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Don't push the boat back at the catch

In this video, Ken Davey demonstrates what pushing the boat backward at the catch is.
You will learn:
  • What pushing the boat back is
  • How it slows the boat down
  • How much water you can lose each stroke if you push the boat back
  • An example from an athlete before coaching this problem and an example of the same athlete after fixing the problem
  • How to get well connected and avoid backward movement
  • How to spot a lack of connection
  • What the coach should focus on to fix the problem
  • How to make a positive change in your athletes

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