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We all know that rowing is sitting in a boat, probably with other people, and pulling on oars in order to direct the boat through the water. However, rowing has much more meaning and history than that simple description imparts. On this website, we will give you more information on the basics you should know about rowing.
First of all, it is important to understand boating directions. The "stern" is the back of the boat, and the "bow" is the front of the boat. If you are facing the front of the boat, or the bow, then "port" is on your left and the "starboard" is on your right.
There are two different kinds of rowing strokes an athlete can employ: these include the "sweep," where the rower has one oar held in both hands, and "sculling" where each rower has two oars -- one in each hand.
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Rowing is excellent for your health as well-it's one of the few sports that exercises all the body's major muscle groups, is low impact, AND gives you both a muscular and a cardiovascular workout. Because of the confined space that rowers work in, injuries are rare. If an athlete rows with subpar technique, however, he will run the risk of strain in the knees, back and forearms.