Excited to share my latest episode of the Faster Podcast, this time with Dr Charlie Simpson. Charlie is a Senior Lecturer in Sport and Exercise Science at Oxford Brookes University and well known for his publications. The Complete Guide to Indoor Rowing and Advanced Rowing. In this episode, Charlie and I talk about how masters can train with intensity to improve their 1k sprint and head distance racing. Why strength training is important and how to go about it. Supplements and nutrition, what works and what doesn't. And a lot more... It's a long episode, and perfect for a long indoor endurance session. Defining training intensity The holy trinity in training intensity; heart rate, RPE and power Key training zones to pay attention to Lactate testing How to set up your season and week for training Nutrition and hydration strategies The Big 5 supplements that can make a real impact on performance Thank you to our Faster podcast supporters: Precision Hydration, Bont Rowing, Filippi Boats and Citius Remex seat pads. These companies want to support Masters Rowers to go Faster and offer exclusive benefits to my newsletter subscriber. To gain access to exclusive bonus offers, ensure you subscribe to my newsletter. If you'd like to connect with Charlie, you can join a Masterclass on Training & Nutrition, live via Zoom. Go to www.whchambers.com for more information.

My guest today is well known in the world of sports science and considered an expert in this subject. Originally born in Harare, Zimbabwe, he grew up in South Africa, studying Medicine and Exercise Science. He is the author of several books on exercise and nutrition, including the Lore of Running and Challenging Beliefs and has over 750 scientific articles, being cited over 19,000 times. In 2008, he was elected an Honorary Fellow of the Faculty of Sports and Exercise Medicine (UK), and in 2015, he was made an Honorary Fellow of the Faculty of Sports and Exercise Medicine, Royal College of Physicians of Ireland in recognition of his involvement in the field of Sports and Exercise Medicine. My guest has run over 70 marathons and has enjoyed rowing, whilst at university in South Africa. My guest today is Prof Tim Noakes. Books recommended by Prof Noakes The Big Fat Surprise, by Nina Teicholz Boat race: The Oxford revival, by Daniel Topolski The White Spider, written by Heinrich Harrer YouTube Links Josh Dunkley Smith 2k Ergo  TedX talk  The Noakes Foundation Link to website 

Peter (Pete) Hardcastle, is well known in Australian and World Rowing. Pete represented Australia at the Sydney, Athens and Beijing Olympic Games in different boat classes. After the olympics, Pete moved to the UK in 2008, where he coached at Dulwich College, Emanuel School and London Rowing Club, and coached the men's four at the Coupe de la Jeunesse in 2014.  In 2017, Pete joined Imperial College as the Head of Rowing and in his first season at Imperial, he coached the crew that won the Prince Albert Challenge Cup at Henley Royal Regatta. Pete is an amazing athlete, and still continues to amaze mere mortals, with his Ironman Triathlon exploits, and marathon running. In this episode, Pete and I explore what got him into rowing, and how he progressed to the U23 World Championships and then the Elite team under 4-years. We talk about personal motivation, and challenging others to explore what is possible. We review what is really going on with some of the rapid crews we are watching today, and he shares his tips on how to get yourself ready to race as well as preparing your race mindset. This podcast is supported by, Precision Hydration, Bont Rowing, Filippi Boats and Citius Remex seat pads. For more information about our supporters, please ensure you subscribe to my newsletter (www.whchambers.com) to gain access to exclusive bonus offers.

My guest today is James Goodwin, Head of physical performance and science for the Swiss Rowing Federation. In this episode, James and I will be answering questions related to strength training for Masters Rowers. Best exercises for Masters Rowers Benefits of strength weights vs. light circuit style training How to best recover after weights training This episode is supported by Precision Hydration. You can take Precision Hydration's free online sweat test at www.precisionhydration.com and save 10% on purchases when you use the code FASTER10 at check-out.

Anne-Marie Howald is well know in the rowing world, having represented Switzerland at the 1987 & 88 World Championships as a lightweight, and now as the Head Coach of the U23 and Junior Squad. In 2018, Anne-Marie was awarded the “Swiss Olympic Coach Award” for the impressive achievements of the junior national team at the European Championships in Krefeld and the World Championships in Trakai. Anne-Marie leads the talent identification of young rowers in Switzerland, with the 'Future Rowers' programme that takes promising young athletes through to the Elite level. In this episode, Anne-Marie covered how she first started in rowing and how that love for rowing, and high performance, has taken her on her own journey to coaching and inspiring others. Plenty of inspiration for the listener, some ideas and tips on how to move the boat faster, along with some nice insights into her time training with the legendary coach, Harry Mahon. This podcast is supported by, Precision Hydration, Bont Rowing, Filippi Boats and Citius Remex seat pads. For more information about our supporters, please ensure you subscribe to my newsletter (whchambers.com) to gain access to exclusive bonus offers. You can connect with Anne-Marie via email: anne-marie.howald@swissrowing.ch

Former FISA Secretary General, Director of Australian Institute of Sport (AIS), Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) and CEO of the Australian Sports Tribunal shares his thoughts on what rowing needs to do to stay relevant and thrive vs. survive. John Boultbee AM, is well known in Australian as a lawyer and leading Australian sport administrator, particularly in relation to rowing and football. In 1990, he was appointed a Member of the Order of Australia for services to rowing as an administrator. Between 1989 and 1995, John was Secretary General of the International Rowing Federation (FISA). John was a board member of the International Rowing Federation, Rowing Australia and Steward of the Henley Royal Regatta. In part 2 of our 2 part interview, John shares his ... What John would do now to ensure rowing stays relevant How the exclusion of lightweight rowing is hurting the sport Why changing the format is not the answer to attract more people to rowing  What rowing can learn from other sports What led to the Australian Olympic team's success in 2000 Vision of the National Sports Tribunal Connect with Bill to find out more about how to transform your business from those that have transformed businesses and teams at the highest level. www.whchambers.com

Former FISA Secretary General, Director of Australian Institute of Sport (AIS), Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) and CEO of the Australian Sports Tribunal shares his thoughts on what rowing needs to do to stay relevant. John Boultbee AM, is well known in Australian as a lawyer and leading Australian sport administrator, particularly in relation to rowing and football. In 1990, he was appointed a Member of the Order of Australia for services to rowing as an administrator. Between 1989 and 1995, John was Secretary General of the International Rowing Federation (FISA). John was a board member of the International Rowing Federation, Rowing Australia and Steward of the Henley Royal Regatta.  In part 1 of our 2 part interview, John shares his passion for rowing, as well as his perspective, on what rowing needs to do to stay relevant and exciting now and in the future. What FISA needs to do to make rowing relevant and exciting for the current and future generations. How rowing figures in future Olympic Games. Why we don't need create novel new events and why we need to capture the excitement of traditional rowing through well televised and an improved spectacle for the majority of people watching rowing. How better access through second screens and streaming, will help rowing to stay relevant. What we can learn from Henley Royal Regatta's approach. The importance of live data and animation. The excitement of Coastal Rowing and the role Coastal Rowing has to play in the future of our sport. Connect with Bill to find out more about how to transform your business from those that have transformed businesses and teams at the highest level. www.whchambers.com

In this episode I connect with Istvan (Steven) Nemeth of Bont Rowing. Istvan, is a masters rower and cyclist, Director at Bont Cycling & Bont Rowing, workaholic, designer of Bont Cycling and Bont Rowing shoes. Bont Rowing is committed to producing the world’s best rowing shoes. Built around innovation, research and passion for the sport of rowing. Bont rowing shoes are used by World Champions at the elite and masters level, as well as many National and University crews.  Importance of shoe fit Why anatomic shape of the shoe is so important in power transfer Correct foot stretcher angle The importance of materials for high-performance Why I personally use and recommend Bont Rowing shoes Exclusive offer to my newsletter subscribers from Bont Rowing. You will get 20% off all Bont Rowing shoes purchases when you use the discount code at checkout. To find the discount code, either subscribe to my newsletter at www.whchambers.com or join the Masters Rowing Group on Facebook.

Noel Donaldson is widely acknowledged as one of the world's most successful rowing coaches, building and leading teams to win multiple world championships and olympic gold medals over 3 decades in two different countries. In this episode, Noel and I explore his approach to building and leading world beating teams in a sport where money is not the reward, and what business leaders can learn from the. Importance of momentum Connecting with the people in the team Co-creation of the plan Defining goals and holding people accountable Paying attention to what can't be measured Managing through a decentralised matrix system vs. a centralised system Managing stakeholders and keeping dispersed groups focussed on the same goal Connect with Bill to find out more about how to transform your business from those that have transformed businesses and teams at the highest level. www.whchambers.com Click to connect with Bill on LinkedIn Click to join the Masters Rowing Group on Facebook

Lead up to Tokyo with Edouard Blanc, Head Coach, Swiss Rowing Federation. I am excited to reconnect with Edouard today, and to hear what he has been up to since we last spoke in April this year. I've been looking forward to this for some time. It's not often, one has an opportunity to gain insights, into a world class team, and in this episode, Edouard share with us, how the Swiss Rowing Team has adapted to the changes in the World Rowing and Olympic schedule. In this episode, I catch up with Edouard on three things: What has he been focussing on with the Swiss Team, since we last spoke? His plans for Tokyo His thoughts on technique and coaching technique This episode is brought to you by, Faster with Bill Chambers. To find out more, about high performance coaching in business and sport,  go to www.whchambers.com Rhythm Range Relaxation video mentioned can be found on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8BrRIZFk7O4  edouard.blanc@swissrowing.ch