This month we are talking Head Racing - long distance rowing races with Marlene Royle and Rebecca Caroe.

Timestamps to the show:

01:00 Head Racing - top tips. Own the river. Be aggressive from the start. Focus on your rhythm.

04:00 How to be a strong stern pair in an eight for head racing

07:39 Where and how do you make rhythm with soft knees moving through the transition

14:30 How to learn pace judgement. Do some time trials to learn what rate suits you. Consistent speed is the goal. 7 x 3 minutes with a 2 minute break. Pick a target rate and see if you can hold it throughout.

17:41 pay attention to your release timing if rating is a challenge

20:00 Free ebook on Head Racing for Masters https://fastermastersrowing.com/head-racing/

22:00 Mobility and flexibility - Technique as you age presentation. Shows the challenges for masters.

32:50 Congratulations to Gordon Williams, our first Faster Masters training program medallist. Gold at New Zealand Masters Championships in mens F 1x. https://fastermastersrowing.com/our-first-faster-masters-medalist/