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What's a good 500m row time? Records, Tips & A Race Plan

What's a good 500m row time? Records, Tips & A Race Plan

Daragh McCarthy Daragh McCarthy December 10th, 2023 20 minute read Rowing

The 500m row is a classic test of strength, speed, and endurance, making it a staple in both rowing and general fitness communities such as Crossfit. This article aims to demystify what constitutes a good time for this challenging distance. We’ll... more »

How to choose an indoor rowing coach

How to choose an indoor rowing coach

Alex Burgar Alex Burgar December 6th, 2023 10 minute read Rowing

If you're new to indoor rowing, you might be wondering how to choose an indoor rowing coach for your needs — and personality. Coach preferences are highly personal and depend on multiple factors, and trying a bunch of different coaching styles... more »

TRAINING DAY: An indoor rowing plan to get fitter and faster

TRAINING DAY: An indoor rowing plan to get fitter and faster

Daragh McCarthy Daragh McCarthy September 4th, 2023 14 minute read Rowing

Welcome to the ‘TRAINING DAY’ Indoor Rowing Plan Are you looking for a fun and challenging way to improve your fitness and overall health? Look no further than the 'TRAINING DAY' indoor rowing plan by Johan Quie, now available in the ASENSEI... more »

What's in an asensei membership?

What's in an asensei membership?

Ross Arnott Ross Arnott June 7th, 2023 7 minute read Rowing

It's been a while since we gave an update on the asensei membership on here and a few things have changed so here's a quick article to explain what it's all about.When you subscribe to asensei for rowing you gain access to our full range of... more »

How do I buy a rowing machine secondhand?

How do I buy a rowing machine secondhand?

Alex Burgar Alex Burgar May 26th, 2023 10 minute read

Rowing machines can offer an amazing full-body workout, and are a valuable addition to any home gym setup. That said, they can be, like any gym equipment, expensive. You might be wondering: how do I buy a rowing machine secondhand? Or you might be asking... more »

Best beginner rowing workout: the ultimate guide for beginners

Best beginner rowing workout: the ultimate guide for beginners

Alex Burgar Alex Burgar May 21st, 2023 12 minute read Rowing

For many people, the hardest thing about building a workout routine is knowing where to start. If this is you, you’re not alone! Many people are searching for the best beginner rowing workout, but structured rowing workouts for beginners are... more »

How long should you work out on a rowing machine for?

How long should you work out on a rowing machine for?

Alex Burgar Alex Burgar April 26th, 2023 13 minute read

Beginners and experienced rowers alike may wonder how long you should work out on a rowing machine for, to best reap the benefits of the machine’s full-body workout. The answer to this question depends on a variety of factors, including fitness goals,... more »

Our Best 2k Training Plan: RECOMMIT PLUS with Eric Murray

Our Best 2k Training Plan: RECOMMIT PLUS with Eric Murray

Daragh McCarthy Daragh McCarthy April 12th, 2023 13 minute read Rowing

We've created Eric Murray and ASENSEI's best 2k training plan - RECOMMIT PLUS. It is a new 7 week program that will help you hit peak performance in time for your race, event or personal goal! The RECOMMIT PLUS 2km training plan is an extended version of... more »

The history of the workout video — and why ASENSEI is a revolution

The history of the workout video — and why ASENSEI is a revolution

Alex Burgar Alex Burgar March 30th, 2023 7 minute read ASENSEI.AI | Rowing

The workout video is nothing new: the cultural phenomenon of a guided video workout has existed since the early 20th century, with Jane Fonda’s fitness empire bringing the form to its spandex-clad pinnacle in the 1980s. The history of the workout... more »

Deliberate Practice with Helen Glover

Deliberate Practice with Helen Glover

March 22nd, 2023 6 minute read Rowing

Helen Glover MBE is a British professional rower and a member of the Great Britain Rowing Team. Ranked the number 1 female rower in the world in 2015-16, she is a two-time Olympic champion, triple World champion, quintuple World... more »