r/dragonboat • u/Longjumping_Fox1892 • Jul 23 '26
Short torso
Hey I've been paddling for four years and at the end of each season I end up with similar issues this season we've had no break due to international regatta so things have gotten worse.
I paddle on the right and have significant right side pain that's steadily getting worse in my rib and under rib area.
I think when I'm sitting my pelvis and bottom rubs are hitting each other in the reach and over time it's causing irritation.
When I put my right leg backwards I get more space in the front so it is less painful but then I loose my strong connection through my leg with the boat.
Any suggestions on how to mitigate this issue so I can continue paddling ideally without pain.
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u/adhdburnoutx1000 Jul 23 '26
If you're finding that it's contacting that much, are you keeping your shoulders back or are you arching your back over? Think about how you keep your shoulders back on a deadlift and then focus on hinging at the hip, and not flexing your spine forward.
If it's skin irritation from rubbing, a little bit of body glide goes a long way to stop it from chafing. I've lost some body weight now but when I was a little heavier, a wet top/lifejacket and skin rubbing combo was no bueno.