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For a weak/slow rower, which plan is better for improvements in both speed and endurance? Pete or Wolverine?<br /><br />thanks

Is the Pete's Plan for weaker rowers like me? Just to give an idea, it is very challenging for me to row 15k no matter what pace. <br /><br /><!--QuoteBegin-Ray79+Dec 9 2005, 12:16 PM--><table border='0' align='center' width='95%' cellpadding='3' cellspacing='1'><tr><td><div class='genmed'><b>QUOTE(...

My local gym is sponsoring an erg contest on January 1st. Its a 2k piece. My current PB 2k piece is 1.57/500m or 7:48. To win, I estimate that I would need to go under 1:50.<br /><br />I just want a training plan to get myself in better shape, faster splits and much much more endurance.<br /><br />t...

what software do you use to play xeno's dvd on the computer? I can play it on a dvd player but my computer wont play it. <br /><br />thx

1. I want to know how to better control my split. When one says maintain a 1:55 split, does that mean the "long term average" split should be 1:55 or every single pull should be 1:55? Lets say my training plan is to go at 1:55 for the first 25 minutes and then 1:50 for the last 5. I have trouble get...

When doing erg tests and trying to reach for personal bests, is the best strategy to simply do above your intended average for 75% of the erg and then drop it down?<br /><br />I was hoping to get a personal best of 1:53 on the 5k erg. I was rowing at 1:53 for most of the race until the final 1000 me...

<!--QuoteBegin-ljwagner+Nov 20 2005, 11:17 AM--><table border='0' align='center' width='95%' cellpadding='3' cellspacing='1'><tr><td><div class='genmed'><b>QUOTE(ljwagner @ Nov 20 2005, 11:17 AM)</b></div></td></tr><tr><td class='quote'><!--QuoteEBegin-->Intense workouts are challenging in multiple ...

Does anyone here have any thoughts, experiences, things to say about mental toughness in rowing? I'm a novice and I find that it's the hardest part for me to conquer. When I'm rowing in the club with people, no matter how hard the workout is, I am able to grind it out.<br /><br />But last night I wa...

I am new here so I dont know much about rowing/the people here. With no disrespect towards anyone else, I believe we are amazingly lucky to have Xeno around. At what other site can we interact/talk with an OLYMPIC GOLD MEDALIST?<br /><br />I am trying to improve me erg score. Should I follow Xeno's ...

To to get a rougth idea, what are the 2k splits of the best college rowers in the country?

I know this sounds terrible but I am a poor college student; I am considering buying the "Pure Technique" DVD that costs $28.85. I am looking to go into competitve rowing uni 8. I want to improve my erg endurance and time. <br /><br />Nothing personal against Xeno of course. Is this money well spent?

why did my thread turn into a flame war?

First, thanks to those who posted this link: <a href='http://www.invernessrowingclub.co.uk/catchpos.html' target='_blank'>http://www.invernessrowingclub.co.uk/catchpos.html</a><br /><br />I had sent the link to a friend whos an experienced rower and he gave the following critique of the 2 guys on th...

I'm trying to make the sweep eight team but I'm only 181cm. Lots of my teammates range from 188 to 193. How do I overcome this height disadvantage?

Today was my second time ever on the erg and I did another 5k. I lowered my per 500 by about 8 seconds. Is this considered a steady rate improvement? Right now my time is at 2 mins and 18 seconds which I know is still very pathetic.<br /><br />What should I do for the next month inorder to train lon...