Think Dragon Boating is Easy? There’s a Catch!
The Catch
One of the most important phases of a good dragon boat stroke is the catch and it is one of the most difficult...
Technique
Fitness
SWEAT, REST, REPEAT
So You Want Big Muscles?
Well here’s a bit of news for you…your muscle growth begins when your workout stops. Push your reps to failure...
Injury
No Pain. No Gain. No Problem.
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Dragon boating is a sport and as such you may have noticed that 24 to 48 hours...
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The Best Way to Balance Your Dragon Boat
Why are you losing? Your team trains hard but in races you seem to be ploughing through the water. Or dragging the back end...
Efficient Dragon Boat Paddling Technique (Part 1)
Does the following story sound familiar to you?
You turn up at your first dragon boating session. Someone looks you up and down and says...
Sit Up and Take Note
Can simply sitting up during your stroke make the boat go faster?
All dragon boat paddlers know that when there is movement in the boat,...
Think Dragon Boating is Easy? There’s a Catch!
The Catch
One of the most important phases of a good dragon boat stroke is the catch and it is one of the most difficult...
Pass the Energy Please Part 6 – The Oxidative System. How to Train It.
Aerobic Base Training: Get Faster by Going Slower
This is the last post in the Pass the Energy Please series. It contains tips on how to...
The Role of Strength Training in Dragon Boating
Dragon Boat racing is not just a water sport. It is a thrilling test of strength and endurance that demands peak physical condition. The...
Dragon Boat Wash Riding vs. Nose-to-Tail Drafting
Dragon boating is a thrilling blend of power, precision, and teamwork. With 10 to 20 paddlers driving a long, narrow boat at speeds of...
Finding the Ideal Stroke Rate
In this post we will talk about finding the ideal stroke rate for a crew. This ideal stroke rate can also be referred to...
Become a Better Dragon Boat Paddler in One Day – Find the Kinematic Sequence
Have you ever wondered how top golfers can hit the ball so far, so effortlessly?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yGnYLXlfjbU
Have you ever wondered how a baseball pitcher can throw...
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The Evolution of Your Dragon Boat Technique: From Novice to Elite
Some people will move through stages from a pure novice with enthusiasm towards becoming an elite paddler. Many paddlers will reach a level of...
