Abstract
According to numerous studies, rowing performance is influenced by several
factors including rower’s biomechanics, rower’s physiology, the
force generated and stroke style. However, there is a missing gap linking such
factors with rowing performance in the available literature. This paper aims to
investigate the rowing mechanism in terms of rower anthropometry and physiology,
which can impact its biomechanics and performance. The corresponding
hydrodynamic force generated by the oar blade to accelerate the boat is also
considered in the current study. To test the objectives, systematical online
searching was conducted in search of the inclusion literature criteria. All
included studies used Preferred Reporting item for Systematic Review and
Meta-analysis (PRISMA) guidelines to obtain the final collection of articles for
this review. In order to rate the quality of the articles, risk bias assessment
was performed. A total of 35 studies were included in the assessment. The
studies discussed the aspects of anthropometry and physiological of the rower,
the biomechanics of the rower, corresponding hydrodynamic force on the oar blade
and the rowing mechanism concerning boat performance. Based on the information
obtained, an understanding of the important aspects of the rowing mechanism was
achieved to provide an update for comprehensive improvement.
Key words
rowing mechanism - anthropometric - biomechanics - physiological hydrodynamic - rowing performance
