Abs for Days: Core Workout For Paddlers
Posted by Kristin Stickels onAre you looking for ways to improve your paddling? A good place to start is by strengthening your core or abdominal muscles. In a proper stroke, your abs should be engaged – they are one...
How to Balance a Dragon Boat |Tips for Your Most Successful Race Boat Layout
Posted by Kristin Stickels onBalancing 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 on the steersman, it also...
Best Dragon Boat Race Venues | Dragon Boaters Report on Their Favorite Races
Posted by Kristin Stickels onA 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 your opinion, what is...
Fueling Your Team Properly | Good Food for Race Days
Posted by Kristin Stickels onPeople 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 it. First off, let me...
Newbies: One of Your Most Important Assets | How to Work With and Retain Your Rookies
Posted by Kristin Stickels onAs 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 new things is a difficult endeavor which...