Coachability: 5 Qualities of a Coachable Paddler
“Coachability.” It’s a commonly used word in sports. We all seem to have an idea of what it means. Or do we? I decided that I wanted to get specific in
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How to Balance a Dragon Boat: Tips for Your Most Successful Race Boat Layout
Balancing a boat is essential for a race, but many teams overlook exactly how crucial it can be to their success. Having a properly balanced boat not only makes it easier
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Why Do You Dragon Boat?
Next survey: Why do you dragon boat? I’d love to hear what brought you to dragon boating and what keeps you paddling year after year. Please take a minute to
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Butt Blisters: How to Effectively Deal With Those Paddling Sores on Your Posterior
Dragon kisses. Butt blisters. Whatever you call them, they are a true pain in the butt. Literally. Nearly everyone gets them, yet no one likes to talk about them. If you
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Best Dragon Boat Race Venues: Dragon Boaters Report on Their Favorite Races
A few weeks ago, I asked readers about their favorite dragon boat races and festivals in terms of competition, location and venue. Here are the responses I received: 1) In
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Fueling Your Team Properly: Good Food for Race Days
People are always asking me about what I eat and what kind of food I encourage my teams to eat on race days. So, I thought I’d write a post about
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Newbies: One of Your Most Important Assets: How to Work With and Retain Your Rookies
As a former teacher and a current coach, I have been fortunate enough to be a part of the learning process of individuals. Whether it is academic material or athletic movements, learning
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A Rookie’s Guide to The Dragon Boat World Championships in Welland: Wise Words from Veteran Paddlers
If you are a rookie to Team USA, or your own country’s national team, this guide is for you. After all of the preparation, Welland is just about in sight,
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