Which item is NOT among the three major medical issues in rowing?

• A. Nutrition/Weight control
• B. Over training
• C. Concussions
• D. Staying hydrated

Answer: (D)

Understanding which health concerns are emphasized in rowing helps here. The three major medical issues typically highlighted are nutrition and weight control, because fueling and body composition directly affect power, endurance, and recovery; overtraining, since excessive load with insufficient rest leads to fatigue, injuries, and performance drops; and concussions, due to the risk of head injuries from falls or boat handling and the need for proper assessment and safe return-to-play protocols.

Staying hydrated is essential for performance and safety, but in this context it’s treated as a foundational daily practice rather than one of the primary medical issues. Hydration supports all the other areas, but it isn’t listed as one of the three major medical concerns, which is why it’s the correct choice for not fitting into that trio.