How to Paddle a Whitewater Kayak- Reverse Stroke- EJ's Strokes and Concepts Part 5

There are two pointy ends on your kayak for a reason. Kayaks are made to go forwards, backwards, in circles, etc.. Becoming proficient paddling backwards isn't difficult, but it isn't automatic. Here you get your first lesson in backwards paddling. The Reverse Compound Stroke later on will be a much more advanced step, so let's practice this one first!
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Backpaddling isn’t so easy to do well and it’s quite taxing physically. Different arm as well as core muscles. Great for kayaking fitness.