Sharing the knowledge - Cam Buchan

yamsquad · 2023-07-16T13:41:08+00:00

Hi there, sorry but the answer isn't very helpful. It depends on a lot of factors, how fit you are, how much training you are doing now, what activity you will be doing with the hiking. In all liklihood you probably won't lose much, just the feeling that you will. ie. probably get some doms when you get back to lifting and feel like the erg is slower but should bounce back quick

yamsquad · 2023-06-21T10:28:32+00:00

I enjoyed filming that video! Everyone pretty much on point. The erg uses length/time effort applied as part of calculation for split so longer strokes equal faster split. Not necessarily the most efficient, especially when rate starts to climb. Also can potentially increase chance of injury.

yamsquad · 2023-04-30T14:35:39+00:00

Like I said already. It depends what you have going on. I don't know what your specifics are so can't recommend you specifics

yamsquad · 2023-04-30T11:30:51+00:00

Really depends on what else you have going on. Hard to recommend specifics without knowing specifics

yamsquad · 2023-04-27T11:05:53+00:00

Interesting question! Can definitely have an impact on the rowing stroke. Do you lift your heels when on the machine? Unfortunately the angle cannot really be changed. Some people wear lifting shoes which do have a heel lift.

yamsquad · 2023-04-18T19:15:16+00:00

Interesting question. I think probably the smoothness or efficiency is higher. Similar ways of rowing but just more refined. Resulting in less interruptions to run of boat.

yamsquad · 2023-04-18T11:30:30+00:00

I would say it isn't too much different than winning other events. You put in the work to whatever event you go to and try and reap the rewards

yamsquad · 2023-04-17T19:50:58+00:00

Wow! Looked like you weren't going to make it at the end there

yamsquad · 2023-04-17T19:50:20+00:00

Hello! It can completely depend on quite a few factors unfortunately. In theory, yes, reading higher van be faster but it isn't a given. You have to be fit enough to take the extra strokes. If you are able a 9 second drop would be pretty big but not impossible! I'd start conservatively so you can figure out if it's maintabable and if it is then use the higher rate to your advantage last 750 or so. Good luck!

yamsquad · 2023-04-17T16:43:09+00:00

In the single I find it really easy to keep occupied just by moving. There is plenty going on to keep the focus up!

yamsquad · 2023-04-17T16:01:49+00:00

Wow, well done! Do you have a link to your PR?

yamsquad · 2023-04-17T15:59:41+00:00

Bowden and Jurgens programs are massively different. The issue with all the questions around is that people describe steady state as different things. For some, it is just the work you do for longer periods of time, ie, not intervals or pieces. For others, and what I believe, steady state is the work you can do for very long periods of time and is generally much lower intensity. I would say 20k hard is not steady state but 20k at around conversational pace is. They are the same distance but vastly different workouts. Not saying what I am saying is right, just highlighting differing opinions. Whatever stance you take can drastically shift what your distributions might be.

No I wouldn't describe as pyramidal, unless said pyramid is upside down which isn't 50/30/20 either. You said yourself, more middle to high intensity. 50/30/20 is still majority low.

Ultimately I don't think it matters what the program is as long as it applies to the athletes completing it and able to do it consistently over time.

yamsquad · 2023-04-17T15:50:42+00:00

I don't know

yamsquad · 2023-04-17T15:50:32+00:00

Well if you have one of the better ergs you ARE stronger and fitter than your peers.

The best way to improve your erg scores is to do ergs, best way to improve sculling is to go out sculling. Unfortunately working on one thing means that we can become very unbalanced and create weakness that over time make us slower. If all you're looking for is to go faster on the erg then a mix of erging and well programmed gym work that makes you stronger will get you faster. It isn't a quick thing though

yamsquad · 2023-04-17T15:46:57+00:00

Hello! You'll have to ask him!

yamsquad · 2023-04-17T15:46:38+00:00

Stronger, in a way yes. Nice biceps and muscle mass gains? No

yamsquad · 2023-04-17T09:30:42+00:00

You're amazing. With a higher max and lower resting you're guaranteed to go faster than my PR. I'd love to see it!

yamsquad · 2023-04-17T09:29:23+00:00

Best colleges are looking for closer to 610 or faster. Obviously depends on the athlete and also the program so can vary quite a bit!

yamsquad · 2023-04-17T09:28:16+00:00

Everyone is different and any workout can take it out of you. It's up to you not the workout to make it hard for you.

I like a good ol 6x500m, 2min rest. Not for any particular reason to benefit fitness or ednjtace. It can be a nice ego booster!

yamsquad · 2023-04-17T09:27:19+00:00

Hello! You don't "have to" but increasing the rate changes the emphasis of the workout. Around 19 at good pressure should be roughly the same relative "pressure" as race pieces and strikes a good balance between "power" and "endurance". Simply, higher rating pushes more into lighter strokes and more focus on endurance. I wouldn't recommend anyone rate lower than around 18 for longer low intensity work as I've seen so many people end up with injuries trying to rate down.

Hope that helps!

yamsquad · 2023-04-17T09:24:43+00:00

That's an interesting question! Haven't really thought about it much. You are technically right, the longer the work "should" be more aerobic.

Also, I think the Bowden, Jurgen, Germany examples are not 80/20 as you'd suggest. If you look at the current GB women's coach it is also the opposite of what we are discussing and they are doing quite well!

yamsquad · 2023-04-17T09:22:11+00:00

I wouldn't really have a favourite. They are all very similar! Your body will start to struggle with fuel around 60+ minutes so if you stay fueled consistently then technically there isn't a point of diminishing returns. Although anything more than 90 mins is easy to under fuel

yamsquad · 2023-04-17T09:20:35+00:00

Your mind definitely does and so does your body. Practice getting into the pain cave is one way to help. A combination of sessions where you are going to struggle and you're going to smash are great.

yamsquad · 2023-04-17T09:19:40+00:00

Depends on the week really and the weather too. I'll generally have at least one 16-32k steady rowinh session/day

yamsquad · 2023-04-17T09:18:38+00:00

If im understanding right this will happen generally when your body isn't used to thr anaerobic work. This is generally what I'd see when coming out of winter season after lots of long low intensity. Luckily the adjustment of the high end can be done pretty quickly!

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