Frustrations for Masters Rowers
Masters rowers (you can become one when you turn 27) is one of the fastest growing membership groups of our sport. And yet masters rowers are poorly served by many clubs. This article covers the (rather long) list of frustrations…. and also has solutions …. scroll down. So, what is good about masters? They pay […]
Replacing scull grips
How to put new grips on your sculls. Possibly the bit of boat maintenance most likely to make you laugh out loud. Discussion on capsizing in cold weather. Timestamps 05:28 This Past Week – what we do to advocate for masters rowing. Facebook discussion on capsizing in cold weather https://www.facebook.com/groups/595853370615544/permalink/1658366544364216/ The discussion about capsizing from […]
Rowing and bulimia
We dive into the challenging topic of eating disorders in rowers including revelations from one listener about his bulimia. Timestamps to the show 02:00 This Past Week – what we do to advocate for masters rowing. Reading ROAR by Stacy Sims. 10:00 What’s in the April program on Faster Masters? 1k and 5k programs. Technique […]
Create rowing training groups
Creating rowing training groups which encompass athletes of different speeds and skill levels is a big challenge for a rowing coach. You may find different ways of doing this from setting crews comprising faster and slower athletes so the average boat speed is similar, to setting off your slowest crews first and allowing the faster […]
Preparing for the rowing finish
This week our big topic is how to prepare yourself for the finish of the stroke. Faster Masters Rowing Radio – the podcast for masters rowers. Tips, advice and discussion from Marlene Royle and Rebecca Caroe. Timestamps to the show 01:00 This Past Week. Marlene was on the Rowing Podcast round table hosted by Tara […]
2k race strategies
What should you do in the 3rd 500 meters of a 2k race? Faster Masters Rowing Radio – the podcast for masters rowers. Tips, advice and discussion from Marlene Royle and Rebecca Caroe. Timestamps to the show 06:00 This Past Week – things we do to advocate for and advance masters rowing around the world. […]
How I got a PR on the erg
I just wanted to tell you and Rebecca how much I have enjoyed the Faster Masters program so far. After a taper last week, I had the CRASH Bs last Sunday (2K) and an asynchronous doubles race (1K) Wednesday and another 2K in the US Lightweight Indoor Rowing National Championships today, aka the donut indoor regatta. […]
Get fit learning to row
Getting fit while learning to row and scull is challenging because learning how to handle the oars is more difficult than most people think. Until you have good bladework skills you will likely find it hard to grow aerobic fitness from your on-water exercise. Do not get frustrated because we have recommendations. Firstly, you need […]
Rowing layback or swing?
Which is better Layback or swing? Experts explain the difference and how to pick which you need for your rowing and sculling. Timestamps 03:50 This week in masters rowing we have worked on the March Faster Masters program specially on spine health for rowing. We are supporting the US Rowing Indoor championships CRASH-Bs 08:50 We […]
Guests on the Backpack Show
Marlene and Rebecca guested with Chris Brogan and Kerry Gorgone on their Backpack show – a business show, only fun!