The Strong Paddler Blog
Technique
Stroke mechanics, broken down. The catch, rotation, the wing path and the small fixes that turn effort into boat speed, with drills you can take to your next session.
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Strong Paddler Technique Course
Technique coaching comes down to one thing: communication. Are the coach and athlete speaking the same paddling language? Too often, coaches spend ages on the side of the water yelling instructions the athlete simply doesn’t understand. The coach walks away frustrated, feeling like the athlete isn’t listening. The athlete walks away frustrated too with no…
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TOP 5 Kayak & Surfski Technique Drills for the Kayak Erg
5 kayak surf ski drills to improve your technique on the kayak erg. More at www.strongpaddler.com
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Why Your Paddle Makes a “Plop” at the Catch — And How to Fix It
Making a plopping sound when your paddle enters the water? This one simple change could stop that instantly for you — understanding how the wing blade wants to move through the water. A lot of paddlers try to pull the paddle straight back, forcing the blade through the catch. Instead, the wing paddle is designed…
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