What is a rowing mindset? Do you need one? And can it be trained? Timestamps 01:00 Rowing for life Welcome Jack Burns from Edge Rowing who has an interesting backstory. He enjoyed the process of learning to row rather than the external competitions and winning. His struggles were around injury and mindset. He learned the […] The post Jack Burns – Edge Rowing appeared first on Rowing Chat. Archive episodes: Kirsten Barnes Win Mind Games Book ..read more

I heard today that Jimmy Joy the legendary coach and founder of the Joy of Sculling conference died. Today’s podcast is my reflections and memories of his work. Timestamps 01:00 I never met Jimmy Joy We corresponded for years. His drive to share what he learned shaped what he gave back to the sport. He […] The post Jimmy Joy remembered appeared first on Rowing Chat. No related episodes ..read more

Rowers and coaches dispute the benefits of making a backsplash when placing the oars into the water at the catch. Why? How can you find out which point of view is correct? Timestamps 00:30 Newsletter sign up. You get early notification of all our events, webinars and courses as well as articles, points of view […] The post Backsplash – more or less? appeared first on Rowing Chat. No related episodes ..read more

Moving up the skill ladder from beginner to intermediate and then advanced requires improved skill. These 9 drills are essential for you to master, and to revisit regularly. Timestamps 01:00 The skills ladder – a helpful concept to guide your learning as you progress. Execution to a high standard is the main difference between advanced […] The post 9 essential rowing drills appeared first on Rowing Chat. No related episodes ..read more

Upskill your technique with some self-coached drills. This week we focus on your hand holding the handle – fingers flat on the recovery. Timestamps 00:30 The open palm drill helps with getting improved skill handling the oars and sculls in the boat is key to improving your boat comfort. It sorts out your grip and […] The post Open palm rowing drill appeared first on Rowing Chat. Archive episodes: Faster Masters Rowing Radio 15 September 2020 Faster Masters Rowing Radio 4 March 2021 ..read more

Buying rowing training programs online – making your decision. Timestamps 01:00 A customer writes “”I have presented the options to our club & pushed heavily for the program. There are some very vocal people who feel like there are robust free training plans online Some suggest we reuse our plan from 6 years ago and […] The post Buy Rowing Training Programs Online appeared first on Rowing Chat. Archive episodes: Faster Masters Rowing Radio 27 October 2020 Faster Masters Rowing Radio 22 December 2020 ..read more

The final parts of your head race preparation including essential pre-planning in advance of race day. Tapering, travel and using borrowed boats. Timestamps 02:00 Tapering The training program volume is reduced so you are rested and ready to race. Faster Masters Rowing programs always include the taper. It may feel weird because you’re doing much […] The post Head Race Tapering, Travel and Borrowed Boats appeared first on Rowing Chat. Archive episodes: February 2020 Faster Masters Rowing Radio Toe steering a race from bow ..read more

It’s head racing season. Staying focused on the power and technique during a race. What are the best race plan calls to manage fade. Timestamps 01:00 Train for fatigue and fade Everyone needs this focus – you will get tired during a race. Working with crews who haven’t practiced together (throw-together crews). Discussed in Coach […] The post Staying focused on power & technique appeared first on Rowing Chat. No related episodes ..read more

With Kim Degutis (Riverside Boat Club, Cambridge MA) and Heather Franklin (Orlando Rowing, East Arm Rowing, NY). Timestamps 02:30 Coxing a four compared to an eight. Heather – coxing a four (front loader) you can’t see behind you. My bow seat is an extra pair of eyes stroke telling me if a boat is coming […] The post Coxing Head Races appeared first on Rowing Chat. Archive episodes: Steering the Head of the Charles Coxing Masters men ..read more

Head race challenges – how to deal with things like turning buoys, wind and waves, and staying warm at the start marshalling. Something unexpected always happens in head races – caused by you or external factors. Timestamps 01:00 Your experience base is what will serve you well in dealing with challenges. 02:00 Challenges -expect the […] The post Head race challenges appeared first on Rowing Chat. Archive episodes: Ready, Row! USA #30: Heading to the Charles! The Stroke Cycle – Balance and Stability ..read more