Operation Manual

 07/01/11 Vasa Ergometer User’s Manual
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PART 3 - Technique & Form
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paddle with both arms simultaneously in preparation for the
out sweep.
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ally and press towards the body.
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perpendicular to the monorail. Also, imagine that your arms
are still over the ball. This helps internal rotation.
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 As the hands come close to the body, they then press towards
the feet, fully extending the arms at the elbow in preparation
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hands will be rotating during the return so that will be in
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