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Following last week's deep dive into blades on the surface .... this week we take a look at Rushing Off The Back. What, how, causes, cures. Timestamps 01:00 these issues are straightforward to resolve. As a coach I can see the solution and until you realise the solution is there, you're ignorant. 01:30 Rushing off the back The transition from the oar extraction through to when you roll up the slide is our focus area. - When people rush it looks like a hustle, a race to get the oars out of the water and push the handle away. - The stroke lacks ratio (the contrast between power and recovery phases). - You lose time for a rest. - The boat doesn't run on if you rush. This is speed for free. By cutting the finish short the boat won't run on. - Problems preparing for the catch. Your preparation is left later in the recovery when the boat is more tippy. - Compromises the ability to get weight on your feet. 05:00 Cures for rushing - Finish the rowing stroke power phase in the correct finish position. Pressure on