Forward Paddling technique:
As a sea kayaker I spend most (99%+) of my time paddling forward and, as I get older, I spend more time looking at my technique because fitness and strength is harder to do now!
Sprint paddlers have put a lot of thought into technique and have broken kayak paddle stroke into steps. This video analyses racing technique (on flat water) but the principles could still be applied at sea - even in bumpy conditions ! Paddling Technique by Juan Camilo Peña Zarate
It is interesting how much the hips rotate in this video and the use of a seat that can rotate with the paddler. The seat in my kayak broke on a recent paddling trip. The nature of the break made me wondered if it was due to pressure put on the seat from hip rotation whilst paddling.
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