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Steering Through Time: Coxswain chronicles of rowing history, racing, training, leadership, and general interest
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CrewNerd – Your Perfect Rowing Partner!
I don’t often do product promotions, but this one is a bit of a game-changer. And guess what, I’ve cheated again! For those of you who know me I’m sure you will see that the linguistic excellence portrayed below is a little High-Brow for myself, well you would be right. Read more…
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The Recovery – A Short Term Mental Game!
Starting a journey back from injury after years of non-stop training is both unfamiliar and tough. It feels strange to step back, especially when you’ve been pushing hard for so long. For me, as a triathlete, I’ve rarely rested beyond the odd day or two. So why am I sharing Read more…
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Overweight Coxswains – How heavy is too heavy?
In the world of masters and amateur rowing, the question of coxswain weight often sparks lively debate. While elite rowing has strict weight limits, amateur and club-level rowing presents a different scenario. The reality is that in masters rowing, it’s not uncommon to see coxswains who can weigh quite a Read more…
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The Makings of an Exceptional Coxswain – 10 Qualities Rowers Seek
Preface: I thought it would be interesting to ask AI “What do rowers want from a coxswain”, here is the response, there are of course some very obvious and valuable points below. In the world of rowing, the coxswain plays a crucial role that often goes unnoticed by spectators. This Read more…
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When S$%T Happens – Are You Still Worthy?
Two weeks out from the Age Group World Multisport Championships, and I find myself in a situation I never imagined. Last year at this time, I was 8 weeks into a solid training program, on track and feeling great, albeit sick of the training. This year? Let’s just say things Read more…
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The Pinnacle of Sport: The Unseen Sacrifices of Olympic Dreams!
When it comes to the pinnacle of sport, it’s the Olympic games. As amateur sports spectators, we easily forget or ignore what goes into just getting a spot on the “starting line”. We tune into the television for the games, all excited and motivated to see our country, our favorite Read more…
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The Evolving Role of the Coxswain
While the sport of rowing dates back to ancient civilisations, the specialized role of the coxswain is a more recent development. As the dedicated crew member; the coxswain steers the boat, issues commands, and serves as an on-the-water coach, the coxswain has become an integral part of elite rowing. However, Read more…
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The Gemini Boat Race! – Whats it all about?
As we count down to the 2024 race on the 30th of March I thought I would give a small history of the iconic event that is nearly 200 years old. The Oxford and Cambridge Boat Race, often referred to simply as “The Boat Race,” is one of the oldest Read more…
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The Main Regatta Formats Explained.
Rowing is a tough and challenging sport that encompasses various forms of competition, including head racing and normal regatta racing. These two types of races differ in several key aspects, from their distance and format to their strategies and objectives. In this post, ill explore the fundamental differences between head Read more…