At The Thousand Podcast

By Kevin Leslie | At The Thousand

Kevin Leslie talks with college coaches, Olympic athletes, performance experts, and other influential voices in rowing to help athletes truly learn from the best, evolve their training, and be better ... more

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The podcast currently has 67 episodes available.

At The Thousand Podcast episodes:

October 08, 2024036: Kari Hughes | Washington College - Coaching as a profession and Long Term Athlete Development
In this episode, Kari Hughes, Head Coach for the Washington College Women’s Rowing Program and USRowing Coaching Certification Instructor, dives into the importance of continuing education for coaches, focusing on long term development for athletes, and her advice for athletes who aspire to row at the college level!
Key Takeaways:
Coaching Education - We discuss the professionalization of coaching and USRowing’s steps to better educate coaches

Long Term Athlete Development - Why athletes don’t need to specialize in high school to be successful, and the value in playing multiple sports

Athletes Success - Kari’s advice for athletes who want to be successful at the college level, and long term after their college career
Follow Coach Hughes and Washington College:
Instagram - @washcollwrow
Evolve your Training with our ⁠⁠Free Newsletter⁠
Learn about our ⁠Coaching for Rowers⁠
Row Faster with the Erg First, Row Second Online Course
Follow ATT on Instagram: ⁠At The Thousand⁠
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1h 15min
October 01, 2024035: Frank Biller | University of Virginia - Men’s club rowing and the rise of ACRA’s and “Super Clubs”
In this episode, Frank Biller, Head Coach for the University of Virginia men’s club rowing program, dives deep into club rowing, the ACRA Championships, and the competitiveness of the “Super Clubs” as they lead the growth of club rowing!
Frank and I talk about…
How the ACRA Rowing Championships have become the biggest collegiate regatta in the world, and continues to grow and accelerate college rowing!

“Super Clubs” as a viable options for high school athletes as they are essentially a varsity program, and train just as hard as most Division 1 programs.

Why many high school rowers don’t get recruited and end up losing their spots to walk-ons who didn’t start rowing until college
Follow the UVA Men’s Rowing program on Instagram at @vmensrowing
Evolve your Training with our ⁠⁠Free Newsletter⁠
Learn about our ⁠Coaching for Rowers⁠
Row Faster with the Erg First, Row Second Online Course
Follow ATT on Instagram: ⁠At The Thousand⁠
Please SHARE this episode with friends and teammates as we have more episodes coming!
Questions? Visit Us Here: https://atthethousand.com
Enjoy the show, and Keep Steppin’ Into It!
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1h 28min
September 24, 2024034: Lizzie Mitchell | Boston University - Finding your internal “why” to be a successful college rower
In this episode, Lizzie Mitchell, associate head coach for the Boston University Women’s Rowing program, dives deep into both the physical, and the mental side of being successful as a college rower, and what athletes should expect if they hope to row for a competitive Division 1 program!
Lizzie and I talk about…
The reality of how much time being a Division 1 rower requires, and figuring out if that is truly something you are looking for in your college experience

How to discover your “internal motivation” and the “why” behind you being a college rower, and why that is more important than “external motivations”

Mastering the mental side of rowing through mental performance coaching and “quiet sitting”
Follow the Boston University Women’s Rowing program on Instagram at @terrierwrow
Evolve your Training with our ⁠⁠Free Newsletter⁠
Learn about our ⁠Coaching for Rowers⁠
Row Faster with the Erg First, Row Second Online Course
Follow ATT on Instagram: ⁠At The Thousand⁠
Please SHARE this episode with friends and teammates as we have more episodes coming!
Questions? Visit Us Here: https://atthethousand.com
Enjoy the show, and Keep Steppin’ Into It!
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1h 29min
September 17, 2024033: Kim Cupini | University of Tennessee - Building off a Top 3 NCAA finish
In this episode, Kim Cupini, Head Coach for the University of Tennessee Women’s Rowing program, dives into the upcoming season coming off a 3rd place finish at the 2024 NCAA Championships, the team and culture she is building at Tennessee, and her advice for athletes who are interested in rowing for a top 10 program!
Kim and I talk about…
Building a program centered around a passionate coaching staff, resources to help athletes be successful on and off the water, and a focus on developing athletes

What high school athletes should look for in a Division 1 program, and what they can do now to better position themselves for success

The importance of keeping the athletes present and focused after a very successful season, and not looking too far ahead at the upcoming spring season
Follow the Tennessee Women’s Rowing program on Instagram at @vol_rowing
Evolve your Training with our ⁠⁠Free Newsletter⁠
Learn about our ⁠Coaching for Rowers⁠
Row Faster with the Erg First, Row Second Online Course
Follow ATT on Instagram: ⁠At The Thousand⁠
Please SHARE this episode with friends and teammates as we have more episodes coming!
Questions? Visit Us Here: https://atthethousand.com
Enjoy the show, and Keep Steppin’ Into It!
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58min
September 10, 2024032: Nate Clark | Trinity College - Why Division 3 rowing may be a better choice
In this episode, Nate Clark, assistant coach and recruiting coordinator for the Trinity College men's rowing program, dives deep into the rise in competitiveness of the IRA Division 3 category, and how these programs offer an incredible opportunity for some of the most competitive high school rowers out there!
Nate and I talk about…
The start of D3's rise with it's own national championship, and how that has completely transformed the division

The explosion in the competition level for D3 rowing, and how top teams are as competitive, if not more competitive, than many top Division 1 programs

The key differences between D3 and D1, and how D3 offers unique opportunities that may be more suitable for some student athletes
Follow Trinity Men's Rowing on Instagram at @trinitycollegemensrowing
Evolve your Training with our ⁠⁠Free Newsletter⁠
Learn about our ⁠Coaching for Rowers⁠
Row Faster with the Erg First, Row Second Online Course
Follow ATT on Instagram: ⁠At The Thousand⁠
Please SHARE this episode with friends and teammates as we have more episodes coming!
Questions? Visit Us Here: https://atthethousand.com
Enjoy the show, and Keep Steppin’ Into It!
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1h 21min
September 04, 2024031: Kara Kohler | Three-time Olympian, 2012 Bronze Medalist, & college walk-on
In this episode we have 3-time Olympian and 2012 bronze medalist, Kara Kohler, fresh off a 5th place finish in the Women’s Single at the Paris Olympics, and former college walk-on who didn’t start rowing until she entered college!
Kara and I talk about…
The value of being a competitive swimmer in high school and developing athletic diversity before beginning her rowing career in college at Cal

Winning a bronze medal at the Olympics less than three years into her rowing journey, then returning to Cal and winning a national championship in the Varsity 8+

Managing the ups and downs of four Olympic cycles, including her return to the Olympics in 2021 after not making the 2016 team
Follow Kara on Instagram at @kara_merica_bear and reach out to her if you have any questions about her incredible journey!
Evolve your Training with our ⁠⁠Free Newsletter⁠
Learn about our ⁠Coaching for Rowers⁠
Row Faster with the Erg First, Row Second Online Course
Follow ATT on Instagram: ⁠At The Thousand⁠
Please SHARE this episode with friends and teammates as we have more episodes coming!
Questions? Visit Us Here: https://atthethousand.com
Enjoy the show, and Keep Steppin’ Into It!
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1h 19min
June 27, 2024030: Delaney McGuire #3 - Maximizing summer training
In this episode we have Delaney McGuire of the Eastern Michigan University women’s rowing program back for round 3, and this is a fun one as we dive into summer training, and how to maximize your off-season in preparation for a fast September!
Delaney and I talk about…
The importance of building your aerobic base, while also dedicating time to strength training, core/mobility, and balanced training

Why athletes need to block out the noise of only training for 2000 meter tests, and focus on developing their 5k, 6k, and/or 30 minute in the summer

Tips and tricks to better control your environment and make summer training an effective and enjoyable experience
Follow Coach McGuire on Instagram at @coach_dmcg and check out the Eastern Michigan women’s rowing program at @emurowing
Learn about our ⁠Coaching for Rowers⁠
Follow ATT on Instagram: ⁠At The Thousand⁠
Stay up to date with our ⁠⁠Free Newsletter⁠
Please SHARE this episode with friends and teammates as we have more episodes coming!
Questions? Visit Us Here: https://atthethousand.com
Enjoy the show, and Keep Steppin’ Into It!Evolve your Training with our ⁠⁠Free Newsletter⁠
Learn about our ⁠Coaching for Rowers⁠
Row Faster with the Erg First, Row Second Online Course
Follow ATT on Instagram: ⁠At The Thousand⁠
Please SHARE this episode with friends and teammates as we have more episodes coming!
Questions? Visit Us Here: https://atthethousand.com
Enjoy the show, and Keep Steppin’ Into It!
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1h 7min
June 14, 2024 029: Prioritize TRAINING over RACING this summer to become a FASTER ROWER
In this solo episode we talk about the importance of prioritizing *training* (not racing!) this summer in order to truly maximize your off-season. Why athletes need to take a step back, and focus on long term athlete development, and the areas in their training that are actually going to push their fitness forward.
ATT Offer: SAVE 50% on the ATT Collective
For High School Rowers who aspire to row in college, use the code “ATTCOLLECTIVE24” at checkout for 50% off your first month!
⁠Check out the ATT Collective Here⁠
Learn about our ⁠Coaching for Rowers⁠
Follow ATT on Instagram: ⁠At The Thousand⁠
Stay up to date with our ⁠⁠Free Newsletter⁠
Please SHARE this episode with friends and teammates as we have more episodes coming!
Questions? Visit Us Here: https://atthethousand.com
Enjoy the show, and Keep Steppin’ Into It!
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13min
May 29, 2024028: Joe DeLeo | Science of Rowing - The importance of strength & conditioning for rowers
In this episode we have Joe DeLeo, Strength & Conditioning Coach and PhD Candidate in Exercise Physiology, and we dive into the importance of resistance training for rowers, and why strength training is crucial for both peak performance and injury prevention.
In our conversation Joe and I break down…
How rowing is a power-endurance sport, and the power output required to perform a rowing stroke and sustain it for 2000 meters

Where to get started with developing the “skill” of strength training and building up in a way that complements your rowing performance and minimizes the risk of injury

Exercise selection and developing a program centered around how you perform the rowing stroke and what actually creates sustainable power
Learn more about Joe on Instagram at @scienceofrowing
ATT Offer: SAVE 50% on the ATT Collective
For High School Rowers who aspire to row in college, use the code “ATTCOLLECTIVE24” at checkout for 50% off your first month!
⁠Check out the ATT Collective Here⁠
Learn about our ⁠Coaching for Rowers⁠
Follow ATT on Instagram: ⁠At The Thousand⁠
Stay up to date with our ⁠⁠Free Newsletter⁠
Please SHARE this episode with friends and teammates as we have more episodes coming!
Questions? Visit Us Here: https://atthethousand.com
Enjoy the show, and Keep Steppin’ Into It!
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1h 48min
May 14, 2024027: Kate Knifton | 2024 Olympian & NCAA Champion with the University of Texas
In this episode we have Kate Knifton, two-time national champion at the University of Texas and 2024 Olympian, who shares her journey from a standout college career, to overcoming a significant back injury, to qualifying for her first Olympics as she prepares for Paris 2024!
Kate provides amazing openness on her journey and insight into elite college rowing as we dive into…
Her path from dancer, to D1 NCAA champ, then to the 2024 Olympics, and whether that was all part of the plan or just continued perseverance

The experience of winning back to back championships at Texas and what it means to be a part of a team culture that truly embodies being a part of something bigger than themselves

How Kate overcame a significant back injury that sidelined her from rowing, and her journey to get back to elite college rowing then qualifying for the Olympics
You can learn more about Kate on Instagram by following @kate_knifton, and the athletes for Team USA on @womenintheboat, as they finish up the last few months before the Paris Olympics!
ATT Offer: SAVE 50% on the ATT Collective
For High School Rowers who aspire to row in college, use the code “ATTCOLLECTIVE24” at checkout for 50% off your first month!
⁠Check out the ATT Collective Here⁠
Learn about our ⁠Coaching for Rowers⁠
Follow ATT on Instagram: ⁠At The Thousand⁠
Stay up to date with our ⁠⁠Free Newsletter⁠
Please SHARE this episode with friends and teammates as we have more episodes coming!
Questions? Visit Us Here: https://atthethousand.com
Enjoy the show, and Keep Steppin’ Into It!
...more
1h 11min

FAQs about At The Thousand Podcast:

How many episodes does At The Thousand Podcast have?

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