THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN ROWING KINEMATICS AND FORCE PRODUCTION

: Jensen, M., Stellingwerff, T., Pollock, C., Wakeling, J., & Klimstra, M. (2023). Can principal component analysis be used to explore the relationship of rowing kinematics and force production in elite rowers during a step test? A pilot study. Machine Learning and Knowledge Extraction , 5 (1), 237-251 Introduction : Competitive rowing demands highly optimized limb coordination to achieve efficient mechanics and technique, which is crucial for maximizing performance and mitigating injury risks. Despite its importance, the precise determination of optimal limb movement timing and velocity during the rowing drive often remains subjective, limiting objective insights into performance enhancement and injury prevention. This highlights a critical need for objective analytical methods to link specific kinematic patterns to key performance metrics. Therefore, this study aims to evaluate the utility of Principal Component Analysis (PCA) in identifying fundamental kinematic movement patterns associated with optimal force production and performance in elite rowers .

By Joe DeLeo

What joints are primarily responsible for force production in the rowing stroke?