ROW SLOW to GO FAST when rowing. Seriously, it's called "RATIO"

When rowing our goal is to get from A to B in the most effective way possible. In order to do that without spinning our wheels and going at an unsustainable pace we need to focus on maintain ratio This is by balancing a powerful drive with a composed recovery.
Use the recovery for what it is... an opportunity to breathe and prep your body for the next stroke. Try this "exaggerated recovery" drill to help optimize your ratio and find a sustainable balance between the drive and the recovery.
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[@stuart730]

This is a great help. Never thought about it like this. Can u do one now at say 2k pace so I can see what it looks like in reality. My problem is I go all out too quickly, then start dying. I simply can’t find a pace that allows me to go at a decent rate, yet still go for long. I need help to find the equivalent of running a 6 minute mile for 5 miles.

[@gloserr]

I don't know why I am here. UA-cam put this on my mainpage and I started liking it. Do a workout sess for amateur rowers.

[@atthethousand]

Glad you liked the video! More to come!

[@oneworldfamily]

I had to watch this twice. The first time I didn't hear a word you said because I was mesmerised by your incredible arm movements 😆
You know, they are introducing breakdancing at the Paris Olympics. You could give that a shot 😂
Keep it up, bro!

[@RealWoolfe]

So on your stroke in this example how many watts should you be creating, 160 or so?

[@johnlanigan7490]

Why do you curl your hands inward at the end of the drive? Seems like wasted effort and constantly changing hand placement.

[@Junior3z]

I guess it's two things.
First of all, the pros go down a smidge and feather their oar so they don't hit the water on the recovery. This motion mimics this, while working out on the ERG.
But for me, I guess the main reason would be that this teaches us to keep our legs extended until the handle passes over, or just over the knees.

[@jrod1333]

Thank you!