ROWINGPurpose: Rowing engages large muscle groups and electromyography (EMG) analysis is used to assess athletes' condition and refine sports technique. The aim of the experiment was to evaluate the muscle activation level during different phases of the rowing cycle on an ergometer....
Sweep rowing In this event each rower uses both hands to manipulate one oar. The continuous stroke cycle may be broken into four phases: The "catch" occurs as the vertical blade of the oar enters the water behind the rower; at this time the knees are bent and close to the chest, the...