Sign up for our free rowing tips at https://www.decentrowing.comIn this episode, Lachlan and Ken discuss racing strategy.  If you want to win it is important to understand the common racing tactics and tricks used by rowers to cross the line first. They discuss the areas where an advantage can be gained over your competitors and point out some of the advantages and pitfalls of differing race strategies for athletes from beginners through to elite. Sign up for our free rowing tips at https://www.decentrowing.com​​​Sign up for a Decent Rowing Membership at https://www.decentrowing.com and you will get:- Access to our rowing library of over 900 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 (https://www.decentrowing.com)

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Racing Tips, Tricks and Tactics for Rowing

Try a Decent Rowing Membership for free with our one-week trial at https://www.decentrowing.comIn this episode, Ken and Lachlan run through the most common mistakes coaches make when teaching rowing beginners. Rowing is one of the most challenging sports to learn, which makes building a good foundation essential.Coaches play a large role in creating the learning environment for beginners; therefore, what they focus on during those first sessions is crucial.This episode&apos;s information discusses the videos of our 2021 On-Water Beginner Rowing Course.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 "2021 On-Water Beginner Rowing Course".If you haven&apos;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 900 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 (https://www.decentrowing.com)

Coaching Beginners - The most common mistakes coaches make when teaching beginners rowing

In this episode, Ken and Lachlan discuss how to go about finding the optimal gearing in rowing. They cover the concepts of gearing including setting the oars, spans and foot stretchers as well as concepts like perceived gearing and gear selection.This episode&apos;s information discusses the videos on the "Rigging" page of the Decent Rowing library under the heading of gearing.Try a Decent Rowing Membership for free with our one-week trial at https://www.decentrowing.comIf 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 "Rigging".If you haven&apos;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 900 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 (https://www.decentrowing.com)

Optimal gearing in rowing - setting oars, spans and foot-stretchers

In this episode, Ken and Lachlan discuss the common technical problems that arise on the ergo and how to fix them. This is the second of two episodes. This episode focuses on technical problems during the finish and recovery. Last week we discussed the problems of the catch and drive.  This episode&apos;s information discusses the videos on the "Playlists" page of the Decent Rowing library.Try a Decent Rowing Membership for free with our one-week trial at https://www.decentrowing.comIf 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 "Playlists".If you haven&apos;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 (https://www.decentrowing.com)

Technique problems and solutions on the rowing machine/ergo - 2 of 2 (Finish and Recovery)

In this episode, Ken and Lachlan discuss the common technical problems that arise on the ergo and how to fix them. This is the first of two episodes. This episode focuses on technical problems during the catch and drive. Next week we will be discussing the problems of the finish and recovery.  This episode&apos;s information discusses the videos on the "Playlists" page of the Decent Rowing library.Try a Decent Rowing Membership for free with our one-week trial at https://www.decentrowing.comIf 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 "Playlists".If you haven&apos;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 (https://www.decentrowing.com)

Technique problems and solutions on the rowing machine/ergo - 1 of 2 (Catch and Drive)

In this episode, Lachlan and Ken discuss their new 2021 beginner rowing course. They outline the key lessons giving an overview of the course, including which skills to learn first and why.Try a Decent Rowing Membership for free with our 1-week trial at https://www.decentrowing.comThis episode&apos;s information discusses the videos on the "2021 On-water Beginner Rowing Course" 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 "2021 On-water Beginner Rowing Course".If you haven&apos;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 (https://www.decentrowing.com)

2021 On-water Beginner Rowing Course - Overview

In this episode, Lachlan and Ken discuss balancing a rowing boat focusing on bladework and exercises that can improve balance.Try a Decent Rowing Membership for free with our 1-week trial at https://www.decentrowing.comThis episode&apos;s information discusses the videos on the "Balance" 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 "Balance".If you haven&apos;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 (https://www.decentrowing.com)

Rowing Balance, Bladework and Exercises

In this episode, Lachlan and Ken discuss how to balance a sculling boat including key concepts and common mistakes. Try a Decent Rowing Membership for free with our 1-week trial at https://www.decentrowing.comThis episode&apos;s information discusses the videos on the "Balance" 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 "Balance".If you haven&apos;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 (https://www.decentrowing.com)

Balancing the rowing boat - Sculling balance essentials

In this episode, Lachlan and Ken discuss sweep rowing balance fundamentals for the pair, four and eight. They discuss the essential concepts and common mistakes.The fundamentals of sculling and sweep boats are similar but sweep boats are far more challenging to balance than their sculling equivalents. There a number of sweep specific pitfalls when it comes to balance. Try a Decent Rowing Membership for free with our 1-week trial at https://www.decentrowing.comThis episode&apos;s information discusses the videos on the "Balance" 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 "Balance".If you haven&apos;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 (https://www.decentrowing.com)

Finding balance with one oar - Sweep rowing balance fundamentals for the pair, four and eight.

In this episode, Lachlan and Ken discuss the problematic art of balancing a rowing boat. They highlight the essential concepts and common mistakes.Rower experience doesn&apos;t guarantee a balanced boat. There are some simple steps that all crews can take in the pursuit of balance.Try a Decent Rowing membership for free with our 1-week trial at https://www.decentrowing.comThis episode&apos;s information discusses the videos on the "Balance" 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 "Balance".If you haven&apos;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 (https://www.decentrowing.com)

The problematic art of balance in rowing - Foundations for a perfectly balanced boat

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&apos;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&apos;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 (https://www.decentrowing.com)

Grip and Feathering - Sculling, sweep, common problems, solutions, and the art of relaxation

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&apos;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&apos;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 (https://www.decentrowing.com)

Rowing Catch Drills and Exercises - Improve your catch

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&apos;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&apos;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&apos;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 (https://www.decentrowing.com)

Power application at the catch - How to apply the power and why?

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 guaranteeSupport the show (https://www.decentrowing.com)

Rigging for a good catch - Achieving the best possible rowing catch position

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&apos;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&apos;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 (https://www.decentrowing.com)

First quarter of the drive phase (Final part of the catch sequence)

In these podcasts, Lachlan and Ken Davey talk everything rowing. The podcast is about having important conversations about rowing as an extension of the Decent Rowing website. We cover everything from technique and coaching to training programs and rigging.

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