STATIC VS DYNAMIC ERGOMETERS: WHAT COACHES SHOULD KNOW ABOUT COORDINATION AND TECHNIQUE

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By Alex wolf

Rowing ergometers differ in how mass is accelerated and controlled during the stroke, which may influence the coordination demands placed on the athlete. How do static and dynamic ergometer designs alter the movement patterns and muscle activation strategies required to complete the rowing stroke?