Science of Rowing

Science of Rowing

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Science of Rowing episodes

  • Volume 5, Issue 7 (July 2024)

    Joe, Alex, and Mark discuss 3 articles focused on NIRS, Low and High Stroke Rates with and without Biomechanical Feedback, and Physiological Predictors of Elite and Development Rowers

    [0:00] Introduce Dr. Mark Homer

    [3:57] Is NIRS Deoxygenated Hemoglobin Associated with the Anaerobic Threshold and Rowing Performance?
    [26:18] The Effect Of Low and High Stroke Rate With And Without Biomechanical Feedback On Simulated Competitive Rowing Intensity
    [46:23] Physiological Predictors Of Performance In Elite And Development Rower

    1 hr 9 min
  • Volume 5, Issue 5 Podcast (June, 2024)

    Joe, Alex, and James discuss three articles on heat stress, the energy cost of rowing, and the application for critical power for training zone prescription.

    [0:00] Introducing James Goodwin

    [8:12] Heat Stress' Effect on Rowing Performance
    [29:48] The Energy Cost of Rowing
    [48:45] The Application of Critical Power to Rowing

    1 hr 6 min
  • Volume 5, Issue 5 Podcast (May, 2024)

    Joe, Alex, and Nicole discuss 3 articles focused on testosterone and cortisol, rowing injuries, and trunk & shoulder kinematics.

    [0:00] 2024 Conference and other updates
    [3:28] Can the Testosterone:Cortisol Ratio be a Predictor of Rowing Performance?
    [19:04] Rowing related injuries and the role of biomechanics in their management
    [37:06] Trunk and Shoulder Kinematics of Rowing Displayed by Olympic Athletes

    57 min
  • Volume 5, Issue 4 Podcast (April 2024)

    Joe, Alex, and Trent discuss 3 articles on training models, stretch-shortening cycle and plyometrics, and crew selection.

    [0:00] Trent Lawton Introduction

    [5:00] 3-Zone vs. 5-Zone Models
    [19:40] Stretch-Shortening Cycle in Vastus Lateralis
    [37:10] Factors That Affect Selection of Elite Women's Sculling Crews

    55 min
  • Volume 5, Issue 3 (March 2024)

    Joe, Alex, and Ishan discuss three articles on the energetic demands of rowing, optima nutrition for rowers, and using the CMJ to assess neuromuscular fatigue.

    [3:05] The Energetic Demands of Elite Rowing

    [19:45] Optimal Nutrition for Rowing
    [36:40] Assessing Neuromuscular Fatigue From High-intensity Training In Rowing And The Role Of Strength Training In Building Tolerance To The Demands Of The Training Programme

    50 min
  • Volume 5, Issue 2 Podcast (February, 2024)

    Joe, Alex, and Frank discuss three articles on the interference effect, pre-conditioning strategies, and technical and core stability parameters.

    [2:37] The Interference Effects’ Impact on 1,000-meter Rowing Ergometer Performance

    [24:21] The Efficacy of Preconditioning Strategies On Rowing Performance
    [42:30] Prediction Of Rowing Ergometer Performance By Technical And Core Stability Parameters

    1 hr 10 min
  • Volume 5, Issue 1 Podcast (January, 2024)

    Joe, Alex, and Frank discuss 3 articles focused on the menstrual cycle, post-activation potentiation in the warm-up, and foot-stretcher height.

    [1:45] Menstrual cycle and hormonal contraceptive phases’ effect on elite rowers’ training, performance and wellness

    [20:20] Dynamic post activation potentiation improved female rowing ergometer performance
    [42:25] The Influence Of Foot-stretcher Height On Rowing Ergometer Technique And Performance

    1 hr 1 min
  • Volume 4, Issue 12 Podcast (December, 2023)

    [3:26] The Impact of an Ergonomic Erg Handle on Rowing Performance & Kinematics

    [15:51] The impact of trunk extension technique on trunk muscle activity while ergometer rowing
    [28:30] What Contributes to Low Energy Availability In Elite Female Rowers?

    50 min
  • Volume 4, Issue 11(November, 2023)

    Joe, Alex, and Nicole discuss three articles around elite female rowers' perspectives on health after sport, the technical stroke variables of elite and sub elite rowers, and the muscular actions of the hop joint.

    [0:00] Recap of Science of Rowing Conference

    [1:47] Elite Female Rowers and Rugby Players Perspectives on Health After Sport
    [11:39] What are the technical stroke variables of elite and sub elite rowers?
    [21:53] Muscular Actions of the Hip Joint

    33 min
  • Volume 4, Issue 10 (October, 2023)

    Joe, Alex, and Ishan discuss three articles around sodium bicarbonate supplementation, how self observation via video analysis can improve technique, and rowing coaches' perspectives on the most important physical and technical components to develop junior rowers.

    [0:00] Ishan's new website and Science of Rowing Virtual Conference

    [4:51] Individualizing Sodium Bicarbonate Timing Improves 2,000-meter Performance
    [16:47] Using Self-based Observational Learning and Expert Modelling to Support Rowing Technical Competence
    [32:30] Coaches’ Perspective Of Key Technical And Physical Parameters In Junior Rowers

    54 min

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Science of Rowing is a monthly membership publication with research reviews on rowing training, strength training, and other rowing performance factors. We write for rowers, coaches, and professionals…