
Rowing
Context
A sport where athletes propel a boat using oars, competing over a set distance or time
Explanation
Rowing is both an aerobic and anaerobic workout, requiring precise teamwork and rhythm in crew events. It's practiced in rivers, lakes, and the ocean and includes various boat classes.
Applications
Rowing is an Olympic sport with events for single rowers up to eight-person crews.
Famous events include the Oxford and Cambridge Boat Race and the Head of the Charles Regatta.
Indoor rowing has also become popular, using rowing machines for training and competitions.