Skill development: Flatwater

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At the exit of the left stroke what is the ideal height of the right hand (front or top hand)?
- At chest height
- Above the head
- Somewhere between the eyes and chin
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Driving and pushing the top hand forward as quickly as possible will guarantee a much stronger catch?
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- False
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Good posture allows for correct biomechanical application of rotation and power.
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- False
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Which of the below are key elements of correct posture by answering true or false to the following
- Neck and shoulders should remain relaxed even when
- Athletes should have a slight forward lean from the hips with shoulders slightly in front of the hips
- Sitting in a hunched position leaning as far forward as possible is the perfect position as it will help the athletes stroke length and rotation
- The athletes back should be as straight as possible
- Head and chin should be up with eyes looking forward
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5. Question
When the blade is locked at the catch the objective is to?
- Quickly pull the blade to the boat to get maximum speed
- Pull the boat past the locked and loaded blade
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If an athlete is sitting in a boat with a “C” shaped back posture what is the most likely cause of this problem.
- The athlete might have tight hamstrings
- The athlete is using the wrong type of boat
- The athlete needs a different style of seat
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7. Question
As the kayak paddler exits the stroke on the right side – the right leg should be?
- In a bent position getting ready for the next stroke
- Locked out almost straight ensuring the right hip is rotated backwards
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at the catch it is critical the bottom arm that is about to catch the water is?
- Bent at 90 degrees to ensure the most powerful stroke is achieved so the bicep can be used
- Is as straight as possible (but not hyperextended) aiming to catch the water in front of the feet then loading up the muscles in the back and torso
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