Episode 3: Fueling for Endurance — Diet & Hydration Before HotY The Head of the Yarra is a long, demanding race — and how you fuel your body can make all the difference. In this episode, Jen, from Toowong Rowing Read more
Navigating graded racing categories can be challenging, especially when balancing crew combinations to meet specific Rowing Score (RS) requirements for grade races. Our new Rowing Grade Calculator—designed specifically for Rowing Victoria competitions — simplifies the process entirely! Just enter your rowers’ Read more
Episode 2: Reading the River — The Course, Conditions & Steering The Head of the Yarra course is unlike any other in Australia — 8 kilometres of winding bends, bridges, and heavy river traffic. In this episode, we take a Read more
Episode 1: Training for the Challenge — Building Your Crew for HotY The Head of the Yarra isn’t just another regatta — it’s 8 kilometres of rhythm, teamwork, and endurance. In this episode, we break down how to prepare your Read more
In this live show, we assembled an expert panel to break down everything you need to know across all levels of the sport — from masters and school rowing to club competition. Joining us are some of the most knowledgeable Read more
Here is one for the “statisticians” and “overthinkers” among you (as I am). Ever wondered how your crew stacks up against the competition before race day?Our Theoretical Crew Comparison Tool gives coaches a quick, data-driven way to compare crews and Read more
For as long as rowing machines have been part of the sport, split times have been the currency of comparison. Whether it’s the average pace per 500 metres over a 1km trial or the dreaded 2k test, split times are Read more
It’s a bit of a “how long is a piece of string?” question. Every crew and every athlete responds differently to how they’re coxed (just as they do to coaching). But with so many of us glued to YouTube right Read more
Power Up Your Rowing Performance – for Free! Are you a rower, coxswain, or coach looking to level up your training? CrewNerd and I are giving away 1 FREE 12-month subscription to the CrewNerd rowing app – the essential tool Read more
Let me start by saying this clearly: this article, like many I write, will probably stir some emotions. It might surprise, challenge, or even lightly upset some readers, but it’s an important conversation we need to have. And before we Read more
