before you pull the handle of the rowing
machine can make you susceptible to back injuries.
In this
position, your arms are extended, your back is curled forward,
and your head is looknig down, making it appear that you're
trying to curl up into a ball.
By keeping your head up while looking forward, and focusing more
on keeping a strong, upright posture can correct this
mistake.
Mistake #3: Hunched Over at the End of the Row
This rowing technique mistake tends to happen if you're already
in a hunched position at the beginning of the motion (see
mistake #2). Your body and will be curled forward at the end of
the row wihle your arms and the handle of the rowing machine is
pulled toward your body. Again, the hunched position during any
points of the rowing stroke can make the user susceptilbe to
back injuries.
The key to fixing the hunhced over position is posture. Your
sitting up straight, shoulders pulled back, while keeping your
head up and eyes looking forward during the end of the rowing
technique will can correct this trouble.
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