Decent Rowing Podcast

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In this episode, Lachlan and Ken discuss racing strategy.  If you want to win it is important to understand the common racing tactics a…

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In this episode, Ken and Lachlan run through the most common mistakes coaches make when teaching 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 con…

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 durin…

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…

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.

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In this episode, Lachlan and Ken discuss balancing a rowing boat focusing on bladework and exercises that can improve balance.

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In this episode, Lachlan and Ken discuss how to balance a sculling boat including key concepts and common mistakes. 

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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…

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't guarantee a 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.

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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 …

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's speed…

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 in…

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 si…

In this episode, Lachlan and Ken discuss the moment of connection. The moment of connection is the point when the rower starts driving the boat forward and is an essential component of "The catch". T…

In this episode, Lachlan and Ken discuss the last quarter of the recovery. The last quarter of the recovery is arguably the most crucial part of the rowing stroke and forms the beginning of "the catc…

In this episode, Jess Collins Phd., Lachlan Davey, and Ken Davey discuss how to tailor training programs to the individual. 

In this episode, you will learn:

• The common mistakes which coaches make when…

In this episode, Lachlan Davey and Jess Collins discuss recovery in sport. Jess is a full-time neuroscientist and a competitive Ultra-marathoner. When you train as much as Jess with a full-time job, …

In this episode, Ken and Lachlan Davey run through some good rules of thumb for rigging, whether it be a single or a crew boat. They discuss what to check on your boat and when to make changes. They …