Rowing
Rowing articles with coaching insights, great workout programs and more from asensei, our coaches and contributors.
Good Form is Free Speed - (RE)COMMIT #2
Good form is the key for becoming a faster indoor rower with less effort. One of the primary benefits of the asensei rowing app is how easy it makes learning proper rowing technique, something a lot of recreational/gym rowers miss out on.... more »
Indoor Rowing Glossary - key terms, phrases and acronyms
Indoor rowing is a pretty simple sport, but sometimes you'll come across some specific indoor rowing terminology, abbreviations or nicknames that can be a bit confusing or are are just new to you. So whether you are starting out and a bit... more »
Coaching gold: the essence of the indoor rowing finish
In every rowing stroke, we are either working (driving) or resting (recovering). These phases are bookended by two positions called the Catch and the Finish. In this article, we’re diving into the details of the Finish to uncover expert tips from... more »
Coaching gold: the essence of the indoor rowing catch
The rowing stroke is a combination of the drive and the recovery. In each phase, there is a final action which completes the rest (recovery) and the push (drive). These are called the Catch position and the Finish position respectively. The indoor... more »
NEW Rowing Program - EMBARK: Start rowing with WaterRower
Coached by Master Trainer Clare Holman from British Rowing, EMBARK: Start rowing with WaterRower is new rowing program from asensei - featuring a variety of workout types plus a guide to the WaterRower itself. The program begins with an overview... more »
NEW Indoor Rowing Program - LEGS, BODY, ARMS with Johan Quie
Inspired by Johan Quie’s college rowing days, LEGS, BODY, ARMS is a new asensei indoor rowing program consisting of seven workouts for all abilities and fitness levels - whether you have just started or are looking to beat your PB! Each workout is... more »
Coaching Gold: Rowing foot placement and the science behind it
The asensei youtube channel features livestream workouts from coach Eric Murray every week which are packed with insights and tips from one of rowing's all-time greats. In the Coaching Gold series we will highlight some of Eric's tips and... more »
Coaching Gold: How to optimize your stroke length
A longer rowing stroke means you'll go faster, right? But do you know what is effective length, and what is unnecessary length? The asensei youtube channel features livestream workouts from coach Eric Murray every week which are packed... more »
Coaching Gold: How to increase power in your rowing stroke
The asensei youtube channel features livestream workouts from coach Eric Murray every week which are packed with insights and tips from one of rowing's all-time greats. In the Coaching Gold series we will highlight some of Eric's tips and insights from... more »
Our favorite indoor rowing training programs
Indoor rowing can seem daunting to those who have never tried it before. Until recently, there was very little information readily available on how to get started on the erg – nothing to advise a beginner or coach a veteran and certainly nothing to... more »