Why would you choose this strength program instead of another? I have been designing strength training programs for rowers competing in the Olympics, as well as other International rower regattas since 2011. I have studied the sport extensively, looking at the energy system demands, as well as the technical aspects of the rowing stroke, and have used that knowledge to design strength training programs specifically focused on the sport of rowing.
Are you a master's rower looking to increase your strength to decrease your time? This program is for you. This 4 week program includes some of the same exercises and periodized progressions that I have utilized with Olympic and World Champions. I have also used this program with other master's rowers like yourself, helping them shave time off in races. Following this program will give you the added strength and power to get down the course faster. As I always say, Strong Rowers are Fast Rowers!
Prep
A
Dynamic WU
Each of these drills cover about 10-15yds Jogging (Down and Back) Skipping Forward (Down and Back) Skipping Backward (Down and Back) Backwards Run (Down and Back) Carioca (Down and Back) Shuffle (Down and Back) High Knee Walk (Down), Cradle (Back) Straight Leg Walk (Down), Scoops (Back) Walking Quad Stretch (Down and Back) High Knee Run (Down and Back) Butt Kicks (Down and Back)
B1
Plank - Weighted
3 x 0:30
B2
Side Plank w Abduction
6 x 8
B3
Stability Ball Rollout
3 x 10
B4
Dead Bug
3 x 20
C1
Hang Clean
4 x 3
C2
Kneeling Lat Stretch
3 x 20
D1
Trap Bar Deadlift
5, 3, 5, 5, 5 @ 45, 55, 60, 70, 80 %
D2
Chin-up
4 x 5
E1
Bulgarian Split Squat
3 x 16
E2
Inverted Row
3 x 8
F1
Banded Pallof Press
3 x 20
F2
DB Reverse Lunge
3 x 20
Prep
A
Dynamic WU
Each of these drills cover about 10-15yds Jogging (Down and Back) Skipping Forward (Down and Back) Skipping Backward (Down and Back) Backwards Run (Down and Back) Carioca (Down and Back) Shuffle (Down and Back) High Knee Walk (Down), Cradle (Back) Straight Leg Walk (Down), Scoops (Back) Walking Quad Stretch (Down and Back) High Knee Run (Down and Back) Butt Kicks (Down and Back)
B
DB_Snatch
4 x 6
C1
Front Squat
5, 3, 5, 5, 5 @ 45, 55, 60, 70, 80 %
C2
DB Bench Press
4 x 6
D1
Single Leg RDL
3 x 12
D2
DB Shoulder Press
3 x 6
E1
Ab Wheel
3 x 12
E2
Blackburns
3 x 0:10
Prep
A
Dynamic WU
Each of these drills cover about 10-15yds Jogging (Down and Back) Skipping Forward (Down and Back) Skipping Backward (Down and Back) Backwards Run (Down and Back) Carioca (Down and Back) Shuffle (Down and Back) High Knee Walk (Down), Cradle (Back) Straight Leg Walk (Down), Scoops (Back) Walking Quad Stretch (Down and Back) High Knee Run (Down and Back) Butt Kicks (Down and Back)
B1
Plank - Weighted
3 x 0:30
B2
Side Plank w Abduction
6 x 10
B3
Stability Ball Rollout
3 x 10
B4
Dead Bug
3 x 20
C1
Hang Clean
4 x 3
C2
Kneeling Lat Stretch
3 x 20
D1
DB Lunge
3 x 16
D2
1-Arm DB Row
3 x 16
E1
DB RDL
3 x 8
E2
Tall Kneeling Landmine Shoulder Press
3 x 16
E3
Tall Kneeling Pallof Press
3 x 20
Along with his role at Boston University, Harris was the strength coach for the U.S. women’s 1x Olympian in 2012 & silver medalist in 2016, as well as the women’s 2x & women’s 4x at the Tokyo Olympics. He was also a featured speaker at the CRI 2019 What Works Summit. He is SCCC by the CSCCa and is also CSCS by the NSCA.
Strong Rowers are able to handle the demands of the sport and move the boat faster.
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