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Rowing Mechanics

Quick fact

The oar acts as a lever, and the rower's power stroke is only about one-third of the total stroke cycle, yet it generates immense forward thrust because water is much denser than air.

Why this is interesting

Have you ever watched a rowing crew glide effortlessly across the water? What makes their motion so efficient, and why does a slight timing error slow the whole boat?