We’re all about having a big heart here at DH, both metaphorically and physically, as not only do we genuinely love you all but we also recognise the importance of creating an internal pumping station that would rival the Hoover […]
Last week we discussed the importance of intervals from a biological standpoint and really went deeper into understanding the energy supplies needed to work at various intensities for various intervals. This week we carry the understanding of this on and […]
One of the most common things we talk about when programming training sessions here at Dark Horse is the ability to utilise frequent bursts of high-intensity movements interspersed with a brief recovery. Why you might ask? Well as many many […]
When it comes to connection on both the water and indoor erg, your hands form one of 3 points of contact and despite best intent holding on to the handle can prove to be a tricky thing if you don’t […]
It is impossible to describe the typical rower, so training is bound to differ from one athlete to the next. However, there are some key principles that all rowers will adhere to. Here at DH we always want to keep […]
In this weeks blog, we’re explaining how to row faster with every stroke! Why?? Because the number one question, we get asked is “why can’t I keep pace with Shane when he rows??” So here you have it, the real […]
Many associate ultra-endurance rowing with pain and fatigue. Hell, I’ve done a marathon row once, and have yet to be enticed back to do another one!! However, we know little on the subject, despite it’s growing popularity. Many rowers have […]
Whether you are coming to the end of this months C2 Fall team challenge or looking to take your training from the occasional row along to more structured goal-specific training. Now is the time to start switching gears and thinking […]
People who have just started rowing often expect to improve more quickly than is really feasible. This inevitably leads to frustration, particularly when you cannot row the same split times or strokes per min you were hoping for. This is […]
Rowing is a unique physical activity. If you haven’t been on the erg in a few weeks/months or even longer, the key thing to remember is your body requires time to re-acclimate, even if you’ve been emulating rowing motions in […]
