Training is like building a sandcastle. You need sand, water, the sense not to overdo it, and both the expertise and creativity to build something great. To answer the age old question of “how do I get better at X?” […]
Training is like building a sandcastle. You need sand, water, the sense not to overdo it, and both the expertise and creativity to build something great. To answer the age old question of “how do I get better at X?” […]
A recent talk with a group of friends raised the question of just how compromised our immune systems are, doing hours of strenuous exercise each week. What about the health benefits from a physical and mental standpoint? And all the research […]
What is Rowvember? 30 days of free workouts!! If you know Dark Horse and what we promote for you, you know there is a deeper, more introspective meaning in creating Rowvember (and it wasn’t an excuse to give you an […]
Game day player or long-term planner?
Whichever camp you fall into, one thing is for certain, the on-water season for rowing is ending, and the indoor rowing season is about to kick off.
Ever wondered how a personality impacts your training? Does your personality even play a part in your overall success? What about training to suit your style?
We all love a workout that makes us work for it, and I’m sure if you are like me, then that little part in your brain won’t let you pass up an opportunity to dig a nice big hole for […]
If you aren’t training outside, you’re missing out… and if you are like me, you hate missing out!!
Are you looking to take on a rowing marathon? Great news!
You’re about to embark on an exciting journey that will take your body through a variety of physical challenges but also one that will require mental discipline and commitment.
Here’s the good news: training for a marathon doesn’t have to be a process that makes you second-guess yourself or feel unsure if you’re ready for the big day.
Your rest days are just as important as your training day. I need to listen to this advice also!
There are multiple strategies, including massage, stretching and hot/cold therapy, which all help your body recover but to heal and recover fully takes a proper rest day schedule.
Here is the Dark Horse guide to rest and how many days a week you should get.
For many of us, our first rowing exposure is watching the Olympics or a high-level regatta, and the experience is incomparable – the elegance, accuracy and athleticism on display at this level are almost super-human.
With the sustained growth of the fitness industry and an increasing number of rowing machines on the market, rowing isn’t just a sport for those looking for Olympic gold; it’s now truly accessible and allows you to develop your physical attributes but on a much deeper layer.
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