Some of the best times I have ever had when I was training for intense sprints was when I was competing against my teammates to see who could get the fastest time on an erg or who could go the furthest distance in a time challenge. I’ll never forget competing in an indoor rowing competition … Read more
The Maffetone Method – you might have heard of it, but can it really be applied to your rowing training? This question has sparked curiosity among a wide range of athletes, from recreational rowers to professional competitors. The answer, while not straightforward, is rooted in understanding the intricate relationship between endurance training and rowing performance. … Read more
Can squatting truly make you row faster? This is a question that has intrigued novices and professionals alike in the world of rowing. The answer may surprise you, but it’s rooted in understanding the complex relationship between strength training and rowing performance. As we delve into this fascinating topic, we’ll explore how squats, a fundamental … Read more
The 2km erg test is the pinnacle of rowing tests for many. It pushes your body to the limit to see how quickly you can row 2000m. In this article today I am going to write about the type of training and specific exercises you can do to improve your rowing time. Aerobic Capacity for … Read more
In this article, I’ll be going over how making small changes to your every day habits can improve your overall performance both on and off the water by using marginal gains. I will be basing this article on the book Atomic Habits written by James Clear. “When nothing seems to help. I go and look … Read more
One of the things that I never understood until I actually was the victim of a vicious cramp was the importance of stretching before and after any workout. I remember so clearly the first time I ever went out for a 20-mile bike ride as additional training while I was rowing and forgetting to stretch … Read more
Rowing has been a favourite activity of the upper-middle class for the majority of the last century. Since early 2000, it has become much more accessible to people from other backgrounds. Whilst the majority of rowers are doing it for general cardio fitness, for fun, or to maybe burn some extra calories, some rowers want … Read more
Are you looking to take your rowing performance to the next level? Are you struggling to find new and exciting cardio workouts that will get your heart pumping and help improve your technique at the same time? Look no further! We’ve got the top 3 best cardio workouts specifically designed for rowers, all with maximum … Read more
A rowing workout may be an alien concept to some people. Rowing itself often is just one aspect of their fitness arsenal alongside other cardio activities such as running and cycling, but for some of us it is a sport that we want to master. The main way to do is this through practice. Practice, … Read more