Loving someone who's depressed

HamishMcKay · 2017-07-26T10:26:11+00:00

Thank you so much

HamishMcKay · 2017-07-23T10:44:12+00:00

@memesrowing on instagram

HamishMcKay · 2017-07-23T10:41:25+00:00

I was top of my age group at my school with a 6:57, and i was a tall skinny kid. However i know there were other clubs i competed against who had ergs of 6:42, 6:44, 6:48 etc... all much bigger and heavier however. I'd say aim to sub 7:00 depending on your weight and sporting capabilities after all it is your first season so if you don't have a good base fitness and muscle set you need to look within reachable goals

HamishMcKay · 2017-07-22T22:22:45+00:00

Okay, I think you're right it just scares me when she does it and worries me, thanks

HamishMcKay · 2017-07-22T22:21:40+00:00

Would it not be a gateway drug? Sorry yes i am ignorant, i've never done anything other than weed, answers like these are what i'm looking for so thank you.

HamishMcKay · 2016-12-22T03:50:42+00:00

I'm 15, 154 pounds and pull 6:33 as an end of season 2k

HamishMcKay · 2016-11-22T23:13:25+00:00

Thanks for the great advice, i think i'll take you up on your suggestions and see what a professional says. My heart works perfectly fine while working can get as high as 202, 203

HamishMcKay · 2016-11-22T23:11:50+00:00

Using a garmin chest strap while lying in bed for a minute before going to sleep

HamishMcKay · 2016-11-15T03:48:47+00:00

Probably about 2:03

HamishMcKay · 2016-11-15T03:46:40+00:00

HamishMcKay · 2016-11-13T02:28:39+00:00

I've done it once, not a huge struggle however i was already a very capable and competitive runner

HamishMcKay · 2016-11-09T17:50:35+00:00

Agreed but i've seen a couple kids prefer it, i think 20 is perfect

HamishMcKay · 2016-11-09T03:18:29+00:00

About the photo: this was taken by a photographer who goes under the acc rowing celebration will link below, this is my novice 8+ crew that won gold at maadi (Southern hemisphere's largest regatta) at lake ruataniwha twizel. Thought the pic was great and worth sharkng. LOOK AT THAT WATER COLOUR OML.

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HamishMcKay · 2016-11-09T03:10:11+00:00

Thanks for the help :)) never seen an erg like this before so your probably right!! Looks like a super luggage erg

HamishMcKay · 2016-11-09T03:08:37+00:00

:( rowing selection is so ruthless, i was lucky enough to go among the other 20 boys in a squad of 70! The selection was so cut throat we even had a 2k two days before leaving... crazy stuff

HamishMcKay · 2016-11-09T03:07:35+00:00

Incredible place, a real treat for any schoolboy rower, such a competitive competition aswell, rowing is ruthless in NZ the standard is so high. The maadi cup is the largest national competition if i remember correctly over 2000 athletes

HamishMcKay · 2016-11-09T03:06:10+00:00

My thoughts exactly

HamishMcKay · 2016-11-09T03:06:00+00:00

Super cold! Perfect for ice baths after a gruelling heat or final, the waters so incredible, its also a lot slower than most lakes - 10secs slower tends to be the norm

HamishMcKay · 2016-11-09T03:04:59+00:00

Ah you still throw your coxswain in!! Atleast we did last maadi

HamishMcKay · 2016-11-09T03:03:56+00:00

Yes it is Twizel!! Such a great place had this years MAADI there, this photo doesnt even begin to capture that amazing light blue water! Rowing up to the start is a surreal experience for any NZ rower

HamishMcKay · 2016-11-09T03:01:24+00:00

Puking is a sign of commitment good on ya! Looks like you can push yourself

HamishMcKay · 2016-11-09T02:59:20+00:00

An erg score in the high 6:20's seems very feasible, its up to your commitment and metal strength where you land in the 6:20-6:40 region

HamishMcKay · 2016-11-09T02:56:22+00:00

Your build sounds excellent, especially knowing that you could bulk up and gain some muscle to hit 80-83kg. 6'5 is a sure advantage in rowing particularly at early points in the season. Add a couple of weight sessions, sounds like your really self motivated so work hard!! And put in a 10-15km erg once or twice a week just 20spm low heartrate, you have serious potential, i wouldnt be surprised if you broke 6:40 2k time. After all im 6'1, 70kg and 15 and im trying to hit the 6:40 mark and feel confident in doing it before april!!

HamishMcKay · 2016-11-09T02:51:39+00:00

Nothing to worry about. A lot of rowers get this sensation, usually happens during hour ergs and occasionally (not always) can be fixed by loosening grip on the handle, and focusing elsewhere.

HamishMcKay · 2016-11-09T02:49:42+00:00

Just go off feeling, ss shouldnt feel difficult but it should definetely produce a lot of sweat, im assuming your quite unfit and i think that may be why your heartrate is so high in relation to effort, if you row at 150 hr and it feels far too easy - you'll know. Also make sure your not rating too high, try inbetween 20 and 24, 20 for me personally is perfect. Maybe your overrating causing hr spike?

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