The Crowood PressSports Guides are the perfect tool for anyone wanting
to improve their performance, from beginners learning the basic skills
to more experienced participants working on advanced techniques. These
practical, no-nonsense guides will help give you that all-important
advantage. Rowing and Sculling - The Crowood PressSports Guides covers a
brief history of rowing; choosing and setting up equipment; safety and
risk assessment; capsize drill, steering and coxing; skill development
and techniques; pyschology and rower well being; understanding
refuelling and hydration, and planning an effective training programme
in order to optimise flexibility, stability and strength and prevent
injury.