This is a reaction of our holiday book proposal. Hi Rowperfect, I have read a great book during my trip to Spain. It is called “The Boys in the Boat”. Maybe you can propose this to your readers. Tamy, you are right! In case you have not read it yet, I recommend this book for […]
Announcing the Rowing Dry Bag designed by rowers. We loved Rowtex when they created gloves for rowing – then they added the perfect rowers Anorak. They now announce their two Dry Bags – for your daily rowing and for your touring. New Rowing Dry Bag There are two sizes – a small one which is […]
Summer camps are presently a hype. Many rowers try to organize their camp just before starting into the summer break. For those, wanting to go to a nearby country, there are some spots open at the September rowing camp, which will be held in Brno on September 4 th to September 9 th . Further Infos […]
How Athletes Can Use Rowing to Increase their VO2 Max Maximal oxygen uptake, or VO2 max for short, is the greatest amount of oxygen that can be used by the whole body. Strength and conditioning coach James Philips speaking to Coach Mag defines it as “a measure of aerobic fitness related to a person’s ability […]
Rowing and extreme Heat stress can be serious risks for your health. Temperatures in central Europe are reaching more than 40C presently. What to do with my rowing excercises? High intensity exercise in a hot environment, with the associated fluid loss and elevation of body temperature, can lead to dehydration, heat exhaustion and heat stroke. […]
Summer time is touring time. And maybe swimming time. (Photo Credit: Pinterest) You do not have to row in a swimming pool if you want to combine rowing with swimming: Many rivers and lakes around the world allow rowing and swimming. Sometimes the crews take their water breaks and go for a swim. I have […]
Rowing races can be undoubtedly challenging, as they tend to be typically 5-7 Min., but high in intensity. And it is not only about rowing. The same applies for kayaking, dragon boaters and canoes. The good news is there are basic tenets of healthy dieting for rowers you can apply before you fuel up for […]
Coastal Rowing is getting more and more popular. Many beginners wonder: How difficult is coastal rowing. What are the differences about fine boat rowing. Tim Fenemore explains some of the differences for novice and beginner rowers “You may have thought about giving Coastal Rowing a try but concerned that it might upset your technique. Having […]
“I’m a new rower and I compete in school regattas. I was wondering what exercises I could do to become a stronger rower?” As a new athlete to the sport it is important to note that whole body movements win over your typical exercise program, especially as a high school student. You sit down all […]
We have mentioned it on this forum a few weeks ago: The Red Sea Coastal Rowing challenge. There was some great interest in this tour and we would like to give you more insight information: The Red Sea Costal Rowing challenge has two possibilities: The first possibility is a 5 day rowing journey which is […]
