Welcome to the Ergo Recovery Session, a crucial component of any well-rounded training program. This session is designed to complement our challenging pyramid training and standard interval workouts, focusing on active recovery to enhance your overall performance and prevent burnout. The Ergo Recovery Session is all about maintaining movement while Read more…
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…
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…
Welcome to our challenging pyramid training session, designed specifically for the Concept 2 rowing machine. For those looking to add an extra cardiovascular boost, we’ve included a complementary treadmill workout spreadsheet to take your fitness journey to the next level. We have a YouTube video that takes you through the Read more…
Welcome back to another ripper “Casual Convo”! Today, we’re joined by Mario Laing from the newly formed Lake Eildon Rowing Club. We dive into some Olympic talk – it might ruffle a few feathers, but hey, that’s how I tend to roll, right? The real highlight, though, is our discussion Read more…
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…
Welcome to our invigorating interval training session, tailored specifically for the Concept 2 rowing machine. For those seeking an added cardiovascular challenge, we’ve included a supplementary treadmill workout spreadsheet to elevate your fitness experience. Feel free to check out our accompanying YouTube video guiding you through the session (yes I Read more…
As this post is based lightly on rules and regulations I feel it important to highlight a location as rules differ from place to place as well as the definitions, as I am Melbourne based I will use Melbourne as the relevant location for tis post. Victoria boasts a rich Read more…
The title speaks for itself, crashes will happen. In this episode, we delve into a real situation that occurred to me only the day before this podcast while it was still raw and fresh. This episode highlights the value of good communication and being aware if your communication is effective. Read more…
In this powerful mini-episode, I dive into the single most crucial responsibility for coxswains that surpasses all other duties – crew safety. Whether you’re working with juniors or masters, this brief but vital discussion covers: Quick, direct, and potentially life-saving – this is a must-listen for every cox and rowing Read more…