Podcasts by Decent Rowing Podcast
In these podcasts, Lachlan and Ken Davey talk everything rowing. The podcast is about having important conversations about rowing as an extension of the Decent Rowing website. We cover everything from technique and coaching to training programs and rigging.
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Hands Away and Rock Over of the Rowing Stroke from 2022-02-18T06:00
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In this episode, Lachlan and Ken discuss the rowing stroke's hands away and rock over. They cover differing approac...
The Rowing Tap Out and Feather from 2022-02-04T10:00
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In this episode, Lachlan and Ken discuss the tap out and feather of the rowing stroke, focusing on sculling.
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Sculling Finish Position for Rowing from 2022-01-11T09:00
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In this episode, Lachlan and Ken discuss the finish position of the rowing stroke with a focus on sculling in particular...
Coxing in Rowing - Tips, techniques and tactics for coxswains from 2021-10-22T09:00
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In this episode, Lachlan and Ken discuss coxing, including the role of the coxswain, coxing techniques, safety and racin...
Racing Tips, Tricks and Tactics for Rowing from 2021-07-15T08:00
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In this episode, Lachlan and Ken discuss racing strategy. If you want to win it is important to understand the common r...
Coaching Beginners - The most common mistakes coaches make when teaching beginners rowing from 2021-06-17T06:00
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Optimal gearing in rowing - setting oars, spans and foot-stretchers from 2021-06-04T13:00
In this episode, Ken and Lachlan discuss how to go about finding the optimal gearing in rowing. They cover the concepts of gearing including setting the oars, spans and foot stretchers as well a...
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Technique problems and solutions on the rowing machine/ergo - 2 of 2 (Finish and Recovery) from 2021-05-20T13:00
In this episode, Ken and Lachlan discuss the common technical problems that arise on the ergo and how to fix them. This is the second of two episodes. This episode focuses on technical problems ...
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Technique problems and solutions on the rowing machine/ergo - 1 of 2 (Catch and Drive) from 2021-05-13T13:00
In this episode, Ken and Lachlan discuss the common technical problems that arise on the ergo and how to fix them. This is the first of two episodes. This episode focuses on technical problems d...
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Rowing Balance, Bladework and Exercises from 2021-04-29T11:00
In this episode, Lachlan and Ken discuss balancing a rowing boat focusing on bladework and exercises that can improve balance.
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Balancing the rowing boat - Sculling balance essentials from 2021-04-22T13:00
In this episode, Lachlan and Ken discuss how to balance a sculling boat including key concepts and common mistakes.
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Finding balance with one oar - Sweep rowing balance fundamentals for the pair, four and eight. from 2021-04-15T06:00
In this episode, Lachlan and Ken discuss sweep rowing balance fundamentals for the pair, four and eight. They discuss the essential concepts and common mistakes.
The fundamentals of scu...
The problematic art of balance in rowing - Foundations for a perfectly balanced boat from 2021-04-08T16:00
In this episode, Lachlan and Ken discuss the problematic art of balancing a rowing boat. They highlight the essential concepts and common mistakes.
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Grip and Feathering - Sculling, sweep, common problems, solutions, and the art of relaxation from 2021-04-01T07:00
In this episode, Lachlan and Ken discuss grip and feathering. They highlight the common problems and solutions.
Sculling and sweep although slightly different require a similar technica...
Rowing Catch Drills and Exercises - Improve your catch from 2021-03-25T11:00
In this episode, Lachlan and Ken discuss the lessons from the previous catch podcast episodes and describe their favourite drills to improve the rowing catch.
As a guide, they have grou...
Power application at the catch - How to apply the power and why? from 2021-03-18T15:00
In this episode, Lachlan and Ken discuss power application. Every rower wants to give it their all during the drive, but the sequence and the timing of movements significantly impact the boat&ap...
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Rigging for a good catch - Achieving the best possible rowing catch position from 2021-03-11T10:00
In this episode, Lachlan and Ken run through the essential topics for rigging at the catch. Every rower is unique. Each has a different fitness level, limb measurements, flexibility and history ...
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First quarter of the drive phase (Final part of the catch sequence) from 2021-03-03T13:00
In this episode, Lachlan and Ken discuss the first quarter of the drive phase. The first quarter of the drive is the final part of the catch sequence. There is more to this part of the stroke th...
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The Moment of Connection (The Catch) from 2021-02-25T12:00
In this episode, Lachlan and Ken discuss the moment of connection. The moment of connection is the point when the rower starts driving the boat forward and is an essential component of "The...
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Last quarter of the recovery (First part of the catch) from 2021-02-19T13:00
In this episode, Lachlan and Ken discuss the last quarter of the recovery. The last quarter of the recovery is arguably the most crucial part of the rowing stroke and forms the beginning of &quo...
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Training programs for the individual from 2020-04-30T17:00
In this episode, Jess Collins Phd., Lachlan Davey, and Ken Davey discuss how to tailor training programs to the individual.
In this episode, you will learn:
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Recovery - Techniques and Tips from Ultra-Marathoner and Medical Researcher Jess Collins PhD from 2020-04-15T16:00
In this episode, Lachlan Davey and Jess Collins discuss recovery in sport. Jess is a full-time neuroscientist and a competitive Ultra-marathoner. When you train as much as Jess with a full-time ...
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Decent Rowing Podcast - What to change on your boat from a rowing coach and athlete perspective from 2019-12-12T15:00
In this episode, Ken and Lachlan Davey run through some good rules of thumb for rigging, whether it be a single or a crew boat. They discuss what to check on your boat and when to make changes. ...
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How to use the ergo/rowing machine to improve your fitness and technique - Decent Rowing Podcast #9 from 2019-12-03T09:00
In this episode, Ken and Lachlan discuss how you can use the ergo to improve your fitness and technique.
The ergo can be a great training tool but is often used ineffectively by rowers...
Warm-up and preparation for rowing training and racing - Decent Rowing Podcast #8 from 2019-11-21T08:00
In this episode, Lachlan and Ken discuss how you can prepare your body and mind for rowing training and racing.
A proper warm-up needs to include both a physical and mental component if...
Resource allocation in rowing clubs and schools - Decent Rowing Podcast #7 from 2019-11-15T13:00
In this episode, Lachlan and Ken Davey discuss how you can get the most out of limited resources at your club or school.
A lack of resources is a genuine problem that most rowing clubs...
What impacts boat speed when rowing? 2 of 2 - Decent Rowing podcast #6 from 2019-11-07T17:00
In this episode, Ken and Lachlan Davey talk about the key areas which impact boat speed. For ease of explanation, we have divided the problem into four categories, Catch, power application, not ...
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What impacts boat speed when rowing? 1 of 2 - Decent Rowing podcast #5 from 2019-10-31T11:00
In this episode, Ken and Lachlan Davey talk about the key areas which impact boat speed. For ease of explanation, we have divided the problem into four categories, Catch, power application, not ...
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Decent Rowing Podcast 4 - Rowing training programs for beginners from 2019-10-05T14:00
This episode is packed with useful pointers for navigating the beginner rowing process as well as how to make it an enjoyable and productive experience. Lachlan and Ken Davey discuss how to put ...
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Decent Rowing Podcast 2 - Racing Expectations from 2019-09-28T07:00
In this podcast, Lachlan and Ken Davey discuss how your expectations going into a race have a big impact on where you come in that race.
Many people go into a race with a predetermined...
Decent Rowing Podcast 3 - the athlete-coach relationship from 2019-09-28T07:00
In this podcast, Lachlan and Ken discuss the athlete and coach relationship. We cover how to get the most out of your athletes and your coach.
?We cover coaching techniques as well as h...
Decent Rowing Podcast 1 - Athletes of different sizes, where to get a bend in the oar and how to get a crew to click together from 2019-09-27T21:00
This is the first Decent Rowing podcast. In this video, Ken and Lachlan Davey talk about, how to fit athletes of different sizes and abilities into the same boat, when to look for the bend in th...
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Decent Rowing Podcast 1 - Athletes of different sizes, where to get a bend in the oar and how to get a crew to click together from 2019-09-27T21:00
This is the first Decent Rowing podcast. In this video, Ken and Lachlan Davey talk about, how to fit athletes of different sizes and abilities into the same boat, when to look for the bend in th...
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Decent Rowing Podcast 1 - Athletes of different sizes, where to get a bend in the oar and how to get a crew to click together from 2019-09-27T21:00
This is the first Decent Rowing podcast. In this video, Ken and Lachlan Davey talk about, how to fit athletes of different sizes and abilities into the same boat, when to look for the bend in th...
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