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Rowing WOD 9/16/13: 2x12min w/ 3min Rest – Post Distances

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Rowing WOD 9/16/13:

Rowing Together at CFB

2 x 12min w/ 3min Rest

1st:

  • 2′ @20 S/M, 2′ @24, 2′ @22, 2′ @26, 2′ @24, 2′ @28

2nd:

  • 2′ @28 S/M, 2′ @24, 2′ @26, 2′ @22, 2′ @24, 2′ @20

When competing in a WOD it helps to know what pace and rhythm will be most efficient.  The best way to learn where you’re most efficient is by doing.  Use today’s Rowing WOD as an opportunity to experiment with different ratio and rhythm.  Try to hold a consistent split over each two-minute segment.  When the stroke rating (s/m = strokes per minute) increases try to hold the split lower.  When the stroke rating decreases don’t let the split jump.

Post your Total Meters Rowed for each piece to comments.

Rest Day 9/15/13: Ready to Rumble?

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The Renegade Rowing Team is Ready to Rumble!

They Race at 9am today.

Come Cheer Them On!

Rest Day 9/12/13: Mobilize and then go for a walk! Along a River if possible.

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Rest Day 9/12/13:

Mobilize and then go for a walk!  Get outside and enjoy a walk around a lake or along a river if possible.  Check out what’s in store for the Renegade Rowing Team this weekend!

Rumble on the River 2013

Community Rowing Inc. (CRI) is set to host the fourth annual Rumble on the River, a free outdoor music and rowing festival scheduled for Sunday, September 15 from noon to 6:30 p.m. at the Harry Parker Boathouse, 20 Nonantum Rd. in Brighton.

The Renegade Rowing Team will be racing and there are many other activities to check out including live music and a VIP Beer Garden.  Register for access to the Beer Garden here … Rumble on the River VIP Beer Garden Experience!

Hope to see you there!

Rowing WOD 9/6/13: 5RM Front Squat, 3/4 Cindy, 2k Row – Post Load, Score, and Split

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Rowing WOD 9/6/13:

BC Men's Crew and I doing a Row, Run, WOD, Run, Row!

BC Men’s Crew and I doing a Row, Run, WOD, Run, Row!

Warm Up: 1 Mile Run (moderate pace)

1. 5RM Front Squat

2. 3/4 Cindy – As Many Rounds As Possible in 15min

  • 3 Pull Ups
  • 6 Push Ups
  • 12 Air Squats

Cool Down: 2k Row @5k+3 (Perfect Form)

Today is another opportunity to build strength and work capacity while focusing on the sport specifics of rowing.  Get in a good warmup by running a mile and then warming up your front squat.  When you’re ready, attack the front squats and focus on keeping your elbows up, staying connected, and spreading the floor.  During 3/4 Cindy focus on quality reps/movement with good breathing and consistent pace.  Split it up as needed being sure not to go to failure on any single rep.  It will take twice as long to recover if you do.  When you cool down on the erg, every stroke should be perfect.  Focus on posture, control, and connection.  Keep level hands, be smooth, and breath.

Post your 5RM Front Squat, Score for 3/4 Cindy, and Average Split for the 2k.

Below is the Boston College Men’s Crew Team testing this WOD out earlier this week.

Rest Day 9/5/13: 15min of Mobility – Share Your Focus

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Rest Day 9/5/13:

BC Men's Crew pushing it out during Cindy

BC Men’s Crew pushing it out during Cindy

15min of Mobility

In rowing the longer your stroke the further you can move the boat and ultimately the faster you can go.  Same thing applies indoors, rowing on the erg.  The only problem with that equation is your positioning.  Are you in a strong position at the catch and finish?  Today is a day to work on mobility and improve that positioning.  Take at least 15 minutes, ideally longer, to work on your tight spots.  What limits you?  Ankle flexion at the catch?  Shoulder mobility at the finish?

Share where you tend to be tight during a row as well as your problem areas for WODs. What are you doing daily to work them out?

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Here’s a glimpse of practice this week for the Renegade Rowing Team!  They race at the Rumble on the River, September 15th at Community Rowing Inc.  Come cheer them on!