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A Long Talk About the Uncomfortable Truth was developed by two black fathers in the wake of George Floyd's murder in May 2020, during a moment of national reckoning. There was a collective national and international outcry, but there was also a gap between intention and action. People wanted to help but didn't know where to start. In light of the Black Lives Matter movement, USRowing came to terms with its own limitations when it came to talking about – and taking action around – diversity, equity, and inclusion. A Long Talk gives space to have the conversations that people are afraid to have. They lead activation experiences designed to empower participants with knowledge and skills to interrupt problematic thinking and behaviors. Kamal Carter and Kyle Williams, founders of A Long Talk, are not rowers, but they are proud to be a USRowing Unity Partner, and working with rowing programs across the country. GUESTS: Kamal Carter, President Kyle Williams, Chief Empowerment Officer FIND OUT MORE www.alongtalk.com FB, IG & X: @alongtalk2020 YouTube: @Alongtalk QUICK LOOK 00:00 - Episode intro 01:50 - Hosts Tara and Rachel talk candidly about policies that led to segregation, and outdated ideas that persist 04:10 - Welcome guests and week on a scale of 1-10 09:15 - The Hot Seat Q&A 17:53 - Kyle and Kamal met in college at Hampton University 20:02 - A Long Talk origin story began in response to a 2020 incident with an NCAA basketball coach 29:45 - Connecting with USRowing started with Matt Logue at TRRA 32:04 - A willingness to learn and progress over perfection 36:10 - Success looks like… 40:56 - Information plus empathy equals action 41:58 - A Long Talk's CPR ( clarify, probe and redirect) training 49:44 - How white women can impact change 52:56 - Are you ready to take your first steps towards interrupting ignorance? 54:50 - Steady State Network news and notes . To get links to the people, clubs, and events mentioned in this episode, check out the show notes on our website. . This episode was made possible in part by Breakwater Realty, RowSource, and our Patrons. . Steady State Podcast is hosted and edited by Rachel Freedman and Tara Morgan. Tara provides additional audio engineering, books show guests, and is our sponsor and donor coordinator. Rachel writes our scripts and e-newsletter, and manages the website and social media. Our theme music is by Jonas Hipper. . SHOP SSN GEAR: www.steadystatenetwork.com/shop SIGN UP FOR THE SSN NEWSLETTER: www.steadystatenetwork.com/newsletter MAKE A DIFFERENCE: www.steadystatenetwork.com/support Check out more Steady State Network here: FB - /SteadyStateNetwork IG - @SteadyStateNetwork BLUESKY - steadystatenetwork.bsky.social FB - /AllieswithOars IG - @AllieswithOars Connect on FB and IG with the hosts: Rachel Freedman - @RowSource Tara Morgan - @CmonBarber
Texas Rowing Coach Dave O'Neill In this episode, we sit down with Texas Rowing Coach Dave O'Neill, fresh off leading the Longhorns to the 2024 NCAA Championship title. We kick things off by getting an update on the Texas program and what's next for the team as they build on their national success. We then dive into the biggest topic in collegiate rowing right now: the new NCAA scholarship regulations. With the shift to 68 scholarships in rowing, what does this mean for Texas and other Power 4 schools? Does this widen the gap between well-funded programs and smaller schools? And how will these changes affect the Ivy League, given their unique recruiting and financial aid structure? We also explore the NCAA boat classes, should there be a sculling component, such as a quad (4x) or double (2x), added to the championship format? Looking beyond the collegiate scene, we discuss the Longhorns' presence at the 2024 Olympics. Finally, we examine the relationship between USRowing and the college system. What can each do to better support the other in developing the next generation of elite rowers? To wrap things up, we get Coach O'Neill's take on the current landscape of collegiate rowing. With rowingwolf ( Sean ) having a vote in the JRN polls, how should the top five teams shake out in both the men's and women's rankings? Tune in for an insightful conversation with one of the top coaches in the sport as we break down the latest in NCAA rowing and beyond.
Reflections & Road to LA 2028 In this episode we break down the performances celebrating medals in the men's eight and four while asking whether a win in the eight was within reach. We discuss the focus for this Olympic cycle, including stroke selection and athlete development. We also address lingering questions about Mike Teti and Tom Terhaar's involvement, highlight new faces on the squad, and explore the future of the lightweights developing on the open squad. Other key topics include notable absences this year, Clark Dean in the single, and the impact of embedded scientists in high-performance rowing. On the women's, we analyze whether anything went wrong at the Olympics. We also discuss coaching contracts, the importance of the March Speed Order, and long-term goals for LA 2028. A must-listen for anyone invested in the future of U.S. rowing!
How are women driving transformative change in climate action? In this episode, host Anita Kelava, co-founder of Voiz Academy highlights the journeys of Christine Cavallo and Michelle Li, two remarkable leaders creating global impact through corporate sustainability, education, and community building. Christine, a UN Global Compact leader and U.S. National Team rower, shares her journey of balancing corporate sustainability initiatives with her Olympic dreams. Michelle, founder of Clever Carbon and Women in Climate, reveals how she's creating accessible carbon education and fostering empowering spaces for women to lead in climate.
(AURN News) — Xavier University of Louisiana (XULA) announced this week it will make collegiate sports history this fall by becoming the first historically Black college or university (HBCU) to establish a varsity co-ed rowing program. The groundbreaking move elevates the school's existing rowing club to varsity status after three successful seasons. The club program was initially established through an innovative partnership with the New Orleans Rowing Club in September 2023. The transition to varsity status represents a significant milestone in collegiate athletics, particularly for HBCUs, which have traditionally not participated in rowing at the varsity level. XULA also announced that the program has received sponsorships and donations from US Rowing and major influences in the sport including Vespoli USA, a racing shell manufacturer, among others. University officials confirmed they have begun the process of building the program's infrastructure, including initiating a search for the team's first head coach. Recruitment efforts are already underway to attract student-athletes for the inaugural varsity season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Joe and Tom welcome Amanda Kraus, CEO of USRowing. Amanda details her career journey, and the development of Row New York. She also talks about the progression of olympic success of rowing from 2020 to 2024, and the successes she is proud of as a CEO, and the vision moving forward. Amanda also talks about the structure of a National Governing Body, and the media partnerships they have developed. She also speaks about the importance of youth and collegiate rowing and the potential concerns of the changing landscape of collegiate sports on rowing. Amanda also talks about evolving technologies used for rowing, and the impact of the LA28 Olympics on US Rowing. The CUSP Show is hosted by Joe Favorito (@Joefav) and Tom Richardson (@ConvergenceTR). The show is produced by Mike Schretter'25 (@mikeschrett1), LJ Holmgren (@LJ_Holmgren), and Danny Hagenlocher (@DhColumbiaSPS), with Mike Schretter'25 and Lissa Ruiz managing social media efforts. Links: usrowing.org amanda.kraus@usrowing.org Hashtags: #CUSP #sportsbiz #sports management #usrowing #amandakraus #olympics #storytelling #sportscareers
From the Ukrainian women's crew Anastaia Kozhenkova, Katarina Maistrenko, and Yevghenia Dovhodko talk to host Napoleon Greiffin about their training in Kyiv and WSU, and their experience in the US. They rowed on Sunday, Nov. 20.
MEET: Ken Gates & John CullicottCLUB: TexasRowingCenter.orgHOST: Napoleon GriffinKen Gates has won nine (9) CRASH-B hammers, set two world records on the RowErg and won a couple Masters Nationals singles titles, about racing, training and maintaining fitness while aging.John has raced for over 40 years at the High School, College, Elite, and Masters levels. He spent seven years as a sweep lightweight before converting to a sculling heavyweight. As an elite, he won nationals in all four sculling categories and made the A final in two Olympic Trials.
No words can describe how thrilled Aarav and Arsh are to sit down for an interview Nick Mead! Nick rowed at bow seat in the United States Men's Coxless 4 at the 2024 Paris Olympics, in which his boat made history by becoming the first USA crew to win a gold medal in this event since 1960! He graduated from Princeton University in 2017, and has achieved success at both the national and international stages. Nick is a true inspiration for those in the sport, and this interview sheds light on the steps he took to reach the pinnacle of rowing at just 29 years old.Support the showCheck out our NEW book!https://a.co/d/ecz5cPHWebsite:https://www.twobrothersandtheirsports.comFor sponsorship and advertising opportunities, please contact us at:twobrothers.sportspodcast@gmail.com
In the early months of the COVID-19 pandemic, when it was clear that the 2020 rowing season was in jeopardy, we started brainstorming. We were just two masters rowers and coaches who wanted to celebrate the expansive array of rowers, coaches, and coxswains and savor real-life experience from launch to cox seat at every level. We launched Steady State Network in September 2020 with one goal: reframe the popular, yet limited narrative about rowing culture by creating a more inclusive and better represented rowing community. On September 22, 2020 with very little audio production experience, but plenty of big ideas and lots of opinions, we dropped episode 1 of Steady State Podcast and wondered: will anyone notice? Will anyone listen? Join us to look back – and ahead – as we celebrate our 100th episode! QUICK LOOK 00:00 - Episode Intro 01:13 - Re-writing the original show intro, the simplicity of the early scripts, how COVID reshaped our lives, and learning to be brave 07:15 - From Day 1, Steady State Podcast was a COVID project with a long-term mission to challenge the popular yet limited narrative about rowing Training and Racing 10:35 - Williamsburg Boat Club coach Tom Rooks on finding your “why,” and on nerves, anxiety, expectations and visualizing “rear view moments” 14:20 - New Zealand Olympian Eric Murray tells a story about an out of control water bottle during a World Cup race Coaching 16:29 - Live2Row Studios Founders and Coaches Stephen Pryor and Justin Knust on checking yourself 19:33 - Technique spotlight with New Zealand Olympian Eric Murray: finding suspension on the erg Coxing 23:33 - Whitney Powell of the Candid Cox explains taking ownership of the boat 26:24 - Olympian and founder of the 9th Seat Mary Whipple says “less is more” and give space between asks 29:26 - Masters coxswain Mitch King hinges his coxing on being collaborative The Big Issues 32:29 - Coach Libby Boghossian's seasonal SafeSport discussions create a culture for her young athletes where everyone is enlisted in the effort to keep their rowing community safe. 37:48 - Olympian, author, and UVA strength coach Lindsay Dare Shoop worries about the pressure of collegiate name/image/likeness (NIL) deals 41:39 - Non-binary rower David Scherzer on the limiting male/female gender structure 46:04 - Former Tulsa University Women's Head Coach Kevin Harris on USRowing's gender identity policy and the importance of inclusion The Perfect Stroke 49:30 - Setting up the perfect stroke 50:35 - New Orleans Rowing Club accepts the chaos of coastal rowing 53:09 - Joe DeLeo of Science of Rowing and the Leo Training Podcast considers whether the perfect stroke is possible 54:12 - Olympians Mary Whipple and Gevvie Stone on the eternal quest 55:31 - UW Coach Marqus Brown describes a “quiet” prefect stroke 56:48 - Lake Washington Rowing Club boatswain Susan Kinne describes the meditative experience of rowing in the morning 53:55 - Outro . To see photos of our guests, and get links to the people, clubs, and events mentioned in this episode, check out the show notes on our website. . This episode was made possible in part by Live2Row Studios, Breakwater Realty, RowSource, and our Patrons. . Steady State Podcast is written, produced, hosted, and edited by Rachel Freedman and Tara Morgan. Tara provides additional audio engineering and is our sponsor coordinator. Rachel manages the website, social media, and e-newsletter. Our theme music is by Jonas Hipper.
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The American rowing podcast produced by Row360. In this episode Amanda Kraus speaks with Team USA Olympic champion Meghan Musnicki. Meghan is a five-time world champion and two-time Olympic gold medalist – part of the historic USRowing women's eight dynasty. After Tokyo, Meghan hung up her oar and started life-after-rowing, but now stands on the cusp of her fourth Olympic Games. Enjoy the show and be sure to subscribe to avoid missing upcoming episodes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In 1984, Kris Thorsness brought home gold in the U.S. women's 8+ from the Olympic Games Los Angeles. Home was Alaska, where she was welcomed with a parade and the distinction of being the first Alaskan to win an Olympic medal. Today she says she's “just a masters rower,” but 40 years after that gold medal Olympic performance, she's also a USRowing Referee and is an Arbitrator for the Court of Arbitration for Sport and the U.S. and Paralympic Committee. Before she heads off to Paris for the 2024 Olympics in her role as an Arbitrator, we talk with Kris about refereeing, which is often glossed over by rowers but is key to ensuring regattas are safe and effectively run, with a focus on sportsmanship. QUICK LOOK 00:00 - Welcome and Episode lead-In 01:34 - The Huddle 03:00 - Rowing Week 04:55 - The Hot Seat Q&A 06:30 - Favorite part of refereeing: the chase boat 08:57 - Favorite place to referee 09:40 - Challenges of referees and a lack of funding isn't helping with bringing new refs down the pipeline 16:59 - Rowing Origin: walking on at the University of Wisconsin (Go Badgers!) 20:04 - Grit, coming back from behind, and being eager to go into the pain cave 23:36 - Accepting the pain and getting gold at the 1984 Olympic Games L.A. 26:04 - Advice for rowers aspiring towards the Olympics 30:44 - A pair of tan pants and a blue Oxford shirt got Kris started as a referee 31:55 - The process of becoming a USRowing referee 35:35 - What you need to understand about race officials 36:11 - Sassing the referees 38:30 - As an arbitrator for the Court of Arbitration for Sport, what types of cases *might* Kris handle at the Olympic Games Paris? 41:54 - Are there any doping concerns in Olympic rowing? 43:10 - As an IOC delegate, Kris has an all access pass to the events … if she has time to go 44:28 - Making the pitch to new potential referees 46:37 - SSN Events & Announcements . To see photos of Kris Thorsness, and get links to the people, clubs, and events mentioned in this episode, check out the show notes on our website. . This episode was made possible in part by Live2Row Studios, Breakwater Realty, RowSource, and our Patrons. . Steady State Podcast is written, produced, hosted, and edited by Rachel Freedman and Tara Morgan. Tara provides additional audio engineering and is our sponsor coordinator. Rachel manages the website, social media, and e-newsletter. Our theme music is by Jonas Hipper.
With 25 days until the start of the Olympics, US Rowing High Performance Director Josy Verdonkschot discusses the team's progress, the Olympic squad's coaches', perspectives on qualifying crews, challenges faced at the World Cup, Beach Sprints , developmental crews racing at HRR, potential medal counts, and thoughts on preparing for 2028.
The American rowing podcast produced by Row360. In this episode Amanda Kraus speaks with Rowing Australia's first female CEO, Sarah Cook. They discuss funding, staffing, what keeps them up at night, “the totally random things” that hit their desks and safety in the sport. Also on the show, USRowing's Josy Verdonkschot reveals the latest update from the USA rowing team as they close-in on the perfect taper before Paris 2024. Go USA! Enjoy the show and be sure to subscribe to avoid missing upcoming episodes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
We catch up with Audrey Boerson of Black Sheep Racing in the Netherlands after her amazing competition at the 138th annual Holland Beker Regatta. She won silver in the OPEN WEIGHT women's single as a lightweight limited to 135lbs. She competed four times in one day and nearly won the lightweight single before she abruptly exited her boat. Next up? World Cup III in Poland UPDATE - Audrey goes straight to the final Saturday 6/15 after winning her heat! US Rowing does NOT support sculling athletes like Audrey and her teammates at Black Sheep Racing. Please make a donation to support her and her teamates international travel and competition: https://www.gofundme.com/f/2024-summer-racing?qid=c2e384a5e24be8e9e858f8cef6aae30d Next Race - World Cup III in Poland: https://worldrowing.com/event/2024-world-rowing-cup-iii/ The Holland Beker Regatta: https://hollandbeker.nl/regatta/ On August 14, 1886, a group of sporting gentlemen gathered in the Amsterdam with the purpose of establishing the “Committee for the Championships of the Netherlands for gentlemen amateurs in single scull outriggers”. The word “amateur” differentiated men who were paid to row or steer the boat and gentlemen who rowed for pleasure. The Committee allowed those from the gentlemen amateur group to participate in the annual regatta in the men's single scull. On September 25, 1886, the first regatta took place. Until 1912 the regatta was known as the International Dutch Open Single Sculling Championships. The regatta maintained wide international renown. In 1931 the regatta was moved from the river Amstel to the temporary race course in Sloten, near Amsterdam, until it found its present site at the brand new Bosbaan in 1937. During the eighties, the Holland Beker experienced competition from a growing number of international regattas, which made it difficult to attract the top international rowers. After some German victories, several Dutch victories were celebrated in the late eighties and early nineties. There is a gap in the regatta's history in the years 2001 and 2002. Only after the refurbishment of the Bosbaan race course in 2003 did the Holland Beker Regatta Association start anew. The organisation now includes the Royal Maas Yacht Club Rotterdam – replacing the Royal Netherlands Yacht Club as the organising group in 1994-, the Amsterdam Student Rowing Club Skøll and the Royal Dutch Rowing Association. In 2004 the name of the regatta changed back to the Koninklijke Holland Beker. As Holland's most renowned international regatta, the Koninklijke Holland Beker has hosted the World Rowing Cup III in 2019. Top rowers from countries around the world have travelled to Rotterdam to compete, which made the event a great success.
The American rowing podcast produced by Row360. In this episode Amanda Kraus speaks with the Executive Director of World Rowing Vincent Gaillard. They discuss a near-miss disaster from Tokyo, the risk of over-dependence on Olympic revenue, World Rowing's ten year plan, and why sacrificing 500 meters puts rowing at the heart of the Los Angeles Games. Also on the show, Row360 editors Ben Tufnell and Tom Ransley discuss the strong USRowing performances at Lucerne. Enjoy the show and be sure to subscribe to avoid missing upcoming episodes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The American rowing podcast produced by Row360. In this episode Amanda Kraus breaks new ground with USRowing's Director of High Performance Pathways Brett Gorman. This debut episode of season three features an international rowing update from Row360 editors Ben Tufnell and Tom Ransley, and USA world silver medallist Justin Best looks ahead to Paris 2024. Enjoy the show and be sure to subscribe to avoid missing upcoming episodes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Our host Kristi Wagner is going to the 2024 Paris Summer Olympics!! Tune in as she dishes out the news and her reaction. Guest Sara Hendershot joins Kristi. Sara's illustrious career saw her achieve a remarkable fourth place finish in the women's pair at the 2012 Olympics in London. In this insightful conversation, Sara sheds light on the various pathways to Olympic qualification in the world of rowing and delves into the intricate selection procedures that govern the sport. As an integral figure behind the scenes, Sara has dedicated herself to enhancing the success of the US Rowing team, working tirelessly throughout the “other 3 years” to elevate the sport to new heights and truly value the athletes. Listeners will gain invaluable insight into Sara's personal journey, from her competitive years on the water to her transition beyond the sport. Kristi and Sara's candid discussion offers a glimpse into the challenges and triumphs of elite-level rowing, while highlighting the unseen efforts of those who work tirelessly to support athletes on their Olympic quests. Follow Sara Hendershot on Instagram. Keep up with Kristi's Podcast - The Other 3 Years Get live updates on Kristi's Instagram! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
HEART ATTACKS & PREPAREDNESS SERIES: PART 2 We're dedicating a multi-part series to heart attacks, emergency preparedness, and response. You'll hear first hand accounts from rowers who survived heart attacks, teammates and coaches who witnessed these events, and even from widows who reflect on warning signs and “what ifs.” On this episode: A member of the first U.S. women's Olympic team and a longtime masters rower, Sue Hooten has a lifetime of rowing memories. She learned to row in California in the early 1970s, really appreciated the boathouse sock box in Philadelphia, and has raced around the world. In March 2018, her husband, former National Team and Vesper Boat Club coach John Hooten, had a medical emergency on the water while training in his 1x. He was out with his training partner, without a coach, and – like most rowers – was not wearing a PFD. Stay tuned ‘til the end. We tapped Tom Rooks, USRowing's Director of Safeguarding, for top safety tips that scullers – who row without a coach present – should consider. . QUICK LOOK 00:00 - Episode lead-in 01:57 - The Huddle: Get to know Sue 05:55 - Sue's Rowing Week… could have been better: arthritis & cataracts 06:37 - Hot Seat Q&A 11:20 - Sue's rowing story began as walk on at UC Santa Barbara 14:29 - Meeting Coach Harry Parker and moving to Boston for National Team selection camp 18:47 - Coach Ted Nash paired Sue with Laura (Staines) Giardano for the 2x 22:27 - Meeting Vesper coach John Hooten 24:36 - About John and his unconventional way of looking at things 29:37 - John's return to rowing in 2016 31:14 - March 5, 2018: The day John didn't make it back to the dock 33:20 - Looking back at warning signs 35:57 - Could a life jacket have helped John? 38:21 - Staying connected with friends after John's death 39:23 - What's ahead for Sue's rowing life in 2024? 41:57 - Tom's Top Tips: USRowing safety guidelines for scullers rowing without a coach present . To see photos of Sue and John, and get links to the people, clubs, events, and resources mentioned in this episode, check out the show notes on our website. . This episode was made possible in part by Breakwater Realty, Live2Row, EB5 Investors, RowSource, and our Patrons. . This episode was written, produced, hosted, and edited by Rachel Freedman and Tara Morgan. Tara provides additional audio engineering and is our sponsor coordinator. Rachel manages the website, social media, and e-newsletter. Our theme music is by Jonas Hipper.
February is American Heart Month and we're launching a multi-part series on heart attacks, emergency preparedness, and response with Willamette Rowing Club couple David Setter and Sarah Copeland. They're enthusiastic about having learned to row as adults and use the word "fun" to describe their rowing life way more than anyone else we've can think of. But one day in 2018, David had a heart attack. Together, David and Sarah recount that day and why he survived, and delve into recovery and returning to the boat. We also come to terms with erg splits going up as we get older and talk about learning to enjoy rowing for the sake of rowing. We also tap Tom Rooks, USRowing's Director of Safeguarding, for top tips that coaches, rowers, and teammates can use when there's an emergency on the water, or around the boathouse. . QUICK LOOK 00:00 - Episode lead-in 01:21 - The Huddle: Get to know David and Sarah 04:10 - David and Sarah's rowing week was terrible 06:44 - Hot Seat Q&A 17:00 - David's rowing origin story 21:43 - Sarah's rowing origin story 24:41 - David describes his heart attack like “the 1,500m mark of a 2k” 30:27 - Genetics had David thinking he'd be dead by 60 35:39 - Sarah's side of the story: knowing David since they were 16, she was sure he'd survive the heart attack 37:36 - Trusting your body after injury, and your heart after a Widowmaker heart attack 44:18 - The reality of getting older, slower splits, and finding joy in rowing 49:19 - What's ahead for David and Sarah's rowing life in 2024? 53:18 - Tom's Top Tips: USRowing guidelines for responding to a heart attack at your boathouse 57:49 - Behind the scenes with Tara and Rachel . To see photos of David and Sarah, and get links to the people, clubs, events, and resources mentioned in this episode, check out the show notes on our website. . This episode was made possible in part by Breakwater Realty, Concept2, EB5 Investors, RowSource, and our Patrons. . This episode was written, produced, hosted, and edited by Rachel Freedman and Tara Morgan. Tara provides additional audio engineering and is our sponsor coordinator. Rachel manages the website, social media, and e-newsletter. Our theme music is by Jonas Hipper.
If you dread your indoor rower workouts, listen in. We have 5 things for you to try out which could make your ergs more enjoyable. Timestamps 00:30 In our training programme this month - 3 training plans to suit your racing, force curve video, how your body mass affects boat speed. We had a winner at the Virtual Head of the Hooch and personal best times of 3 seconds and 6 seconds from participants - the programs do work! 03:00 5 tips to make your ergs fun. Long endurance workouts can be daunting. 1 - Follow a programme Making up your workout on the day means you have no goal. Keep a record of your training so you can measure your gains and progress. 2 - Train with a group There is nothing worse than having to train alone. Even if you have to train in your garage, start the workout at the same time as your crew mates - it's an incentive to show up. And showing up is half the battle in forming an exercise habit. 3 - Reward yourself Feel good about what you have done. Choose something which you enjoy as a reward. 4 - Set short horizons While doing the workout choose a destination in the near future (5 minutes) so you can focus on one thing for that time. I choose technique items that will keep my form consistent. One minute is the lowest horizon. 5 - Distract yourself Listen to music while training - challenge not to look at the screen until the song is over. Shut your eyes and focus on the feel of the movement instead of looking. Listen to the flywheel - does it get louder as you move to the finish of the stroke? Have a visual cue for your catch - use tape or a straw marker. Change the units to watts from 500m splits. Use this to train yourself to row with consistent pressure. Use your force curve in the same way to train consistency. Training Camp with US Rowing in Chula Vista 1-4 April. Newsletter recipients will get information about it. I was incorrect that food and accommodation. These aren't included. My bad. Want easy live streams like this? Instant broadcasts to Facebook, YouTube, LinkedIn. Faster Masters uses StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5694205242376192
Aarav and Arsh are beyond excited to interview Swiss Rower and Olympic Gold Medalist, Xeno Müller! The two brothers discuss Xeno Müller's undefeated career at Brown University, medaling in the Olympics, and developing elite high school rowers. Hope you guys enjoy!Learn from an Olympic Gold Medalist & the World's Best High School Rowing Coach!https://www.xeno-muller-rowing-workouts.com/pages/sign-up-here?ref=2f89abWebsite:https://www.twobrothersandtheirsports.comFor sponsorship and advertising opportunities, please contact us at:twobrothers.sportspodcast@gmail.comSupport the show
A little over 26 weeks away from the 2024 Paris Olympic Games, Hudson sat down with Mike Grady, a 2020 Tokyo Olympian competing on the US National Team.Grady graduated from Cornell University in 2019, where he rowed under Todd Kennett ‘91, on the Men's Heavyweight team. The connection that he shares with his teammates is evident when surrounded by each other… brotherhood, as some coin it. Nonetheless, the bonds he has created with the guys that he's been able to row with along the years, whether that be at Central Catholic, Cornell, the U19, U23, and even Senior National Team, is one to none.Everyone has their own favorite qualities of crew, but for Mike, it is the opportunity to race. We discuss the overall dynamics of California Rowing Club, coached by Mike Teti, Skip Kielt & Tim McLaren, impact of Justin Best (a pair partner and boatmate of his prior to college), and more! Be sure to tune into this week's episode, “Gritty Like Grady”!Fit, Healthy & Happy Podcast Welcome to the Fit, Healthy and Happy Podcast hosted by Josh and Kyle from Colossus...Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifyXeno Müller - Elite Rowing Coach Make your rowing dreams real! Use Code “FORSTARS” for $200 OFF on your desired training package!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.
Join silver medalist Michelle Sechser and I in an engaging podcast episode as she delves into the world of rowing, sharing insights from her training journey with coaches like Josy and Casey Galvanek. Michelle brings transparency to the discussion, exploring thoughts on Worlds, The Charles, Fall Speed Orders, camps, and the unique bond among lightweight and open women athletes. Discover the financial landscape and the commitment from US Rowing to the lightweight women's 2x. Michelle opens up about her rowing influences and the "GB rivalry," shedding light on efforts to close the gap and GB Crew's recognition as Crew of the Year by World Rowing. Learn about Amanda's leadership and Josy's program, as well as the meticulous monitoring of training, recovery, and performance. As the last dance for the lightweights approaches, Michelle discusses rowing for Tulsa, eyeing the next level, and the journey beyond. Uncover Michelle's sports loyalties, coaching aspirations, and the future of lightweight rowing, including potential pivots to beach sprint and more. The conversation extends beyond racing results, exploring life after the Olympics, both professionally and personally. Michelle shares her hopes and aspirations for the upcoming Olympic Games, offering a glimpse into the multifaceted world of an elite athlete with a passion for rowing.
USRowing CEO Amanda Kraus joins SportsJam with Doug Doyle to talk about preparations for the Paris Olympics and the new movie Boys in the Boat
Embarking on another episode here at For Stars Podcast, we bring you an insightful pod featuring USRowing's Chief High Performance Officer, Josy Verdonkschot, a highly-touted rowing coach leading boats to Gold on the Olympic stage. Starting coaching in 1987, Josy grew up in the Netherlands, but came to the United States in 2022, working full-time for USRowing. He oversees all of the high performance clubs such as, California Rowing Club (CRC), Princeton Training Center, and all others in the US, even including the Under-19 and Under-23 National Teams.Hudson & Josy discuss several topics, including the rowing stroke, current role with USRowing and Pathways program, LA 2028, the 2023 Senior World Championships turnout, advice to coxswains eyeing the circuit, responding to questions from our supporters here at FSP, and more. Be sure to tune in!Xeno Müller - Elite Rowing Coach Make your rowing dreams real! Use Code “FORSTARS” for $200 OFF on your desired training package!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.
This week, Kristi is joined by Michelle Sechser, a remarkable athlete who is an eleven time national team member, a Tokyo 2021 Olympian, and was the 2022 USRowing female athlete of the year. She won a silver medal in the lightweight women's double in 2022 and 2023 at the World Championships. Michelle is a force to be reckoned with in the world of rowing. In this engaging episode, Kristi and Michelle discuss what has been different about this Olympic cycle, and how Michelle has embraced being an older athlete. They also reflect on the privilege of training alongside one another over the past year. Beyond the training and strategy, this episode delves into the mindset that drive two athletes towards excellence. This episode is not just about the sport — it's about dreams, resilience, and the profound appreciation for the journey. Happy listening! Follow Michelle on Instagram HERE. Keep up with Kristi's Podcast - The Other 3 Years Get live updates on Kristi's Instagram! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In a special bonus episode, Aarav and Arsh sit down for an interview with perhaps the single most influential individual in the sport of rowing, Arshay Cooper! Tune in to hear his inspirational story about rowing for the first all-Black high school rowing team in the United States, how he wrote his bestselling book, and his path to philanthropy that helped him become a 2x USRowing Golden Oar Recipient.For sponsorship and advertising opportunities, please contact us at: twobrothers.sportspodcast@gmail.comChapters:0:00 Interview with Arshay CooperBe sure to check us out on YouTube at:https://www.youtube.com/@2_brosandsportsSupport the show
Casey Galvanek and Rowingwolf delve into various topics, including reflections on speed orders, coaching the men's four to silver, changes in the selection process and lineup, progressing from World Cup to final selection, insights into the men's eight, mechanics of GB men's four and eight, coaching the lightweight women's 2x with considerations on lineups and athlete thoughts, assessing the depth of the talent pool, comparing USA vs international competition, connecting with athletes and refining techniques like tossing the handles. They discuss nuances like avoiding cheating at low rates while maintaining stroke integrity, potential medal counts, collaboration with Josy, Jesse, and the coaching staff, the journey of coaching Clark Dean, experiences with juniors, Olympians, and the world's best hulls, exploring common denominators, achieving gold medal speed, and contributing to the system through consistent support.
The American rowing podcast produced by Row360. In this episode Amanda Kraus and Chief High Performance Officer Josy Verdonkschot take a deep dive into USRowing's high performance plan. Row360 editors Ben Tufnell and Tom Ransley review the 2023 World Rowing Championships, and there's an update from Jesse Foglia, the Head Coach of USRowing's Princeton Training Center. Enjoy the show. Be sure to subscribe to this rowing podcast and don't miss the upcoming episodes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Four members of the US Rowing team from the Pan Am games (and also ARION teammates) join Kristi to recap their gold medal performances last month in Chile. Hannah Paynter, Veronica Nicacio, Kate Horvat and Maddy Focht share the inside scoop from preparing and competing at the games and what the experience meant to them. To watch the 2023 Pan American Games, go to https://www.panamsportschannel.org/main. Hannah Paynter on Instagram Veronica Nicacio on Instagram Kate Horvat on Instagram Maddy Focht on Instagram Keep up with Kristi's Podcast - The Other 3 Years Get live updates on Kristi's Instagram! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It was 50 years ago today - Peter Kermond started rowing at Belmont Hill prep school, directly across from the site of our interview near Eliot Bridge on the Charles River in Boston. Peter is a beloved legend in rowing - making the US National Team and eventually acquiring Burnham Boat Slings, maker of the slings that rowers rack their boats on at regattas. Now, Burnham's flagship products are their custom made boat covers, and they've added on many other types of rowing accessories, from oar bags to water bottle holders. And Peter has not stopped rowing, competing at most regattas in between shifts at his vendor tent, which attracts a steady stream of colleagues, friends, and customers, ready to chat about all things rowing.#rowingpodcast
We came back a week after the Head of the Charles for a recap – because we couldn't get enough of this magical world-renowned rowing regatta. We love mingling with the crowd, the thrill of the racing, checking out new gadgets & gear, connecting with old friends, and making new ones.On today's Head of the Charles panel: Linda Muri of Burnham Boat Slings; Maurice Scott of Unity & Potomac BC & USRowing announcer; Andrii Ivanchuk, coach at Simmons University Crew & Riverside Boat Club and organizer of the Ukrainian rowing team's visit to the Head of the Charles.Message us if you'd like to tell your own Rowing StoryClick here for all 15+ Head of the Charles video replays
Think of rowing and Boston and there's one name that really stands out: Ellen Minzner. Born and raised in Lawrence, Mass., Ellen has spent more than two decades developing and leading programs in the state, including most recently as the Director of Outreach and then Director of Inclusion and Advocacy at Community Rowing Inc. Ellen also balances being the co-chair of the Head of the Charles Announcing Committee with her full-time position as USRowing Para High Performance Director, a title she's held since 2019. From walk on at Villanova University to 5-time National Team member, to her transition into coaching and program development, Ellen saw the long game: changing the status quo of her clubs, organizations, and communities. In this episode, she also gives a peek behind the curtains of the world's premier annual rowing competition - the Head of the Charles - from her vantage point in an announcers booth on the roof of Cambridge Boat Club. . QUICK LOOK 00:00 - Intro 00:24 - Lead-In Banter 04:45 - Welcome 06:26 - Bio/Olympics Distance Rowing Week is quiet after getting home from Worlds, looking ahead to para rowing in ‘24 and ‘28 11:19 - The Hot Seat Q&A 18:51 - Walking on at Villanova sophomore year, being a part of Boathouse Row, and finding summer rowing in Lowell, MA 23:39 - Coaching at CRI planted the seeds of a National Team dream. A bumpy trajectory across five national teams in the ‘90s was a lesson in playing the long game. 26:24 - Retiring from the National Team and transitioning into college coaching 28:40 - The teaching magic of the pair 31:50 - Returning to Massachusetts to help bring rowing opportunities to her blue collar community 34:36 - Pairing rowing community accessibility with “what is just and equitable” has driven Ellen's career 37:15 - The future of para rowing: developing juniors athletes, and supporting collegiate programs that recruit athletes with disabilities 45:50 - Ellen's early involvement with HOCR, how announcing has changed over the years, and how it makes the sport more inclusive and accessible 49:54 - Watching HOCR from the roof of Cambridge Boat Club, Elliot Bridge, and other great spots 51:58 - Behind the scenes at HOCR 56:56 - Listener Question: "My HOCR coxswain hasn't coxed in several years. Should I be worried?" 58:50 - HOCR meet and greet for para rowers at Noon in the USRowing tent 1:00:04 - HOCR's Ellen Minzner trophy, awarded each year to the winners of the LTA 4+ . To see photos of Ellen and get links to the people, clubs, and events mentioned in this episode, check out the show notes on our website. . This episode was made possible in part by Barb, Breakwater Realty, Concept2, EB5 Investors, RowSource, and our Patrons.
Have you ever wondered how top athletes develop the mental toughness and resilience needed to succeed at the highest levels? In this episode, Erik Cabral chats with Hans Struzyna about his journey from rowing in the 2016 Rio Olympics to becoming one of the top real estate agents in the Bay Area. Hans shares invaluable lessons learned from his rowing career like being coachable, separating physical and emotional reactions, and the importance of recovery and mental preparation. He also explains how overcoming the perceived failure of finishing 4th in the Olympics inspired him to reframe perspectives on both success and failure. Here are some power takeaways from today's conversation: Hans' family and career background College rowing, Olympic dreams, and scholarship opportunities Hans' Olympic experience Key things he learned as an athlete that apply to business Embracing nervousness and failure Episode Highlights: [23:33] Reflections on US Rowing: Seeking Improvement in Athlete Support Hans believes that the US rowing organization seems to be lacking in its ability to truly serve the athletes it aims to support. It appears to be a self-centered organization that may not fully understand the needs of the athletes. When reflecting on our experiences and successes, such as winning national championships in college, we draw comparisons to the shortcomings of US Rowing. This allows us to identify what worked and what didn't, and apply those best practices to our own business and team. By analyzing both the failures and successes, we strive to create a more supportive and effective environment for our athletes. [25:31] Applying Lessons from Athletics to Business Success Some of the key things Hans learned as an athlete that he has applied to his business include: Coachability: Hans understands the importance of taking feedback and implementing it quickly, enabling him to adapt to changing conditions in his business. Rapid Learning: Hans embraces the need to learn quickly and iterate on lessons, ensuring he stays ahead of the competition and avoids potential losses. Comfort with Discomfort: Hans pushes through physical and mental discomfort, knowing that giving in can result in setbacks and losses in both athletics and business. Prioritizing Recovery and Self-Care: Hans recognizes the significance of rest and self-care to avoid burnout, ensuring long-term sustainability in his business. Building a Strong Mental Game: Hans employs techniques like reframing narratives and focusing on performance rather than outcomes, cultivating resilience to overcome setbacks. [31:06] Embracing Nervousness and Failure Feeling nervous is actually a good thing - it signifies that you truly care and want something. This applies to everyone, even the best athletes who experience nerves before a race. The key lies in how you handle those nerves. Will you let them scatter and overwhelm you, or will you channel them into focused determination? Remember, everyone has butterflies; it's how you deal with them that sets you apart. Embrace the nervousness and direct it towards your goal. Resources Mentioned: Entrepreneurs Circle podcast is an On Air Brands production. On Air Brands is one of the leaders for launch, production, and promotion of top-rated business and real estate investing podcasts. Reach out to On Air Brands here ---> info@onairbrands.com Learn more at: www.onairbrands.com Find and follow Erik at: www.erikcabral.co Download Erik's FREE GUIDE to podcasting at: www.erikcabral.co/guide Check out this show and previous inspiring guests at Entrepreneurs Circle in Apple Podcasts. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/erikecabral/support
Another episode of the For Stars Podcast is here, and today we are proud to bring you a solid episode featuring the Head Coach of Harvard Radcliffe Women's Crew, Ms. Claire Ochal. This Crimson Coach is a Massachusetts Native, walking on to row for Boston University on their Women's Rowing team in 2008, graduating from BU in 2012, impacting the program on a positive note. Attending Graduate School at Temple University, Ochal coached the Owls Women's Rowing team as a Graduate Assistant, as her first introduction to coaching a Division 1 Crew team, learning the fundamentals. Coming down to California, Ochal coached for the well-known SoCal rowing program, Long Beach Junior Crew for a few years before being brought up to coach at Syracuse University, coaching the Women's Rowing team there for five years, departing in the role of Associate Head Coach, along with Recruiting Coordinator. During the summer of 2019, she assisted USRowing in the Under-23 Women for the Development Camp located at PNRA Mercer in New Jersey.On the 31st of July this year, Ochal was appointed the Head Coach of the Crimson Women's Crew team, after her stint coaching the Orange. Announced this week, were the new additions of her coaching staff will be added forces into creating and improving the Radcliffe Women for years to come. We talk about all things rowing-related at Harvard, her first two months at the helm of the program, goals for this season, along with more topics shared. Coach Claire Ochal is well-suited for the job and is set on impacting the lives of these young women to be the fullest, and richest form of themselves that they can be. Be sure to tune into this wonderful episode. Go Crimson!Xeno Müller - Elite Rowing Coach Make your rowing dreams real! Use Code “FORSTARS” for $200 OFF on your desired training package!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.
The rowing podcast by USRowing! Amanda Kraus speaks with USRowing's Chief Community Engagement Officer Jennie Trayes and Kirsten Feldman who co-chaired USRowing's DEI committee. Also in the episode Row360 editors Ben Tufnell and Tom Ransley, discuss the 2023 World Rowing Championships, and USRowing Chief High Performance Officer Josy Verdonkschot gives his take too. Enjoy the show, and please send in any rowing questions and non-rowing questions via the new mailbag. Be sure to subscribe and don't miss the upcoming episodes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Kristi is joined by Liz Fusco, the Director of Sports Nutrition for USRowing. Liz is a Registered Dietician Nutritionist and Board Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics. Liz shares all her professional insights with Kristi, it is a do not miss episode to learn how to get the most out of your nutrition- elite athlete or not! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Welcome to a brand new episode of the ¿Quién Tú Eres? podcast, where we explore the conflict we often face between "professionalism" & being our authentic selves. This week's guest is Manny Valentin. Manny Valentin was named Skidmore College's head men's and women's crew coach in May 2021. Valentin was previously the Saratoga Rowing Association (SRA) head varsity boys coach and the Advanced Rowing Initiative of the Northeast (ARION) men's coach. Valentin's athletes have had success on the national and international levels, with a men's lightweight quad winning the 2018 USRowing trials and then competing in the 2018 World Championships in Plovdiv, Bulgaria. Valentin was one of 13 coaches across all three divisions, including just one of just four coaches in Division III, to be recognized with the award. He represented the New York region under Division III. In this week's episode, Manny shares how he leads by example and creates positive representation for his athletes. He makes sure to present himself as a man of color in professional spaces so that he can encourage other athletes of color to present themselves as authentically as they can. This kind of representation was not there for Manny when he first started so he ensures that the next generation will have that in him. Follow Manny on: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emanuel-valentin/ Follow Pabel on: Website: https://plurawl.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/plurawl/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@plurawl LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/plurawl/ Keep up with the podcast: Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/quientueres/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/quientueres/support Post-production for this episode was provided by CCST, a podcast production company. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Welcome everyone to another episode of the For Stars Podcast, where today we hear from Southern California rower, 10-Time US National Team Member, and well-known sports filmmaker, Nick Trojan. We talk about his impact on Long Beach Junior Crew, the United States National Team, rowing at seven World Championships, and even spending a year rowing with Orange Coast College (the only junior college in America to have a competitive rowing team). Nick has always loved visual arts, even dating back to high school, so when he decided to take sports filmmaking to the next level, passion took over... and now paving the way for making rowing and the people involved more visible to the world. He currently has three documentaries available to the public featuring teams such as Harvard & Yale Heavies, as well as Cal Men's Rowing, with more in the books! Some of the documentaries he was working on, would have had an average joe quit and move on to something else, but Nick stuck with it and kept chasing his goal to put out superior work.The lessons that Nick learned at Long Beach Junior Crew was monumental, and in his words, "saved his life"... being taught foundations such as structure, commitment, and setting standards for himself in order to be elite. Rowing lightweight in high school and on the US National Team, Nick dabbled rowing heavyweight when it was available to him. We talk about the absence of lightweight rowing, meaning behind his nickname, living with host families, rowing at OCC instead of a four-year university, the simplicity of rowing, along with other subjects and future projects, so tune into this "Bucket of Bliss"!Be sure to follow him and check out his work!Instagram: https://instagram.com/sneeky_____YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@sneeky_Fit, Healthy & Happy Podcast Welcome to the Fit, Healthy and Happy Podcast hosted by Josh and Kyle from Colossus...Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifyXeno Müller - Elite Rowing Coach Make your rowing dreams real! Use Code “FORSTARS” for $200 OFF on your desired training package!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.
This is the final episode in a four-part special series on gender identity policies in rowing. Since December 2022, World Athletics, World Rowing, USRowing and other national governing bodies, have announced updated gender identity policies. In response, voices across the rowing community have stood up for "fairness for women" and alternatively "inclusion for marginalized athletes." We're taking a closer look. Dr. David Scherzer learned to row with DC Strokes Rowing Club, one of just a handful of dedicated, independent LGBTQ+ rowing clubs in the world. But for many years, even DC Strokes wasn't able to provide answers to David about how they could participate and race as a non-binary athlete. And when Bobbi Kizer, PhD inquired about racing at Head of the Lake as a transgender athlete, the organizing committee worked with them to create an exhibition “mixed” category for all genders. But in general, the current USRowing gender inclusion policy leaves transgender, non-binary, and other gender nonconforming rowers with very few opportunities to race. . QUICK LOOK 00:00 - Rachel and Tara re-introduce the podcast's Gender Identity Policies series 05:40 - Welcome and The Huddle 08:05 - David and Bobbi's rowing week 10:12 - Hot Seat Q&A 12:45 - Rowing origin stories: Bobbi, then David 21:02 - Club community agreements and DEI committees 25:09 - Intro to World Rowing and USRowing gender identity policies 26:55 - Laying the groundwork: sex, gender, and gender identity 29:45 - Bobbi's experiences as a trans rower at SRRA, Head of the Lake, and ZLAC sweep camp 37:50 - David's surprising experiences as a non-binary rower in an LGBT+ club 40:32 - What current USRowing open and mixed racing opportunities mean for non-binary and trans rowers 46:32 - ICONS petition and “fairness for females” 53:21 - As a new member of USRowing's DEI committee, David is ambivalent 56:08 - David and Rachel's perspective on DC Strokes Rowing Club and the challenge of retaining gender non-conforming rowers 1:01:35 - How Bobbi's combining their psychiatry practice with the sport through rowing group therapy 1:06:00 - Sign off . To see photos of Bobbi and David, and to get links to the people, clubs, policies, and events mentioned in this episode, check out the show notes on our website. . This episode was made possible in part by Barb, Breakwater Realty, Concept2, EB5 Investors, RowSource, and our Patrons.
The rowing podcast by USRowing! Podcast host Amanda Kraus takes a look under the hood of USRowing and speaks with USRowing's Rich Cacioppo and Chris Furlow. This episode features an exclusive update from the editors of Row360, Ben Tufnell and Tom Ransley, who reveal the latest and greatest stories from across the pond. And USRowing Chief High Performance Officer Josy Verdonkschot reveals the next big thing for the USA rowing team. Enjoy the show, and please send in any rowing questions and non-rowing questions via the new mailbag. Be sure to subscribe and don't miss the upcoming episodes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
GENDER IDENTITY POLICIES: Part 3 Since December 2022, World Athletics, World Rowing, USRowing and other national governing bodies, have announced updated gender identity policies. In response, voices across the rowing community have stood up for "fairness for women" and alternatively "inclusion for marginalized athletes." We're taking a closer look. Kevin Harris's coaching career began in the early 1990s and culminated with 20+ years at the helm of the University of Tulsa women's rowing program. Harris offers an in-depth and thought-provoking perspective on DEI, the importance of boathouses as welcoming spaces, the prevalence of transgender and non-binary rowers in the United States, and gender inclusion policies. ICYMI: Gender Identity Policy Series Part 1 - Dr. Mary O'Connor: Fighting to Save Women's Rowing Part 2 - Coach Anne Strayer on Inclusion and Self-Worth in Rowing . QUICK LOOK 00:50 - Pre-interview banter with Tara and Rachel 04:30 - The Huddle, a discussion of Kevin's early coaching career in D.C. and Virginia 05:30 - Hot Seat Q&A 08:20 - Starting out as a coach, Stonewall Regatta 10:35 - Experience at 2023 Youth Nationals with the USRowing Board of Directors, perspective on FL controversy as a Black man who grew up in the South 19:00 - Welcome mat at T.C. Williams High School when he learned to row 21:30 - The Harris family history in Alexandria, VA and why Kevin's mom asked him why he wanted to get into a “white boy's sport” 29:20 - Kevin's reality as a lightweight hit him when he arrived at the Naval Academy, and then coach bumped him to the cox seat 31:50 - An unexpected early departure from the Naval Academy led him to his first coaching job at T.C. Williams 33:50 - History of Dee Campbell Boathouse in Alexandria, VA 36:10 - The development of USRowing's DEI committee in 2020 45:00 - Intro to Gender Inclusion Policies and the ICONS petition 47:10 - Kevin's inroads to coaching women's programs 50:02 - Title IX, gender policies, the ICONS petition, and DEI from Kevin's unique perspective as an NCAA coach and member of the USRowing Board. 1:00:00 - USRowing's work to accommodate a huge variety of members . To see photos of Kevin, and to get links to the people, clubs, policies, and events mentioned in this episode, check out the show notes on our website. . This episode was made possible in part by RowSource, Barb, EB5 Investors, and our Patrons.
Welcome everyone to another episode featuring Maritime Rowing Club's Hall of Fame athlete, Mr. Will Legenzowski, of USRowing & Brown Men's Crew '23. Will, also known to his peers as "Leggo" continues to inspire a fleet of athletes dreaming about getting to the highest level in rowing, and just know that this podcast won't be the last time you will hear from Will... we have some things cookin'!! Legenzowski, hails from "The Big Apple" where he attended New Canaan High School while rowing for their crew team, but decided it was time to travel to Connecticut to compete with Maritime Rowing Club. After tearing his ACL in high school, Will and his family felt it was best to try a high intensity but low impact sport, so rowing was just a no-brainer. The Legenzowski family are up there with top-tier elite athletes with Will's two sisters, Carly, a coxswain for the University of Texas, and Brooke, a rower for Stanford Lightweight Women.Will is a two-time National & Northeast Regional Champion in the Men's Youth Quad. He holds a 1st Place finish and current course record-holder for the Under 19 Men's Single Sculls at Canadian Henley (2017) and Head of the Charles in the Men's Youth Coxed Quad. Nonetheless, Legenzowski and his team traveled across the country to compete at the San Diego Crew Classic, winning their event in the Men's Youth Quad as well. To close out his high school campaign, Will was a runner-up for the 2018 USRowing Under-19 Athlete of the Year, which used to be called "USRowing Fan's Choice Junior Athlete of the Year Award". Legenzowski committed to row D1 Crew for the Bruno, where he acclaimed the title of "IRCA First Team All-American Rower", "Second Team All Ivy League", and dabbles with the Brown Women's Gymnastics team as their Team Manager and Lead Actor in a feature film! Leggo got 8th in the Men's 1x at 2021 USA U23 World Championships, and 2nd in the Men's 8+ at 2022 USA U23 World Championships, along with high finishes at Head of the Charles and Eastern Sprints in the Varsity 8+. Taking a gap semester off of school to compete for the Green Racing Project, Will was and remains to be as committed to rowing as the boat is to water, the two just work hand in hand. So many different topics were discussed and covered, so be sure to tune into this exceptional "Bucket of Bliss" and see how this avid rower continues to make waves in this sport and life as well!Fit, Healthy & Happy Podcast Welcome to the Fit, Healthy and Happy Podcast hosted by Josh and Kyle from Colossus...Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifyXeno Müller - Elite Rowing Coach Make your rowing dreams real! Use Code “FORSTARS” for $100 OFF on your desired training package!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.
In a long-awaited episode, Aarav and Arsh begin by recapping the 2023 NBA Draft. They also grade some of the blockbuster trades that took place this week (Bradley Beal, Chris Paul, Kristaps Porzingis) before discussing Capital One's "The Match" (Steph Curry + Klay Thompson vs. Patrick Mahomes + Travis Kelce). Finally, Aarav and Arsh interview former Lawrenceville Crew Captain and Columbia University Oarsman, Harry Halper!For sponsorship and advertising opportunities, please contact us at: twobrothers.sportspodcast@gmail.comChapters:0:00 NBA Draft7:01 NBA Trades20:42 Capital One's "The Match"23:32 Interview with Harry HalperBe sure to check us out on YouTube at:https://www.youtube.com/@2_brosandsportsSupport the show
A small but growing group of flat water rowers are making a transition to coastal rowing. In 2021, USRowing boated its first-ever Beach Sprints National team and in 2022 Next Level Rowing appeared on the scene, training high performance rowers who have gone on to win medals at domestic and international coastal regattas. The U.S. is just taking on this discipline, which has been raced for generations in Europe. We reached out to coastal rowing rising stars Christopher Bak and Christine Cavallo, and their coach Ben Booth, co-founder of Next Level Rowing. All three wax poetic about giving in to Mother Nature, working through adversity, and why coastal – like indoor rowing – is a perfect cross-training option. QUICK LOOK 00:00 - Podcast lead-in 02:15 - Rachel and Tara banter 03:12 - welcome 05:25 - Team Huddle: Get to know Chris, Christine, and Ben 09:25 - The Hot Seat Q&A 14:09 - What's the hook? Why they keep coming back to rowing season after season. 20:30 - Ben's coaching philosophy: teach a way of being - being present and true to yourself 30:52 - Coastal, like indoor rowing, translates to flat water. Great cross training and it's fun! Working the same sport specific muscle pattern while having a completely different neurological experience 35:08 - Ben's involvement in USRowing's early move into coastal 38:05 - Intro to coastal rowing disciplines: beach sprint and endurance 40:52 - Approach coastal with an open mind 43:40 - Ben couldn't find the coastal boat he wanted so he got into backyard design and build, which evolved into Next Boatworks, the only coastal manufacturer in the U.S. 51:27 - On the coastal rowing horizon for 2023 54:48 - Bringing rowing to non-traditional spaces, marketing, and growing the sport 58:45 - opportunities to try coastal rowing in ME and MA, and check out the boats at some USRowing events . To see photos of Ben, Christine, and Chris, and to get links to the people, clubs, and events mentioned in this episode, check out the show notes on our website. . This episode was made possible in part by Breakwater Realty Group, Concept2, Live2Row, Barb, EB5 Investors, and our Patrons.
Dr. Kate Ackerman is the Founder and Director of the Wu Tsai Female Athlete Program Boston Children's Hospital and Biennial International Female Athlete Conference and Associate Professor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School. She earned her BA from Cornell University, her MD from the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, her MPH from the Harvard School of Public Health, and completed her residency in internal medicine at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. She completed her sports medicine fellowship at Boston Children's Hospital and endocrinology fellowship at Brigham and Women's Hospital. She is currently the chair of the US Rowing medical committee and a member of the World Rowing medical commission. Her research focuses on female athlete health and the various aspects of Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (RED-S). She has authored/co-authored over 100 articles and book chapters related to sports medicine, endocrinology, rowing, bone health, and female athletes, including position statements with the International Olympic Committee. Athletically, Dr. Ackerman represented the US as a lightweight rower at the World Championships, having taken up rowing as a walk-on at Cornell. She has multiple National Championships titles and still competes with her teammates for life as a masters athlete. Most recently, she has become a member of the national leadership council for the Wu Tsai Human Performance Alliance, a $220 million initiative to improve health and performance globally. Dr. Ackerman is leading the Alliance's focus on scientific advancements for women. Join Hear Her Sports Patreon https://www.patreon.com/hearhersports Support the show and women's sports media https://www.buymeacoffee.com/hearher Find all episodes http://www.hearhersports.com/ Find Hear Her Sports on all social @hearhersports Find the Wu Tsai Female Athlete Program at https://www.childrenshospital.org/programs/female-athlete-program/research-innovation/innovation-hub-boston-childrens Find Kate Ackerman on IG and Twitter @DrKateAckerman
Welcome to the #174th episode of The Athletes Podcast, where we bring you the stories, insights, and experiences of athletes from all walks of life! Today, we're thrilled to feature Hannah Huppi, Team USA Rower, Ocean Adventurer & Gym Owner.An athlete, entrepreneur, and mom of a toddler based in New Orleans. With a passion for scaling start-ups she's successfully taken two companies from start-up to acquisition within the real estate technology space. Recently, she shifted her focus to the fitness industry and launched ErgoFit, an indoor rowing studio (goergofit.com).In addition to her career, she is also an elite coastal rower. Some of her athletic achievements include representing Team USA, winning a bronze medal at the Beach Sprint World Championships, placing top-20 at two Coastal World Championships, and being recognized as USRowing's 2021 Female Coastal Athlete of the Year.Hannah is excited to announce that in 2024, she will embark on her biggest challenge yet: a row across the Pacific Ocean. Hannah and her team Horizon Racing will be pushing the limits of human endurance and going for a world record. They are currently seeking corporate sponsors. For more information on this opportunity, please visit: www.horizonracingusa.com/sponsorship.Episode Breakdown:00:00 - 04:00 Who is Hannah Huppi04:00 - 05:20 Finding Coastal Rowing05:20 - 06:30 Playing Multiple Sports Growing Up06:30 - 08:30 Entrepreneur Athletes08:30 - 10:40 School in Berlin & Living in New Orleans10:40 - 14:50 Crazy Events & Natural Talent14:50 - 19:00 What Made the Success 19:00 - 22:00 Balancing Your Sport & Parenthood22:00 - 29:20 Training & Nutrition29:20 - 32:45 Sharing the Wins & Loses with Your Partner32:45 - 37:50 Upcoming Races37:50 - 40:25 How Hannah Was Raised40:25 - 48:40 California to Hawaii Ocean Rowing48:40 - 51:58 Advice for the Next Gen & Outro Check out our Website | Twitter | LinkedIn | Instagram | Tiktok
On this week's podcast, WHOOP VP of Performance Science, Principal Scientist, Kristen Holmes is joined by sports medicine expert Dr. Kate Ackerman. Dr. Ackerman is the Founder and Director of the Wu Tsai Female Athlete Program Boston Children's Hospital and Biennial International Female Athlete Conference and Associate Professor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School. The sports medicine expert focuses her research on female athlete health and is currently the chair of the US Rowing medical committee and a member of the World Rowing medical commission. Dr. Ackerman and Kristen will discuss Kate's time as a student-athlete at Cornell (3:50), the Female Athlete resilience study at Boston College (11:00), questions to ask to learn more about someone's health (13:47), people being more open to discussing their mental health (16:37), the factors behind injuries and setbacks (18:50), the importance of young athletes being active and a part of a team (24:00), behaviors that can lead to energy deficiencies (27:23), the Wu Tsai Female Athlete Program (32:30), recovering from an injury and the path back to peak performance (42:00), the process of seeking help (45:40), mantras that inspire Kate (47:35), and the lifestyle tips and things outside of training that set athletes up for success (50:50).Resources:Female Athlete ProgramThe Female Athlete ConferenceDr. Ackerman on TwitterSupport the show