Can I become a good rower?

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Should I slim down to become a better rower?

I am 5'7 and around 165 pounds...would I be a better rower if I got my weight down to 145 or 150??

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It depends on your build. If you have a fat-heavy midsection, then of course, fat is only going to slow...

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Can a rower become a coxswain in college?

I am rowing on a junior rowing team for my second year. I'm definitely not one of the best rowers and I don't think that there is much of a chance for me to get recruited for college by rowing. But since I am a lightweight rower I technically could cox...

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You can always join a club or walk-on if you want to continue rowing. But I'm in the same situation...

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How can I become a lightweight rower?

Hi everyone, I'm an 18 year old (6'0, 169 lb) rower. I'm entering college in the fall and would like to row as a lightweight. Currently, my 2k is a 6:31.3, 5k is a 1:46 split, and hour of power is a 1:51.6 split. Any advice on how to drop the last 9...

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I would continue what you're doing but add running, if you don't already. Running is a good way to burn...

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How can I become a lightweight rower?

I've been rowing for 1 1/2 years and I want to become a lightweight. I am 5' 2'', and weigh around 133. My best 2K is an 8:04 (2:01 split). I have an erg at home and alot of other equipment,so I'm just looking for workouts or diets I can do over the...

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You really don't need to lose much weight. 130 is the limit. So, just exercise and eat right and the...

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How to become a good rower?

soooooooooo this year is my first year of highschool and i decided to join rowing. one of the main reasons why i joined rowing was because of my mom, she always talked about how she ...show more

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Squats. And bulk up. Rowers are very big and strong.

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How long does it take to become the greatest rower in the world?

I am Bruno Nochas and I am requiring the knowledge of the great rowing skill. How can I become greater rower than ever Redgrave, Steve? I must accomplish this within three month. Can ...show more

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No, not in 3 months. You will never gonna make it. You won't even become a pro rower some day. Be realistic...

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How to become a better rower by october?

right now i train around 8 hours a week (on the water) i want to know if there is some stuff i can do, either on the water (like sets) or off the water (erging sets, weights, etc) that will make me a better rower? on the erg, my 2k time is around 8:...

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wall ball, squats, and lunges. do 100 of each for time? or 50 of each for time? and then try to beat...

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Should I stay a rower or become a coxswain?

I'm a sophomore in high school and I just joined the local crew team at the beginning of January this year. This is my first sport since softball in elementary school (which I sucked at), so I'm pretty weak and flabby compared to the other girls on the...

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It really depends how you feel and what your coaches think! But in case you didnt know, you can get...

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What does it take to become a rower instead of the coxswain?

Well i am 14 year old boy. 5ft 9" only 120lbs. Do you think i would be picked as a rower or a coxswain? I am pretty strong. I am going into highschool next year and i will sign up for crew. I don't want to be the coxswain because i am pretty shy...

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You need to gain some mass. 120 pounds is very, very light for a male rower. Obviously you are young...

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How do I become a beastly rower over the summer?

My novice year of rowing is about to end. We practice September- May. I have been in the top boat all year, and I have always had good technique. But I want to work on getting my fitness and erg times better so I can be THE best girl on varsity. I know...

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Fall is head racing season, so you're right in preparing with endurance workouts. I plan on shifting...

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