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There are many adaptations available to paddlers including seating, socket that fits over the side of the boat for maximum control and performance. When you are not just rotating from the shoulders but through the whole body and hips as well so when get a forward thrust. Paddlers with quadriplegia can hold themselves upright in the boat by using a spray skirt, a device that is worn around the waist using a gasket that seals out water. The “skirt” is the portion that goes from the torso to cover the cockpit to keep out water. Those with upper-limb amputations or muscle weakness there are a variety of grip adaptations to keep the hand on the paddle, as well as allowing for a quick release when needed. If one wants to be competitive you must submit to weight training all year round to improve muscular balance. Use a stationary rowing machine with an adaptor attachment that simulates single-blade paddling. This has recently been added to the Paralympics as a recognized sport.