Decent Rowing Podcast

Dive into the essentials of balance in sweep rowing, where Lachlan and Ken unravel the challenges posed by asymmetrical boats. Discover common mistakes in body positioning, like leaning out, and learn how proper torso pivoting can enhance power and speed. The critical role of the coxswain comes to light, highlighting their importance in maintaining stability and crew rhythm. With synchronized oar movements and a focus on technique, mastering balance could transform performance in pairs, fours, and eights.

Lachlan and Ken dive into the crucial aspects of achieving balance in rowing, revealing that experience alone doesn't guarantee a stable boat. They discuss essential techniques like posture and grip that are key in preventing common mistakes. Synchronization during the mid-drive phase is highlighted for enhancing crew performance. The importance of effective finishing techniques and the coaching role in maintaining balance is emphasized. Plus, they explore how stability influences speed and overall flow in the rowing experience.

In this episode, Lachlan and Ken discuss grip and feathering. They highlight the common problems and solutions.Sculling and sweep although slightly different require a similar technical approach. Try a Decent Rowing membership for free with our 1-week trial at https://www.decentrowing.comThis episode's information discusses the videos on the "Grip and feathering" page of the Decent Rowing library.If you would like to see all the videos referred to in this episode, head to our website www.decentrowing.com and log in or sign up. Once logged in, click on the heading "Grip and feathering".If you haven't tried our membership, we have a one-week completely free trial (no credit card required).Sign up for a Decent Rowing Membership at https://www.decentrowing.com , and you will get:- Access to our rowing library of over 850 videos- Training programs and powerful training program builder (for building customized programs)- Detailed indoor and on-water rowing courses (perfect for beginners and parents)- Indoor and On-water wall charts- Ask us your rowing questions- Full technical support- Money-back guarantee Support the show

In this episode, Lachlan and Ken discuss the lessons from the previous catch podcast episodes and describe their favourite drills to improve the rowing catch.As a guide, they have grouped the drills and exercises into 6 categories; Total catch drills, last quarter of the recovery, the moment of connection, the first quarter of the drive phase, blade depth and power application.This episode's information discusses the videos on the "Catch connection" page of the Decent Rowing library under the heading "Catch drills and exercises".If you would like to see all the videos referred to in this episode, head to our website www.decentrowing.com and log in or sign up. Once logged in, click on the heading "Catch Connection", you will find the videos under the subheading "Catch drills and exercises"If you haven't tried our membership, we have a one-week completely free trial (no credit card required).Try a Decent Rowing membership for free with our 1-week trial at https://www.decentrowing.comSign up for a Decent Rowing Membership at https://www.decentrowing.com/memberships.html, and you will get:- Access to our rowing library of over 850 videos- Training programs and powerful training program builder (for building customized programs)- Detailed indoor and on-water rowing courses (perfect for beginners and parents)- Indoor and On-water wall charts- Ask us your rowing questions- Full technical support- Money-back guarantee Support the show

In this episode, Lachlan and Ken discuss power application. Every rower wants to give it their all during the drive, but the sequence and the timing of movements significantly impact the boat's speed.Optimal power application techniques differ between boat classes, and it is essential to modify what you do if you want to get the most out of each different type of boat.This episode's information discusses the videos on the "Catch connection" page of the Decent Rowing library under the heading "Power Application".If you would like to see all the videos referred to in this episode, head to our website www.decentrowing.com and log in or sign up. Once logged in, click on the heading "Catch Connection", you will find the videos under the subheading "Power Application" If you haven't tried our membership, we have a one-week completely free trial (no credit card required).Try a Decent Rowing membership for free with our 1-week trial at https://www.decentrowing.comSign up for a Decent Rowing Membership at https://www.decentrowing.com/memberships.html, and you will get:- Access to our rowing library of over 850 videos- Training programs and powerful training program builder (for building customized programs)- Detailed indoor and on-water rowing courses (perfect for beginners and parents)- Indoor and On-water wall charts- Ask us your rowing questions- Full technical support- Money-back guarantee Support the show

In this episode, Lachlan and Ken run through the essential topics for rigging at the catch. Every rower is unique. Each has a different fitness level, limb measurements, flexibility and history of injuries. All of which play a crucial role when it comes to adjusting the rigging. A good catch position will allow a rower to contribute to boat speed, and a poorly rigged boat won't. Rigging can limit effectiveness and increase the chance of injury.This episode's information discusses the videos on the "Catch connection" page of the Decent Rowing library under the heading "Rigging for a good catch".If you would like to see all the videos referred to in this episode, head to our website www.decentrowing.com and log in or sign up. Once logged in, click on the heading "Catch Connection", you will find the videos under the subheading "Rigging for a good catch." If you haven't tried our membership, we have a one-week completely free trial (no credit card required).Sign up for a Decent Rowing Membership at https://www.decentrowing.com/memberships.html, and you will get:- Access to our rowing library of over 850 videos- Training programs and powerful training program builder (for building customized programs)- Detailed indoor and on-water rowing courses (perfect for beginners and parents)- Indoor and On-water wall charts- Ask us your rowing questions- Full technical support- Money-back guarantee Support the show

In this episode, Lachlan and Ken discuss the first quarter of the drive phase. The first quarter of the drive is the final part of the catch sequence. There is more to this part of the stroke than simply getting the power down. They discuss the different techniques for power application and the crucial elements.This episode's information is a discussion of the videos on the "Catch connection" page of the Decent Rowing library under the heading "First quarter of the drive phase".If you would like to see all the videos referred to in this episode, head to our website www.decentrowing.com and log in or sign up. Once logged in, click on the heading "Catch Connection", you will find the videos under the subheading "First quarter of the drive phase." If you haven't tried our membership, we have a 1 week completely free trial (no credit card required).Sign up for a Decent Rowing Membership at https://www.decentrowing.com/memberships.html, and you will get:- Access to our rowing library of over 850 videos- Training programs and powerful training program builder (for building customized programs)- Detailed indoor and on-water rowing courses (perfect for beginners and parents)- Indoor and On-water wall charts- Ask us your rowing questions- Full technical support- Money-back guarantee Support the show

In this episode, Lachlan and Ken discuss the moment of connection. The moment of connection is the point when the rower starts driving the boat forward and is an essential component of "The catch". This part of the stroke is over quickly and is done very well by elite crews and very poorly by novice crews. When racing the moment of connection often decides the podium.This episode's information is a discussion of the videos on the "Catch connection" page of the Decent Rowing library under the heading "Moment of Connection".If you would like to see all the videos referred to in this episode, head to our website www.decentrowing.com and log in or sign up. Once logged in, click on the heading "Catch Connection", you will find the videos under the subheading "Moment of Connection." If you haven't tried our membership, we have a 1 week completely free trial (no credit card required).Sign up for a Decent Rowing Membership at https://www.decentrowing.com/memberships.html, and you will get:- Access to our rowing library of over 850 videos- Training programs and powerful training program builder (for building customized programs)- Detailed indoor and on-water rowing courses (perfect for beginners and parents)- Indoor and On-water wall charts- Ask us your rowing questions- Full technical support- Money-back guaranteeSupport the show

In this episode, Lachlan and Ken discuss the last quarter of the recovery. The last quarter of the recovery is arguably the most crucial part of the rowing stroke and forms the beginning of "the catch". A lot can go wrong or right during this phase of the rowing cycle.This episode's information summarises the videos on the "Catch connection" page of the Decent Rowing library under the heading "Last quarter of the recovery".If you would like to see all the videos referred to in this episode, head to our website www.decentrowing.com and log in or sign up. Once logged in, click on the heading "Catch Connection", you will find the videos under the subheading "Last quarter of the recovery." If you haven't tried our membership, we have a 1 week completely free trial (no credit card required).Sign up for a Decent Rowing Membership at https://www.decentrowing.com/memberships.html, and you will get:- Access to our rowing library of over 850 videos- Training programs and powerful training program builder (for building customized programs)- Detailed indoor and on-water rowing courses (perfect for beginners and parents)- Indoor and On-water wall charts- Ask us your rowing questions- Full technical support- Money-back guaranteeSupport the show

Jess Collins, PhD, an expert in personalized training, joins Lachlan and Ken Davey to delve into the intricacies of custom training programs for rowers. They reveal common coaching pitfalls when designing workouts and stress the importance of monitoring effort levels among athletes. The discussion also covers measuring athletic load, preventing overtraining, and using heart rate zones for optimal performance. Jess emphasizes the need for individualized approaches that cater to unique athlete needs and foster motivation within a crew.