Re: [Paddlewise] Forward paddling, paddle length and cocked wrists

From: Michael Daly <michaeldaly_at_home.com>
Date: Thu, 10 May 2001 20:56:10 -0400
From: "James Tibensky" <jtibensky_at_msn.com>


> Now extend the top arm with the elbow locked straight so that it can only 
> give a little push downward. Then twist your upper body and pull with your 
> lower arm as in a normal stroke. Or do a normal stroke with as little help 
> from the top arm as possible.

I've dropped the push-pull from my stroke and use a relaxed, bent-elbow
arm position with just torso rotation.  I have completely eliminated elbow
soreness from my paddling.  I haven't slowed down significantly but enjoy
it all more.  Experiment with you stroke and ignore the racers!

Mike

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