Difficult Rowing Workouts (37 results)
Difficult Rowing Machine Workouts. Browse a list of Difficult Rowing Workouts Built by Time and Interval between 1 and 60 minutes. Learn Warm-up, Form and Pro Tips to Enhance your Workout.
12 Minute Rowing Workout At Threshold
12 Minute Rowing Workout at Anaerobic Threshold. This rowing machine workout will help you learn how to row at a vigorous endurance pace while rating 24.
Workout Snapshot
Detail | Time (min) | Rate |
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Rowing warm up 10 min | 10:00 | 20 |
1 x 12 min | 12:00 | 24 |
Rowing cool down 5 min | 5:00 | 20 |
Total Time: 27 min | Work Time: 12 min | Intensity: UT1/AT | Strokes: 588 | Avg Rate: 24 | Work Rate: 24
Steps- Spend around 10 minutes warming up doing some basic erg drills and at least 1-2 minutes of harder strokes at UT1/AT rowing pace.
- Next take a short break and get ready for the workout.
- Row for 12 minutes at around 24 strokes per minute focusing on good technique.
- Keep the intensity near your anaerobic threshold pace and the stroke rate no more than 24.
- Finally warm down with some easy rowing and light stretching afterwards.
- AT 12-15 minute warm-up
- Start with some easy half slide strokes for 1 minute
- Go to full slide after 1 minute, rowing light at rate 18-20
- After 2 minutes, increase your power to UT2 pace hold the rate at 18-20
- After 5 minutes, go to UT1 pace.
- After 7 minutes, stop and sip some water.
- Start rowing again and row for 2 minutes at your UT1 pace.
- Next, row light for 1 minute.
- At 10 minutes, do 20 strokes at your AT pace.
- Row light for 15 strokes.
- Row hard again at AT/TR pace for 15 strokes
- Row light and if you feel ready, stop and get ready for the workout
- Otherwise, continue and do another 10 stokes at AT/TR pace followed by a short rest.
- Ensure you do a full 10 minute warm up with at least 40 hard strokes at UT1/AT pace.
- Don't work too hard during the early part of the 12 minutes - wait until the last 3-4 minutes to push yourself if you feed good.
- Always focus on good rowing machine technique - even when you are tired.
2 x 8 Minutes Rowing Interval Workout
2 x 8 Minutes Rowing Interval Workout with 2 minutes rest. The intensity is UT1 or Anaerobic Threshold. This is a vigorous workout for Rowers new to intervals.
Workout Snapshot
Detail | Time (min) | Rate |
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Rowing warm up 5 min | 5:00 | 20 |
1 x 8 min | 8:00 | 24 |
1 x 2 min rest | 2:00 | - |
1 x 8 min | 8:00 | 24 |
Rowing cool down 5 min | 5:00 | 20 |
Total Time: 33 min | Work Time: 16 min | Intensity: UT1/AT | Strokes: 684 | Avg Rate: 24 | Work Rate: 24
Steps- Spend 10 minutes warming up following the warm-up schedule.
- Take a short break and get ready.
- Row for 8 minutes at around 24 strokes per minute at UT1/AT intensity.
- Rest for a 2 minute interval and take on some fluids if you feel like it.
- Start another 8 minute row at UT1/AT intensity.
- Finally warm down with some easy rowing for 5 minutes.
- AT 12-15 minute warm-up
- Start with some easy half slide strokes for 1 minute
- Go to full slide after 1 minute, rowing light at rate 18-20
- After 2 minutes, increase your power to UT2 pace hold the rate at 18-20
- After 5 minutes, go to UT1 pace.
- After 7 minutes, stop and sip some water.
- Start rowing again and row for 2 minutes at your UT1 pace.
- Next, row light for 1 minute.
- At 10 minutes, do 20 strokes at your AT pace.
- Row light for 15 strokes.
- Row hard again at AT/TR pace for 15 strokes
- Row light and if you feel ready, stop and get ready for the workout
- Otherwise, continue and do another 10 stokes at AT/TR pace followed by a short rest.
- This is a hard workout - don't use all your energy in the first 8 minute piece.
- The rest is important - try to keep moving and pulling light.
- It's a short workout but if you do need to drink during the rest, take small sips after 60 seconds rest.
- Keep your hands moving away at the finish for good rowing machine / erg technique.
8 Minute Rowing Machine Workout With Power Changes
This 8 Minute Rowing Machine Workout With Power Changes will help you gain more control over rowing power to rate ratio. Learn how to change rate and power together.
Workout Snapshot
Detail | Time (min) | Rate |
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Rowing warm up 10 min | 10:00 | 20 |
1 x 1 min | 1:00 | 24 |
1 x 2 min | 2:00 | 22 |
1 x 3 min | 3:00 | 24 |
1 x 2 min | 2:00 | 22 |
Rowing cool down 5 min | 5:00 | 20 |
Total Time: 23 min | Work Time: 8 min | Intensity: UT1/AT | Strokes: 484 | Avg Rate: 22 | Work Rate: 24
Steps- Row for 10 minutes warming up following the warm up plan here.
- Then take a short break and get ready for the workout.
- Row for 1 minute at around 24 strokes per minute at AT intensity.
- Next drop your stroke rate and intensity to 22 strokes per minute for 2 minutes.
- Go back up with your rate and intensity for 3 minutes at AT intensity.
- Drop back to rate 22 to UT1 intensity.
- Finish off by warming down with some easy rowing.
- AT 12-15 minute warm-up
- Start with some easy half slide strokes for 1 minute
- Go to full slide after 1 minute, rowing light at rate 18-20
- After 2 minutes, increase your power to UT2 pace hold the rate at 18-20
- After 5 minutes, go to UT1 pace.
- After 7 minutes, stop and sip some water.
- Start rowing again and row for 2 minutes at your UT1 pace.
- Next, row light for 1 minute.
- At 10 minutes, do 20 strokes at your AT pace.
- Row light for 15 strokes.
- Row hard again at AT/TR pace for 15 strokes
- Row light and if you feel ready, stop and get ready for the workout
- Otherwise, continue and do another 10 stokes at AT/TR pace followed by a short rest.
- Concentrate on changing rate and power together. Learn to get the feeling of higher rate and higher power (speed) working together.
- Try to get a feel for what rowing at anaerobic threshold is like - manage your power output and your rhythm.
20 Minute Rowing Machine Endurance Workout
Get some endurance with this 20 Minute Rowing Machine Endurance Workout. Learn this 5+10+5 minutes of rowing endurance with rate and power changes to sharpen your rowing endurance.
Workout Snapshot
Detail | Time (min) | Rate |
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Rowing warm up 10 min | 10:00 | 20 |
1 x 5 min | 5:00 | 22 |
1 x 10 min | 10:00 | 24 |
1 x 5 min | 5:00 | 22 |
Rowing cool down 5 min | 5:00 | 20 |
Total Time: 35 min | Work Time: 20 min | Intensity: UT1/AT | Strokes: 760 | Avg Rate: 23 | Work Rate: 23
Steps- Row for 10 minutes warming up doing some basic rowing machine drills and increasing your power to near workout level intensity.
- Take a short rest and get ready for the workout.
- Row for 5 minutes at around 22 strokes per minute at UT1 Intensity.
- Next increase your stroke rate to 24 and intensity to Anaerobic Threshold for 10 minutes.
- Then drop your rate and intensity back down for 5 minutes to UT1 Intensity.
- Finally warm down with some easy rowing.
- AT 12-15 minute warm-up
- Start with some easy half slide strokes for 1 minute
- Go to full slide after 1 minute, rowing light at rate 18-20
- After 2 minutes, increase your power to UT2 pace hold the rate at 18-20
- After 5 minutes, go to UT1 pace.
- After 7 minutes, stop and sip some water.
- Start rowing again and row for 2 minutes at your UT1 pace.
- Next, row light for 1 minute.
- At 10 minutes, do 20 strokes at your AT pace.
- Row light for 15 strokes.
- Row hard again at AT/TR pace for 15 strokes
- Row light and if you feel ready, stop and get ready for the workout
- Otherwise, continue and do another 10 stokes at AT/TR pace followed by a short rest.
- Make sure to warm up, but don't do too much work - save your effort for the workout.
- Good technique and posture is important for a long 20 minute workout - study good rowing machine technique and try to practice rowing machine drills.
- Get into a good flowing rhythm, moving the handle smoothly at the catch and at the finish while using your legs, body and arms to power the rowing machine.
3 x 5 Minutes Rowing Interval Workout
This is a challenging 3 x 5 Minutes Rowing Machine Interval Workout. Boost your Anaerobic Threshold with 5 minutes of power rowing at 26 strokes per minute and rest for 2 minutes.
Workout Snapshot
Detail | Time (min) | Rate |
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Rowing warm up 15 min | 15:00 | 22–24 |
1 x 5 min | 5:00 | 26 |
1 x 2 min | 2:00 | - |
1 x 5 min | 5:00 | 26 |
1 x 2 min | 2:00 | - |
1 x 5 min | 5:00 | 26 |
Rowing cool down 10 min | 10:00 | 20 |
Total Time: 44 min | Work Time: 15 min | Intensity: AT | Strokes: 920 | Avg Rate: 24 | Work Rate: 25
Steps- Spend 15 minutes warming up doing some basic rowing machine drills and building up the intensity to near workout intensity.
- Next take a short break and get ready for the workout.
- Row for 5 minutes at 26 strokes per minute at anaerobic threshold intensity.
- Rest for 2 minutes and repeat 3 times total, resting for a 2 minute interval between each 5 minutes of work.
- Finally warm down with 10 minutes easy rowing.
- AT 12-15 minute warm-up
- Start with some easy half slide strokes for 1 minute
- Go to full slide after 1 minute, rowing light at rate 18-20
- After 2 minutes, increase your power to UT2 pace hold the rate at 18-20
- After 5 minutes, go to UT1 pace.
- After 7 minutes, stop and sip some water.
- Start rowing again and row for 2 minutes at your UT1 pace.
- Next, row light for 1 minute.
- At 10 minutes, do 20 strokes at your AT pace.
- Row light for 15 strokes.
- Row hard again at AT/TR pace for 15 strokes
- Row light and if you feel ready, stop and get ready for the workout
- Otherwise, continue and do another 10 stokes at AT/TR pace followed by a short rest.
- Don't work too hard in the first 5 minute piece. Remember this workout requires patience and discipline.
- Break down each piece as a separate challenge to be completed. Approach each one as a stand alone workout - don't think about the next or the last workout.
- The 2 minute rest is important - keep moving slowly after each 5 minute piece and have some sips of water after 60 seconds of the rest period.
14 Minute Pyramid Rowing Machine Workout
Improve your Anaerobic Threshold with this 14 Minute Pyramid Rowing Machine Workout. Train smart with the proper intensity zone and indoor rowing technique.
Workout Snapshot
Detail | Time (min) | Rate |
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Rowing warm up 10 min | 10:00 | 20–22 |
1 x 5 min | 5:00 | 22 |
1 x 4 min | 4:00 | 26 |
1 x 5 min | 5:00 | 22 |
Rowing cool down 10 min | 10:00 | 20 |
Total Time: 34 min | Work Time: 14 min | Intensity: UT1/AT | Strokes: 724 | Avg Rate: 22 | Work Rate: 24
Steps- Spend 10 minutes warming up doing some basic rowing machine technique drills and ifollowing the warm-up plan.
- Take a short break and get ready for the workout.
- Row for 5 minutes at 22 strokes per minute at UT1 Rowing Intensity.
- Increase your power and rating to Anaerobic Threshold at 26 strokes per minute for 4 minutes.
- Go back down to UT1 Intesnsity at 22 strokes per minute for the final 5 minutes.
- Finally warm down with some easy rowing for 10 minutes.
- AT 12-15 minute warm-up
- Start with some easy half slide strokes for 1 minute
- Go to full slide after 1 minute, rowing light at rate 18-20
- After 2 minutes, increase your power to UT2 pace hold the rate at 18-20
- After 5 minutes, go to UT1 pace.
- After 7 minutes, stop and sip some water.
- Start rowing again and row for 2 minutes at your UT1 pace.
- Next, row light for 1 minute.
- At 10 minutes, do 20 strokes at your AT pace.
- Row light for 15 strokes.
- Row hard again at AT/TR pace for 15 strokes
- Row light and if you feel ready, stop and get ready for the workout
- Otherwise, continue and do another 10 stokes at AT/TR pace followed by a short rest.
- Focus on using your legs, body and arms in a good rhythm through the middle 4 minutes.
- Use the full length of the slide when the rate goes higher - maintain good discipline with your rowing technique.
- Don't pull too hard with your arms when the power and rate change to AT zone.
- Maintain your rhythm when the rate changes down to 22 - avoid dropping below UT1 intensity.
14 Minute Power Rowing Workout
This is a great 14 Minute Rowing Machine Workout that will help improve your power. See how you can develop your power with variable rate and intensity changes in this workout.
Workout Snapshot
Detail | Time (min) | Rate |
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Rowing warm up 10 min | 10:00 | 20 |
1 x 2 min | 2:00 | 24 |
1 x 5 min | 5:00 | 26 |
1 x 2 min | 2:00 | 24 |
1 x 5 min | 5:00 | 22 |
Rowing cool down 10 min | 10:00 | 20 |
Total Time: 34 min | Work Time: 14 min | Intensity: AT | Strokes: 736 | Avg Rate: 23 | Work Rate: 25
Steps- Row for 10 minutes to warm up following the warm-up plan.
- Then take a short break and get ready for the workout.
- Row 2 minutes at 24 strokes per minute near Anaerobic Threshold (AT) Intensity.
- Then for 5 minutes go to AT power Intensity at 26 strokes per minute.
- Drop your rate to 24 for 2 minutes and keep at AT intensity.
- Finally drop the power down to UT1 Intensity and 22 strokes per minute for 5 minutes.
- Finish by warming down with some easy rowing.
- AT 12-15 minute warm-up
- Start with some easy half slide strokes for 1 minute
- Go to full slide after 1 minute, rowing light at rate 18-20
- After 2 minutes, increase your power to UT2 pace hold the rate at 18-20
- After 5 minutes, go to UT1 pace.
- After 7 minutes, stop and sip some water.
- Start rowing again and row for 2 minutes at your UT1 pace.
- Next, row light for 1 minute.
- At 10 minutes, do 20 strokes at your AT pace.
- Row light for 15 strokes.
- Row hard again at AT/TR pace for 15 strokes
- Row light and if you feel ready, stop and get ready for the workout
- Otherwise, continue and do another 10 stokes at AT/TR pace followed by a short rest.
- Don't over-do the power during the first 2 minutes
- When your rate drops, try to maintain your rhythm don't drop the power too much.
- Warm up properly and make sure you are ready to go because this is a hard workout.
15 Minute Hard Aerobic Rowing Workout
This 15 Minute Hard Aerobic Rowing Workout will help improve your Aerobic Capacity. Challenge yourself to 15 minutes rowing at the edge of your aerobic rowing zone.
Workout Snapshot
Detail | Time (min) | Rate |
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Rowing warm up 12 min | 12:00 | 22 |
1 x 5 min | 5:00 | 22 |
1 x 10 min | 10:00 | 26 |
1 x 5 min | 5:00 | 22 |
Rowing cool down 10 min | 10:00 | 20 |
Total Time: 42 min | Work Time: 15 min | Intensity: AT | Strokes: 940 | Avg Rate: 23 | Work Rate: 24
Steps- Row for 12 minutes warming up following the warm-up plan to AT level intensity.
- Row for 5 minutes at 22 strokes per minute at UT1 Intensity.
- Next increase your stroke rate to 24 and go to Anaerobic Threshold intensity for 10 minutes.
- Then drop your rate back down for 5 minutes to UT1 intensity.
- Finally cool down with some easy rowing.
- AT 12-15 minute warm-up
- Start with some easy half slide strokes for 1 minute
- Go to full slide after 1 minute, rowing light at rate 18-20
- After 2 minutes, increase your power to UT2 pace hold the rate at 18-20
- After 5 minutes, go to UT1 pace.
- After 7 minutes, stop and sip some water.
- Start rowing again and row for 2 minutes at your UT1 pace.
- Next, row light for 1 minute.
- At 10 minutes, do 20 strokes at your AT pace.
- Row light for 15 strokes.
- Row hard again at AT/TR pace for 15 strokes
- Row light and if you feel ready, stop and get ready for the workout
- Otherwise, continue and do another 10 stokes at AT/TR pace followed by a short rest.
- A full warm up is critical. You need to be ready to perform once you begin the workout and warming up your cardiovascular and muscular systems is a must.
- Think about your rowing machine technique, rowing well is about holding good technique while working effectively.
- Always change rate and power together.
3 x 5 Minute Rowing Interval Threshold Workout
This is a great 3 x 5 Minute Rowing Interval Workout at Anaerobic Threshold Intensity. Develop high aerobic rowing power and boost your strength endurance.
Workout Snapshot
Detail | Time (min) | Rate |
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Rowing warm up 15 min | 15:00 | 20–22 |
1 x 5 min | 5:00 | 26 |
1 x 5 min rest | 5:00 | - |
1 x 5 min | 5:00 | 26 |
1 x 5 min rest | 5:00 | - |
1 x 5 min | 5:00 | 26 |
Rowing cool down 10 min | 10:00 | 20 |
Total Time: 50 min | Work Time: 15 min | Intensity: AT | Strokes: 890 | Avg Rate: 24 | Work Rate: 26
Steps- Spend around 15 minutes warming up.
- Take a short break and get ready for the workout.
- Row for 5 minutes at 26 strokes per minute at AT rowing intensity.
- Rest for 5 minutes.
- Row again for 5 minutes at 26 strokes per minute at level at AT.
- Rest for 5 minutes.
- Row again for 5 minutes at 26 strokes per minute at level at AT.
- Finally warm down with some easy rowing for 10 minutes.
- AT 12-15 minute warm-up
- Start with some easy half slide strokes for 1 minute
- Go to full slide after 1 minute, rowing light at rate 18-20
- After 2 minutes, increase your power to UT2 pace hold the rate at 18-20
- After 5 minutes, go to UT1 pace.
- After 7 minutes, stop and sip some water.
- Start rowing again and row for 2 minutes at your UT1 pace.
- Next, row light for 1 minute.
- At 10 minutes, do 20 strokes at your AT pace.
- Row light for 15 strokes.
- Row hard again at AT/TR pace for 15 strokes
- Row light and if you feel ready, stop and get ready for the workout
- Otherwise, continue and do another 10 stokes at AT/TR pace followed by a short rest.
- Think about your rowing machine technique. rowing well is about holding good technique while working effectively.
- The rest interval is important - keep moving slowly after each work piece and take sips of water after 60 seconds of the rest period.
- Maintain your power and speed when for each piece.
- Make sure to warm up properly, but don't do too much work and save your effort for the workout.
- Be sure to stick to the guideline intensity and stroke rate.
5 x 2 Minute High Intensity Rowing Workout Intervals
Row this 5 x 2 Minute High Intensity Rowing Workout Intervals. After warming up, start with 2 minutes at 24 – 26 strokes per minute focusing on power and technique.
Workout Snapshot
Detail | Time (min) | Rate |
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Rowing warm up 15 min | 15:00 | 20 |
1 x 2 min | 2:00 | 24–26 |
1 x 2 min rest | 2:00 | - |
1 x 2 min | 2:00 | 24–26 |
1 x 2 min rest | 2:00 | - |
1 x 2 min | 2:00 | 24–26 |
1 x 2 min rest | 2:00 | - |
1 x 2 min | 2:00 | 24–26 |
1 x 2 min rest | 2:00 | - |
1 x 2 min | 2:00 | 24–26 |
Rowing cool down 10 min | 10:00 | 20 |
Total Time: 43 min | Work Time: 10 min | Intensity: AT/TR | Strokes: 740 | Avg Rate: 24 | Work Rate: 25
AT TR hard difficult intervals
Steps- Row for 15 minutes warming up following the warm up plan to get ready for this intense rowing machine workout.
- Next take a 2 minute break, take a sip of water and get ready for the workout.
- Row 2 minutes at 24 – 26 strokes per minute at TR rowing intesnsity. Focus on power and technique.
- Row light for 2 minutes to recover for the next piece.
- Repeat (5 times in total).
- Finish by warming down with some easy rowing.
- TR Warm-up 15 min
- Start with some easy half slide strokes for 1 minute
- Go to full slide after 1 minute, rowing light at rate 18-20
- After 2 minutes, increase your power to UT2 pace hold the rate at 18-20
- After 5 minutes, go to UT1 pace.
- After 7 minutes, stop and sip some water.
- Start rowing again and row for 3 minutes at your UT1 pace.
- Next, row light for 1 minute.
- At 10 minutes, do 20 strokes at your AT pace.
- Row light for 15 strokes.
- Row hard again at AT/TR pace for 20 strokes
- Row light for 15 strokes.
- Row hard again for 20 strokes at your TR pace.
- Row light and if you feel ready, stop and get ready for the workout
- Otherwise you can do another 10 stokes at TR pace followed by a short rest.
- Focus on keeping your rowing machine technique consistent.
- Don't work too hard during the early part of workout - wait until the last 1-2 minutes to push yourself if you feed good.
- Maintain your rhythm when the rate changes - avoid going too far off your target intensity.
- Don't work too hard - focus on enjoying the rhythm and flow of the rowing movement.
- Have some water ready to drink after the warm up, during the rest phase and at end of the workout.
15 Min Rowing Power Session
This 15 Minute Rowing Machine Power Session with 10 stroke bursts of power will boost your aerobic capacity and endurance. The Base rate is 24 and the power 10s are at 28.
Workout Snapshot
Detail | Time (min) | Rate |
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Rowing warm up 15 min | 15:00 | 22–24 |
1 x 15 min | 15:00 | 24–28 |
Rowing cool down 10 min | 10:00 | 20 |
Total Time: 45 min | Work Time: 15 min | Intensity: AT | Strokes: 900 | Avg Rate: 22 | Work Rate: 26
Steps- Spend around 15 minutes warming-up following the warm-up plan here.
- Take a short break and get ready for the workout.
- Row for 15 minutes at around 24 – 28 strokes per minute.
- For the most part – rate 24.
- At the start of each minute do a power 10 at 28 high intensity before going back down to 24.
- Finally cool down with 10 minutes easy rowing.
- AT 12-15 minute warm-up
- Start with some easy half slide strokes for 1 minute
- Go to full slide after 1 minute, rowing light at rate 18-20
- After 2 minutes, increase your power to UT2 pace hold the rate at 18-20
- After 5 minutes, go to UT1 pace.
- After 7 minutes, stop and sip some water.
- Start rowing again and row for 2 minutes at your UT1 pace.
- Next, row light for 1 minute.
- At 10 minutes, do 20 strokes at your AT pace.
- Row light for 15 strokes.
- Row hard again at AT/TR pace for 15 strokes
- Row light and if you feel ready, stop and get ready for the workout
- Otherwise, continue and do another 10 stokes at AT/TR pace followed by a short rest.
- Use your legs to initially drive the handle towards the finish.
- Be sure to stick to the Anaerobic Threshold intensity and stroke rate.
- When your rate drops after each power 10, try to maintain your rhythm don't drop the power too much.
- Never forget to enjoy the rhythm of the rowing movement.
- Have some water ready to drink for after the warm and at end of the workout.
3 x 5 Minute Rowing Machine Interval Workout
This 3 x 5 Minute Rowing Machine Interval Workout is a great way to improve your strength endurance and aerobic capacity. Drive your legs hard to get the most out of this workout.
Workout Snapshot
Detail | Time (min) | Rate |
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Rowing warm up 15 min | 15:00 | 20–22 |
1 x 5 min | 5:00 | 26 |
1 x 5 min Rest | 5:00 | - |
1 x 5 min | 5:00 | 26 |
1 x 5 min Rest | 5:00 | - |
1 x 5 min | 5:00 | 26 |
Rowing cool down 10 min | 10:00 | 20 |
Total Time: 50 min | Work Time: 15 min | Intensity: AT | Strokes: 890 | Avg Rate: 24 | Work Rate: 26
Steps- Spend 15 minutes warming up following the warm up schedule.
- Take a short break and get ready for the workout.
- Row for 5 minutes at around 26 strokes per minute at Anaerobic Threshold Intensity.
- Rest for 5 minutes.
- Repeat the piece at Anaerobic Threshold Intensity (3 times total)
- Finally warm down with some easy rowing.
- AT 12-15 minute warm-up
- Start with some easy half slide strokes for 1 minute
- Go to full slide after 1 minute, rowing light at rate 18-20
- After 2 minutes, increase your power to UT2 pace hold the rate at 18-20
- After 5 minutes, go to UT1 pace.
- After 7 minutes, stop and sip some water.
- Start rowing again and row for 2 minutes at your UT1 pace.
- Next, row light for 1 minute.
- At 10 minutes, do 20 strokes at your AT pace.
- Row light for 15 strokes.
- Row hard again at AT/TR pace for 15 strokes
- Row light and if you feel ready, stop and get ready for the workout
- Otherwise, continue and do another 10 stokes at AT/TR pace followed by a short rest.
- Keep your hands moving smoothly away at the finish for good rowing machine / erg technique.
- Be sure to stick to the suggested intensity and stroke rate.
- Don't pull too hard with your arms when the power and rate go up after the rest interval.
- Make sure to warm up properly, but don't do too much work and save your effort for the workout.
- Use the full length of the slide and push your legs after the catch before using your body and arms to drive through the middle part of the stroke.
40 Minute Endurance Rowing Workout
A 40 Minute Endurance Rowing Workout with 15 Strokes of Power every 5 minutes. Build your Rowing Endurance base with this Variable UT1 Intensity Zone session.
Workout Snapshot
Detail | Time (min) | Rate |
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Rowing warm up 5 - 10 min | 5:00 | 20 |
1 x 40 min | 40:00 | 22–28 |
Rowing cool down 5 min | 5:00 | 20 |
Total Time: 50 min | Work Time: 40 min | Intensity: UT1/AT | Strokes: 1220 | Avg Rate: 23 | Work Rate: 24
Steps- Row for 5 minutes to warm up.
- Then take a short break and get ready for the workout.
- Row 40 minutes at around 22 strokes per minute UT1 rowing intensity.
- At the start of each 5 minutes do a power 15 at 28 strokes per minute and Anaerobic Threshold Intensity.
- Finish by warming down with some easy rowing.
- UT1 10 min warm up.
- Start with some easy half slide strokes for 1 minute
- Go to full slide after 1 minute, rowing light at rate 18-20
- After 2 minutes, increase your power and hold the rate steady at 18-20
- After 3 minutes, increase power again to near UT2 pace at 20 stokes per minute
- After 7 minutes, stop and sip some water.
- Start rowing again and aim for 30 strokes at your UT1 pace.
- Coming up on 10 minutes, do 10 strokes at your AT pace.
- Stop and get ready for the workout.
- Focus on your rowing machine form and technique.
- Be sure to stick to the suggested intensity and stroke rate.
- Keep the same good rowing rhythm when the rates change. Look for a ratio of 1:2 - 1 part drive phase and 2 parts recovery phase.
- Make sure to warm up properly, but don't do too much work and save your effort for the workout.
- Set your feet height in the optimum position - check the rowing machine setup guide.
2 x 10 Minute Anaerobic Threshold Rowing Workout
Improve your Rowing Anaerobic Threshold with this 2 x 10 minute Rowing Machine Erg Workout. Learn how to hold good Rowing Technique while developing your Aerobic capacity.
Workout Snapshot
Detail | Time (min) | Rate |
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Rowing warm up 15 min | 15:00 | 20 |
1 x 10 min | 10:00 | 22-24 |
1 x 5 min | 5:00 | - |
1 x 10 min | 10:00 | 22-24 |
Rowing cool down 10 min | 10:00 | 20 |
Total Time: 45 min | Work Time: 20 min | Intensity: UT1/AT | Strokes: 500 | Avg Rate: 22 | Work Rate: 23
Steps- Row for 15 minutes warming up following the warm up guide here.
- Then take a short break and get ready for the workout.
- Row for 10 minutes at 22 – 24 strokes per minute between UT1 and Anaerobic Threshold Intensity.
- Rest for 5 minutes and repeat
- Finish your rowing training session with easy rowing for 10 minutes.
- AT 12-15 minute warm-up
- Start with some easy half slide strokes for 1 minute
- Go to full slide after 1 minute, rowing light at rate 18-20
- After 2 minutes, increase your power to UT2 pace hold the rate at 18-20
- After 5 minutes, go to UT1 pace.
- After 7 minutes, stop and sip some water.
- Start rowing again and row for 2 minutes at your UT1 pace.
- Next, row light for 1 minute.
- At 10 minutes, do 20 strokes at your AT pace.
- Row light for 15 strokes.
- Row hard again at AT/TR pace for 15 strokes
- Row light and if you feel ready, stop and get ready for the workout
- Otherwise, continue and do another 10 stokes at AT/TR pace followed by a short rest.
- Think about your rowing machine technique. rowing well is about holding good technique while working effectively.
- The rest is important - try to keep moving and pulling light.
- Try to get a feel for what rowing well is like - manage your power output and your rhythm together.
- Have some water ready to drink for after the warm up during the rest phase and at end of the workout.
12 Minute Strength Endurance Rowing Workout
This Hard 12 Minute Strength Endurance Rowing Workout will help you to develop your Rowing Strength and Endurance. Maintain your Technique as you go through the Zones and Intensity Phases.
Workout Snapshot
Detail | Time (min) | Rate |
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Rowing warm up 15 min | 15:00 | 20 |
1 x 6 min | 6:00 | 22 |
1 x 4 min | 4:00 | 24 |
1 x 2 min | 2:00 | 24 |
Rowing cool down 10 min | 10:00 | 20 |
Total Time: 32 min | Work Time: 12 min | Intensity: UT1/AT | Strokes: 776 | Avg Rate: 22 | Work Rate: 24
Steps- Begin this workout with 15 minutes following the warm up guide.
- Take a short break and get ready for the workout.
- Row for 6 minutes at 22 strokes per minute at UT1 Rowing Intensity.
- Then move up to 24 strokes per minute just below Anaerobic Threshold Intensity for 4 minutes.
- Finally raise your rate and intensity for 2 minutes to Anaerobic Threshold Intensity intensity at 24.
- Finish off your rowing training session by warming down with 10 minutes easy.
- AT 12-15 minute warm-up
- Start with some easy half slide strokes for 1 minute
- Go to full slide after 1 minute, rowing light at rate 18-20
- After 2 minutes, increase your power to UT2 pace hold the rate at 18-20
- After 5 minutes, go to UT1 pace.
- After 7 minutes, stop and sip some water.
- Start rowing again and row for 2 minutes at your UT1 pace.
- Next, row light for 1 minute.
- At 10 minutes, do 20 strokes at your AT pace.
- Row light for 15 strokes.
- Row hard again at AT/TR pace for 15 strokes
- Row light and if you feel ready, stop and get ready for the workout
- Otherwise, continue and do another 10 stokes at AT/TR pace followed by a short rest.
- Focus on using your legs during the leg drive phase.
- The rest is important - try to keep moving and pulling light.
- When your rate drops, try to maintain your rhythm don't drop the power too much.
- Don't work too hard - focus on enjoying the rhythm and flow of the rowing movement.
- Use the full length of the slide.
2 x 10 Minute Difficult Rowing Workout
This 2 x 10 Minute Difficult Rowing Workout is good for Fit Rowers looking for a challenge. Boost your Anaerobic Threshold Rating 26 Strokes per Minute at AT Pace.
Workout Snapshot
Detail | Time (min) | Rate |
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Rowing warm up 15 min | 15:00 | 22 |
1 x 10 min | 10:00 | 24–26 |
1 x 5 min | 5:00 | - |
1 x 10 min | 10:00 | 24–26 |
Rowing cool down 5 min | 5:00 | 20 |
Total Time: 40 min | Work Time: 20 min | Intensity: UT1/AT | Strokes: 900 | Avg Rate: 23 | Work Rate: 25
Steps- Spend 15 minutes rowing warm up following the warm up plan here.
- Next get ready for the workout.
- Row for 10 minutes at 24 – 26 strokes per minute at Anaerobic Threshold Intensity.
- Rest for 5 minutes and repeat.
- Finish your rowing training with an easy cool down.
- AT 12-15 minute warm-up
- Start with some easy half slide strokes for 1 minute
- Go to full slide after 1 minute, rowing light at rate 18-20
- After 2 minutes, increase your power to UT2 pace hold the rate at 18-20
- After 5 minutes, go to UT1 pace.
- After 7 minutes, stop and sip some water.
- Start rowing again and row for 2 minutes at your UT1 pace.
- Next, row light for 1 minute.
- At 10 minutes, do 20 strokes at your AT pace.
- Row light for 15 strokes.
- Row hard again at AT/TR pace for 15 strokes
- Row light and if you feel ready, stop and get ready for the workout
- Otherwise, continue and do another 10 stokes at AT/TR pace followed by a short rest.
- Think about your rowing machine technique. rowing well is about holding good technique while working effectively.
- Play around with your power as you change the rate. Look to see if you can increase your pace/speed when the rate goes up.
- Decrease your power and speed when the rate goes down.
- Make sure to warm up properly, but don't do too much work and save your effort for the workout.
- Set your feet height in the optimum position - check the rowing machine setup] guide.
5 Minute Power Interval Rowing Workout
5 Minute Power Interval Rowing Machine Workout at Anaerobic Threshold Intensity. Develop High Aerobic Power with 2x5 minutes at 24 – 26 near your AT Zone.
Workout Snapshot
Detail | Time (min) | Rate |
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Rowing warm up 15 min | 15:00 | 22 |
1 x 5 min | 5:00 | 24–26 |
1 x 5 min | 5:00 | – |
1 x 5 min | 5:00 | 24–26 |
Rowing cool down 10 min | 10:00 | 20 |
Total Time: 35 min | Work Time: 10 min | Intensity: AT | Strokes: 760 | Avg Rate: 22 | Work Rate: 25
Steps- Spend for 15 minutes warming up at for an AT level workout following the plan here.
- Then take a short break and get ready.
- Row hard for 5 minutes at 24 – 26 strokes per minute near Anaerobic Threshold Intensity.
- Take a 5 minute break and repeat.
- Finish your rowing session with an easy cool down row for 10 minutes.
- AT 12-15 minute warm-up
- Start with some easy half slide strokes for 1 minute
- Go to full slide after 1 minute, rowing light at rate 18-20
- After 2 minutes, increase your power to UT2 pace hold the rate at 18-20
- After 5 minutes, go to UT1 pace.
- After 7 minutes, stop and sip some water.
- Start rowing again and row for 2 minutes at your UT1 pace.
- Next, row light for 1 minute.
- At 10 minutes, do 20 strokes at your AT pace.
- Row light for 15 strokes.
- Row hard again at AT/TR pace for 15 strokes
- Row light and if you feel ready, stop and get ready for the workout
- Otherwise, continue and do another 10 stokes at AT/TR pace followed by a short rest.
- Study some rowing machine technique and rowing drills to help with setting some basic positions while you are rowing.
- If you need to drink water during the rest, take small sips after 60 seconds of the rest interval.
- Don't pull too hard with your arms when the power and rate change.
- Try to get a feel for what good rowing is like - manage your power output and your rhythm together.
- It's always a good idea to have some water ready to drink for after the warm up during the rest phase and at the end of the workout.
10 Minute Norwegian Rowing Workout
This 10 Minute Rowing Machine Workout is used by National and International Rowers. Row in steps of 4-3-2-1 minutes with Rate and Power changes between 22 - 26 Strokes per Minute.
Workout Snapshot
Detail | Time (min) | Rate |
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Rowing warm up 10 min | 10:00 | 20 |
1 x 4 min | 4:00 | 22 |
1 x 3 min | 3:00 | 24 |
1 x 2 min | 2:00 | 26 |
1 x 1 min | 1:00 | 26 |
Rowing cool down 10 min | 10:00 | 20 |
Total Time: 30 min | Work Time: 10 min | Intensity: AT | Strokes: 638 | Avg Rate: 23 | Work Rate: 25
Steps- Begin this training session with 15 minutes warming up following the warm-up schedule here.
- Take a short break and get ready for the workout.
- Row for 4 minutes at 22 strokes per minute at UT1.
- Row for 3 minutes between UT1 and Anaerobic Threshold Intensity.
- Move up to Anaerobic Threshold Intensity for 2 minutes
- Finally raise your rate and intensity slightly above AT intensity at 26 strokes per minute.
- Finish off your rowing training session by warming down for 10 minutes.
- AT 12-15 minute warm-up
- Start with some easy half slide strokes for 1 minute
- Go to full slide after 1 minute, rowing light at rate 18-20
- After 2 minutes, increase your power to UT2 pace hold the rate at 18-20
- After 5 minutes, go to UT1 pace.
- After 7 minutes, stop and sip some water.
- Start rowing again and row for 2 minutes at your UT1 pace.
- Next, row light for 1 minute.
- At 10 minutes, do 20 strokes at your AT pace.
- Row light for 15 strokes.
- Row hard again at AT/TR pace for 15 strokes
- Row light and if you feel ready, stop and get ready for the workout
- Otherwise, continue and do another 10 stokes at AT/TR pace followed by a short rest.
- Move your hands away from the finish smoothly at the same pace.
- Don't pull too hard with your arms at the finish of the stroke.
- When your rate goes up, try to maintain your rhythm don't drop the power.
- Try to get a feel for what good rowing is like - manage your power output and your rhythm together.
- Use the full length of the slide and drive your legs each stroke.
30 Minute Endurance Rowing Workout
Boost your Endurance with this 30 Minute Endurance Rowing Workout. Row between 24 and 26 Strokes per Minute maintaining UT1 and AT Zone Rowing Intensity.
Workout Snapshot
Detail | Time (min) | Rate |
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Rowing warm up 15 min | 15:00 | 20 |
1 x 30 min | 30:00 | 24–26 |
Cool down rowing 5 min | 5:00 | 22 |
Total Time: 50 min | Work Time: 30 min | Intensity: UT1/AT | Strokes: 1030 | Avg Rate: 25 | Work Rate: 25
Steps- Begin your training session with 10-15 minutes warming up.
- Take a short break and get ready for the workout.
- Row for 30 minutes between 24 – 26 strokes per minute between UT1 to Anaerobic Threshold Intensity.
- Warm down with some easy rowing for 5 minutes.
- AT 12-15 minute warm-up
- Start with some easy half slide strokes for 1 minute
- Go to full slide after 1 minute, rowing light at rate 18-20
- After 2 minutes, increase your power to UT2 pace hold the rate at 18-20
- After 5 minutes, go to UT1 pace.
- After 7 minutes, stop and sip some water.
- Start rowing again and row for 2 minutes at your UT1 pace.
- Next, row light for 1 minute.
- At 10 minutes, do 20 strokes at your AT pace.
- Row light for 15 strokes.
- Row hard again at AT/TR pace for 15 strokes
- Row light and if you feel ready, stop and get ready for the workout
- Otherwise, continue and do another 10 stokes at AT/TR pace followed by a short rest.
- Move your hands away from the finish smoothly at the same pace.
- This is a hard workout - don't use all your energy in the first phase.
- Don't pull too hard with your arms when the power and rate change.
- Never forget to enjoy the rhythm of the rowing movement and use it to build your motivation for more training later.
15 Min Power Rowing Workout
15 Min Power Rowing Workout at Anaerobic Threshold. Learn how to Row this workout with good Technique at High Aerobic Power. See if you can stick the pace.
Workout Snapshot
Detail | Time (min) | Rate |
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Rowing warm up 15 min | 10:00 | 20 |
1 x 15 min | 15:00 | 22–26 |
Rowing 10 min | 10:00 | 20 |
Total Time: 35 min | Work Time: 15 min | Intensity: UT1/AT | Strokes: 730 | Avg Rate: 22 | Work Rate: 24
Steps- Begin this training session with 15 minutes rowing machine drills and warming up.
- Take a short break and get ready for the workout.
- Row for 15 minutes at 22 – 26 strokes per minute at level Anaerobic Threshold Intensity.
- Finish off your training session by warming down for 10 minutes.
- AT 12-15 minute warm-up
- Start with some easy half slide strokes for 1 minute
- Go to full slide after 1 minute, rowing light at rate 18-20
- After 2 minutes, increase your power to UT2 pace hold the rate at 18-20
- After 5 minutes, go to UT1 pace.
- After 7 minutes, stop and sip some water.
- Start rowing again and row for 2 minutes at your UT1 pace.
- Next, row light for 1 minute.
- At 10 minutes, do 20 strokes at your AT pace.
- Row light for 15 strokes.
- Row hard again at AT/TR pace for 15 strokes
- Row light and if you feel ready, stop and get ready for the workout
- Otherwise, continue and do another 10 stokes at AT/TR pace followed by a short rest.
- Focus on keeping your rowing machine technique consistent.
- Don't work too hard during the early part of workout - wait until the last 1-2 minutes to push yourself if you feed good.
- Decrease your power and speed if you feel like you can't finish the workout.
- Enjoy the rhythm of the rowing movement and use it to build your motivation for more training in future.
- Also take the time to warm up and cool down after each rowing workout, ensuring to stretch properly afterwards.
2k Race Rowing Training Workout
Raise your Anaerobic Threshold for a 2k Race with this Rowing Workout. Explode your Aerobic Power to Back yourself for that upcoming 2k Erg.
Workout Snapshot
Detail | Time (min) | Rate |
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Rowing warm up 15 min | 15:00 | 22 |
1 x 15 min | 15:00 | 24–28 |
Rowing cool down 10 min | 10:00 | 20 |
Total Time: 40 min | Work Time: 15 min | Intensity: AT/TR | Strokes: 890 | Avg Rate: 26 | Work Rate: 26
Steps- Spend 15 minutes warming up following the warm up schedule for hard transportation intensity rowing here.
- Next, get ready for the workout by taking a sip of water and focusing.
- Row for 15 minutes at 26 – 28 strokes per minute at between Anaerobic Threshold Intensity and TR intensity.
- Vary your rating and intensity freely.
- Finish your rowing training session with an easy 10 cool down minute row.
- TR Warm-up 15 min
- Start with some easy half slide strokes for 1 minute
- Go to full slide after 1 minute, rowing light at rate 18-20
- After 2 minutes, increase your power to UT2 pace hold the rate at 18-20
- After 5 minutes, go to UT1 pace.
- After 7 minutes, stop and sip some water.
- Start rowing again and row for 3 minutes at your UT1 pace.
- Next, row light for 1 minute.
- At 10 minutes, do 20 strokes at your AT pace.
- Row light for 15 strokes.
- Row hard again at AT/TR pace for 20 strokes
- Row light for 15 strokes.
- Row hard again for 20 strokes at your TR pace.
- Row light and if you feel ready, stop and get ready for the workout
- Otherwise you can do another 10 stokes at TR pace followed by a short rest.
- Keep your hands moving away at the finish for good rowing machine / erg technique.
- Don't work too hard during the early part of workout - wait until the last 1-2 minutes to push yourself if you feed good.
- Maintain your rhythm when the rate changes - avoid going too far off your target intensity.
- Get into a good flowing rhythm, moving the handle smoothly at the catch and at the finish while using your legs body and arms to power the rowing machine.
- Keep your face muscles relaxed when the going gets tough.
7 Minute Rowing Machine Interval Workout
Power-up with this 7 Minute Rowing Machine Interval Workout. Boost your fat and carbo burning engine and power endurance with this Intense Anaerobic Threshold Zone Rowing Workout.
Workout Snapshot
Detail | Time (min) | Rate |
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Rowing warm up 15 min | 15:00 | 22 |
1 x 7 min | 7:00 | 24–26 |
1 x 5 min rest | 2:00 | - |
1 x 7 min | 7:00 | 24–26 |
Rowing cool down 10 min | 10:00 | 20 |
Total Time: 41 min | Work Time: 14 min | Intensity: AT/TR | Strokes: 866 | Avg Rate: 23 | Work Rate: 25
AT TR hard difficult intervals
Steps- Row for 15 minutes warming up at level 2.
- Then take a short break and get ready for the workout.
- Erg for 7 minutes at 24 – 26 strokes per minute between Anaerobic Threshold Intensity and Transportation Rowing Intensity.
- Rest for 5 minutes and repeat the 7 minutes again.
- Finish your rowing session with an easy row for 10 minutes.
- TR Warm-up 15 min
- Start with some easy half slide strokes for 1 minute
- Go to full slide after 1 minute, rowing light at rate 18-20
- After 2 minutes, increase your power to UT2 pace hold the rate at 18-20
- After 5 minutes, go to UT1 pace.
- After 7 minutes, stop and sip some water.
- Start rowing again and row for 3 minutes at your UT1 pace.
- Next, row light for 1 minute.
- At 10 minutes, do 20 strokes at your AT pace.
- Row light for 15 strokes.
- Row hard again at AT/TR pace for 20 strokes
- Row light for 15 strokes.
- Row hard again for 20 strokes at your TR pace.
- Row light and if you feel ready, stop and get ready for the workout
- Otherwise you can do another 10 stokes at TR pace followed by a short rest.
- Think about your rowing machine technique. rowing well is about holding good technique while working effectively.
- Don't work too hard during the early part of workout - wait until the last 1-2 minutes to push yourself if you feed good.
- Concentrate on changing rate and power together. Learn to get the feeling of higher rate and higher power (speed) working together.
- Get into a good flowing rhythm, moving the handle smoothly at the catch and at the finish while using your legs body and arms to power the rowing machine.
- Be sure to stick to the suggested intensity and stroke rate.
2 x 10 Minute Rowing Machine Workout
Learn to Row with this 2 x 10 Minute Rowing Machine Workout. Use the warm-up and Rowing Pace Guide to set your intensity for 10 minutes for High Aerobic Training.
Workout Snapshot
Detail | Time (min) | Rate |
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Rowing warm up 15 min | 15:00 | 22 |
1 x 10 min | 10:00 | 24 |
1 x 5 min | 5:00 | - |
1 x 10 min | 10:00 | 24 |
Rowing cool down 5 min | 5:00 | 20 |
Total Time: 40 min | Work Time: 20 min | Intensity: UT1/AT | Strokes: 900 | Avg Rate: 23 | Work Rate: 24
Steps- Row for 15 minutes warming up with rowing machine drills and the warm up schedule here.
- Next take a short break and prepare for the workout.
- Row for 10 minutes at 24 strokes per minute between UT1 and Anaerobic Threshold Intensity.
- Rest for 5 minutes and aiming for the same rate and intensity.
- Finally warm down for 5 minutes easy rowin.
- AT 12-15 minute warm-up
- Start with some easy half slide strokes for 1 minute
- Go to full slide after 1 minute, rowing light at rate 18-20
- After 2 minutes, increase your power to UT2 pace hold the rate at 18-20
- After 5 minutes, go to UT1 pace.
- After 7 minutes, stop and sip some water.
- Start rowing again and row for 2 minutes at your UT1 pace.
- Next, row light for 1 minute.
- At 10 minutes, do 20 strokes at your AT pace.
- Row light for 15 strokes.
- Row hard again at AT/TR pace for 15 strokes
- Row light and if you feel ready, stop and get ready for the workout
- Otherwise, continue and do another 10 stokes at AT/TR pace followed by a short rest.
- Always focus on good rowing machine technique - even when you are tired.
- This is a hard workout - don't use all your energy in the first phase.
- Always change rate and power together.
- Get into a good flowing rhythm, moving the handle smoothly at the catch and at the finish while using your legs body and arms to power the rowing machine.
- Set your feet height in the optimum position - check the rowing machine setup] guide.
2 x 12 Minute Rowing Tempo Workout
Power-up with this 2 x 12 Minute Rowing Tempo Workout at Anaerobic Threshold Intensity. Get ready for 2k, 5k or 6k tests with this Aerobic Engine Booster.
Workout Snapshot
Detail | Time (min) | Rate |
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Rowing warm up 15 min | 10:00 | 22 |
1 x 12 min | 12:00 | 24 |
1 x 4 min rest | 4:00 | - |
1 x 12 min | 12:00 | 24 |
Rowing cool down 5 min | 5:00 | 20 |
Total Time: 48 min | Work Time: 24 min | Intensity: AT | Strokes: 996 | Avg Rate: 23 | Work Rate: 24
Steps- Spend the first 10-15 minutes warming up and doing some rowing machine drills.
- Next take a short break and get ready for the workout.
- Row for 12 minutes at around 24 strokes per minute at Anaerobic Threshold Intensity.
- Rest for 4 minutes.
- Row again for 12 minutes at Anaerobic Threshold Intensity rating 24.
- Cool down with some easy rowing.
- AT 12-15 minute warm-up
- Start with some easy half slide strokes for 1 minute
- Go to full slide after 1 minute, rowing light at rate 18-20
- After 2 minutes, increase your power to UT2 pace hold the rate at 18-20
- After 5 minutes, go to UT1 pace.
- After 7 minutes, stop and sip some water.
- Start rowing again and row for 2 minutes at your UT1 pace.
- Next, row light for 1 minute.
- At 10 minutes, do 20 strokes at your AT pace.
- Row light for 15 strokes.
- Row hard again at AT/TR pace for 15 strokes
- Row light and if you feel ready, stop and get ready for the workout
- Otherwise, continue and do another 10 stokes at AT/TR pace followed by a short rest.
- Focus on keeping your rowing machine technique consistent.
- Be sure to stick to the suggested intensity and stroke rate.
- Concentrate on changing rate and power together. Learn to get the feeling of higher rate and higher power (speed) working together.
- Make sure to warm up properly, but don't do too much work and save your effort for the workout.
- Set your feet height in the optimum position - check the rowing machine setup] guide.
2 X10 Minute Rowing Workout With Power Changes
Get ready to Power-up with this 2 X10 Minute Rowing Workout With Power Changes. Start at rate 22 finish at rate 27-28 while increasing your power per stroke.
Workout Snapshot
Detail | Time (min) | Rate |
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Rowing warm up 15 min | 15:00 | 22 |
1 x 4 min | 4:00 | 22 |
1 x 3 min | 3:00 | 24 |
1 x 2 min | 2:00 | 26 |
1 x 1 min | 1:00 | 27 |
Rowing cool down 10 min | 10:00 | 20 |
Total Time: 35 min | Work Time: 10 min | Intensity: AT/TR | Strokes: 769 | Avg Rate: 24 | Work Rate: 25
Steps- Warm up for 15 minutes following the schedule here.
- Stop, take a short rest and prepare for the rowing session.
- Row 4 minutes at 22 strokes per minute at [UT1](/rowing-intensity-scale intensity.
- Move on to 3 minutes at 24 strokes per minute at Anaerobic Threshold Intensity.
- Change up to 2 minutes at 26 strokes per minute slightly above Anaerobic Threshold Intensity.
- Finally move to 1 minute at 27 strokes per minute TR intensity.
- Finish off by warming down with some easy cool-down rowing.
- TR Warm-up 15 min
- Start with some easy half slide strokes for 1 minute
- Go to full slide after 1 minute, rowing light at rate 18-20
- After 2 minutes, increase your power to UT2 pace hold the rate at 18-20
- After 5 minutes, go to UT1 pace.
- After 7 minutes, stop and sip some water.
- Start rowing again and row for 3 minutes at your UT1 pace.
- Next, row light for 1 minute.
- At 10 minutes, do 20 strokes at your AT pace.
- Row light for 15 strokes.
- Row hard again at AT/TR pace for 20 strokes
- Row light for 15 strokes.
- Row hard again for 20 strokes at your TR pace.
- Row light and if you feel ready, stop and get ready for the workout
- Otherwise you can do another 10 stokes at TR pace followed by a short rest.
- Move your hands away from the finish smoothly at the same pace they arrived.
- Focus on using your legs, body and arms in a good rhythm through the middle of the workout.
- Concentrate on changing rate and power together. Learn to get the feeling of higher rate and higher power (speed) working together.
- Try to get a feel for what rowing well is like - manage your power output and your rhythm together.
- Use the full length of the slide.
15 Minute Anaerobic Threshold Rowing Interval Workout
2 x 15 Minute Anaerobic Threshold Rowing Workout. Raise your AT Zone Rowing Fitness while rating 22-26 with good Rowing Technique and a Solid Rhythm.
Workout Snapshot
Detail | Time (min) | Rate |
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Rowing 15 minutes | 15:00 | 22 |
1 x 15 minutes | 15:00 | 22–26 |
1 x 3 minutes | 3:00 | - |
1 x 15 minutes | 15:00 | 22–26 |
5 minutes warm down | 5:00 | 20 |
Total Time: 53 min | Work Time: 30 min | Intensity: UT1/AT | Strokes: 1070 | Avg Rate: 22 | Work Rate: 24
Steps- Begin with easy rowing and build your wamp-up for 15 minutes using the warm up schedule.
- Row 15 minutes at Anaerobic Threshold Intensity rating 22 – 26 strokes per minute.
- Rest for 3 minutes.
- Row again for 15 minutes at Anaerobic Threshold Intensity rating 22 – 26 strokes per minute.
- Warm down afterwards with some easy rowing and stretching.
- AT 12-15 minute warm-up
- Start with some easy half slide strokes for 1 minute
- Go to full slide after 1 minute, rowing light at rate 18-20
- After 2 minutes, increase your power to UT2 pace hold the rate at 18-20
- After 5 minutes, go to UT1 pace.
- After 7 minutes, stop and sip some water.
- Start rowing again and row for 2 minutes at your UT1 pace.
- Next, row light for 1 minute.
- At 10 minutes, do 20 strokes at your AT pace.
- Row light for 15 strokes.
- Row hard again at AT/TR pace for 15 strokes
- Row light and if you feel ready, stop and get ready for the workout
- Otherwise, continue and do another 10 stokes at AT/TR pace followed by a short rest.
- Study some rowing machine technique and rowing drills to help with setting some basic positions while you are rowing.
- It's a short workout but if you do need to drink during the rest, take small sips after 60 seconds of the rest interval.
- Increase your power and speed when the rate changes up.
- Make sure to warm up properly, but don't do too much work and save your effort for the workout.
- Have some water ready to drink for after the warm up during the rest phase and at end of the workout.
2 x 8 Minute Power Rowing Workout
Ironclad 2 x 8 Minute Power Rowing Workout designed to boost you Anaerobic Threshold and Transportation Rowing Energy Systems. Prepare for a 2k, 6K or 5k Erg Test using this workout.
Workout Snapshot
Detail | Time (min) | Rate |
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Rowing warm up 15 min | 15:00 | 22 |
1 x 8 min | 8:00 | 26 |
1 x 4 min | 4:00 | - |
1 x 8 min | 8:00 | 26 |
Rowing cool down 5 min | 5:00 | 20 |
Total Time: 40 min | Work Time: 16 min | Intensity: AT/TR | Strokes: 836 | Avg Rate: 24 | Work Rate: 26
AT TR hard difficult intervals
Steps- Warm up for 15 minutes following the schedule here.
- Take a short break and get ready for the workout.
- Row for 8 minutes at 26 strokes per minute between Anaerobic Threshold Intensity and TR.
- Focus on power and efficiency per stroke.
- Rest for 4 minutes.
- Row again for 8 minutes at 26 strokes per minute between Anaerobic Threshold Intensity and TR.
- Warm down with some light rowing and stretching afterwards.
- TR Warm-up 15 min
- Start with some easy half slide strokes for 1 minute
- Go to full slide after 1 minute, rowing light at rate 18-20
- After 2 minutes, increase your power to UT2 pace hold the rate at 18-20
- After 5 minutes, go to UT1 pace.
- After 7 minutes, stop and sip some water.
- Start rowing again and row for 3 minutes at your UT1 pace.
- Next, row light for 1 minute.
- At 10 minutes, do 20 strokes at your AT pace.
- Row light for 15 strokes.
- Row hard again at AT/TR pace for 20 strokes
- Row light for 15 strokes.
- Row hard again for 20 strokes at your TR pace.
- Row light and if you feel ready, stop and get ready for the workout
- Otherwise you can do another 10 stokes at TR pace followed by a short rest.
- Sit up and pitch your body slightly forward on the recovery phase.
- Break down each piece as a separate challenge to be completed. Approach each one as a stand alone workout - don't think about the next or the last workout.
- Increase your power and speed when the rate changes up.
- Get into a good flowing rhythm, moving the handle smoothly at the catch and at the finish while using your legs body and arms to power the rowing machine.
- Stay relaxed when you get tired.
2 x 10 Minute High Tempo Rowing Machine Workout
Power-up with this 2 x 10 Minute High Tempo Rowing Machine Workout. Boost your Fat and Carbohydrate Burning Energy Systems while learning how to Row with good style and tempo.
Workout Snapshot
Detail | Time (min) | Rate |
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Rowing warm up 15 min | 15:00 | 22 |
1 x 10 min | 10:00 | 26 |
1 x 5 min | 5:00 | - |
1 x 10 min | 10:00 | 26 |
Rowing cool down 10 min | 10:00 | 20 |
Total Time: 50 min | Work Time: 20 min | Intensity: AT/TR | Strokes: 1050 | Avg Rate: 24 | Work Rate: 26
AT TR hard difficult intervals
Steps- Spend 15 minutes warming up following the warm up schedulde here.
- Next take a short break and get ready for the workout.
- Row for 10 minutes at 26 strokes per minute on level Anaerobic Threshold Intensity.
- Rest for 5 minutes.
- Row again for 10 minutes at 26 strokes per minute on level Anaerobic Threshold Intensity and at TR towards the end of the 10 minutes.
- Warm down with some easy rowing.
- TR Warm-up 15 min
- Start with some easy half slide strokes for 1 minute
- Go to full slide after 1 minute, rowing light at rate 18-20
- After 2 minutes, increase your power to UT2 pace hold the rate at 18-20
- After 5 minutes, go to UT1 pace.
- After 7 minutes, stop and sip some water.
- Start rowing again and row for 3 minutes at your UT1 pace.
- Next, row light for 1 minute.
- At 10 minutes, do 20 strokes at your AT pace.
- Row light for 15 strokes.
- Row hard again at AT/TR pace for 20 strokes
- Row light for 15 strokes.
- Row hard again for 20 strokes at your TR pace.
- Row light and if you feel ready, stop and get ready for the workout
- Otherwise you can do another 10 stokes at TR pace followed by a short rest.
- Keep your hands moving away at the finish for good rowing machine / erg technique.
- Play around with your power as you change the rate. Look to see if you can increase your pace/speed when the rate goes up.
- Try to get a feel for what rowing well is like - manage your power output and your rhythm together.
- Also take the time to warm up and cool down after each rowing workout, ensuring to stretch properly afterwards.
2 x 12 Minute Rowing Interval Workout
Anaerobic Threshold Boosting 2 x 12 Minute Rowing Interval Workout. Develop you Aerobic Power with the Rowing Machine while learning good Technique and Rhythm using Interval Training.
Workout Snapshot
Detail | Time (min) | Rate |
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Rowing warm up 15 min | 15:00 | 22 |
1 x 12 min | 12:00 | 24–26 |
1 x 5 min | 5:00 | - |
1 x 12 min | 12:00 | 24–26 |
Rowing cool down 10 min | 10:00 | 20 |
Total Time: 54 min | Work Time: 24 min | Intensity: AT | Strokes: 1106 | Avg Rate: 23 | Work Rate: 25
Steps- Warm up for 15 minutes following the schedule.
- Take a break and prepare for the session.
- Row 12 minutes at 24 – 26 strokes per minute at Anaerobic Threshold Intensity.
- Rest for 5 minutes.
- Row again 12 minutes at 24 – 26 strokes per minute at Anaerobic Threshold Intensity.
- Finish off by warming down with some easy rowing for 10 minutes.
- AT 12-15 minute warm-up
- Start with some easy half slide strokes for 1 minute
- Go to full slide after 1 minute, rowing light at rate 18-20
- After 2 minutes, increase your power to UT2 pace hold the rate at 18-20
- After 5 minutes, go to UT1 pace.
- After 7 minutes, stop and sip some water.
- Start rowing again and row for 2 minutes at your UT1 pace.
- Next, row light for 1 minute.
- At 10 minutes, do 20 strokes at your AT pace.
- Row light for 15 strokes.
- Row hard again at AT/TR pace for 15 strokes
- Row light and if you feel ready, stop and get ready for the workout
- Otherwise, continue and do another 10 stokes at AT/TR pace followed by a short rest.
- Study some rowing machine technique and rowing drills to help with setting some basic positions while you are rowing.
- The rest is important - try to keep moving and pulling light.
- Make sure to warm up properly, but don't do too much work and save your effort for the workout.
- Also take the time to warm up and cool down after each rowing workout, ensuring to stretch properly afterwards.
30 Minute High Tempo Rowing Workout
This 30 Minute High Tempo Rowing Workout will help boost your Rowing Endurance and Aerobic Capacity Zones. Learn Rowing Machine Tempo Technique while working out with a strong tempo.
Workout Snapshot
Detail | Time (min) | Rate |
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Rowing 15 minutes | 15:00 | 22 |
1 x 30 minutes | 30:00 | 22–26 |
Rowing 10 minute warm down | 10:00 | 20 |
Total Time: 50 min | Work Time: 50 min | Intensity: AT | Strokes: 1080 | Avg Rate: 22 | Work Rate: 24
Steps- Begin with rowing for 15 minutes following the warm up schedule.
- Row 30 minutes at Anaerobic Threshold Intensity rating 22 – 26 strokes per minute.
- Look at the Pro Tips below to learn how to develop Tempo.
- Warm down for 10 minutes easy rowing.
- AT 12-15 minute warm-up
- Start with some easy half slide strokes for 1 minute
- Go to full slide after 1 minute, rowing light at rate 18-20
- After 2 minutes, increase your power to UT2 pace hold the rate at 18-20
- After 5 minutes, go to UT1 pace.
- After 7 minutes, stop and sip some water.
- Start rowing again and row for 2 minutes at your UT1 pace.
- Next, row light for 1 minute.
- At 10 minutes, do 20 strokes at your AT pace.
- Row light for 15 strokes.
- Row hard again at AT/TR pace for 15 strokes
- Row light and if you feel ready, stop and get ready for the workout
- Otherwise, continue and do another 10 stokes at AT/TR pace followed by a short rest.
- Focus on using your legs during the leg drive phase and use them to make a good tempo through to the finish.
- Don't pull too hard with your arms - use the momentum to keep your arms moving smoothly away from the finish to keep the tempo going.
- Try to get a feel for what rowing well is like - manage your power output and your rhythm together.
- Have some water ready to drink for after the warm and at the end of the workout.
3 x 8 Minute Rowing Intervals
Boost your Aerobic Engine with 3 x 8 Minute Rowing Workout at UT1 to Anaerobic Threshold Intensity Zone. Great for Rowing Beginners to Learn Technique and Endurance on the Rowing Machine.
Workout Snapshot
Detail | Time (min) | Rate |
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Rowing warm up 15 min | 15:00 | 22 |
1 x 8 min | 8:00 | 22–24 |
1 x 2 min rest | 2:00 | - |
1 x 8 min | 8:00 | 22–24 |
1 x 2 min rest | 2:00 | - |
1 x 8 min | 8:00 | 22–24 |
Rowing cool down 5 min | 5:00 | 20 |
Total Time: 46 min | Work Time: 24 min | Intensity: UT1/AT | Strokes: 938 | Avg Rate: 22 | Work Rate: 23
AT UT1 hard difficult intervals
Steps- Warm up for 15 minutes following the warm up intensity schedule here.
- Row 8 minutes at 22 – 24 strokes per minute at Anaerobic Threshold Intensity.
- Rest for 2 minutes
- Repeat 8 minutes at 22 – 24 strokes per minute at UT1 Rowing Intensity.
- Rest for 2 minutes and repeat the 8 minutes a total of three times.
- Finish off by warming down with some easy rowing for 5 minutes.
- AT 12-15 minute warm-up
- Start with some easy half slide strokes for 1 minute
- Go to full slide after 1 minute, rowing light at rate 18-20
- After 2 minutes, increase your power to UT2 pace hold the rate at 18-20
- After 5 minutes, go to UT1 pace.
- After 7 minutes, stop and sip some water.
- Start rowing again and row for 2 minutes at your UT1 pace.
- Next, row light for 1 minute.
- At 10 minutes, do 20 strokes at your AT pace.
- Row light for 15 strokes.
- Row hard again at AT/TR pace for 15 strokes
- Row light and if you feel ready, stop and get ready for the workout
- Otherwise, continue and do another 10 stokes at AT/TR pace followed by a short rest.
- Always focus on good rowing machine technique - even when you are tired.
- The rest interval is important - keep moving slowly after each work piece and take sips of water after 60 seconds of the rest period.
3 x 8 Minute Anaerobic Threshold Rowing Intervals
Prevail with this 3 x 8 Minute Anaerobic Threshold Rowing Intervals. Learn good Rowing Technique while at Anaerobic Threshold Target Intensity Zone rate 24.
Workout Snapshot
Detail | Time (min) | Rate |
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Rowing warm up 10 min | 10:00 | 22 |
1 x 8 min | 8:00 | 24 |
1 x 5 min rest | 5:00 | - |
1 x 8 min | 8:00 | 24 |
1 x 5 min rest | 5:00 | - |
1 x 8 min | 8:00 | 24 |
Rowing cool down 10 min | 10:00 | 20 |
Total Time: 43 min | Work Time: 24 min | Intensity: UT1/AT | Strokes: 896 | Avg Rate: 23 | Work Rate: 24
Steps- Warm up for 10-15 minutes following the warm up intensity schedule here.
- Row 8 minutes at 24 strokes per minute at Anaerobic Threshold Intensity.
- Rest for 5 minutes and repeat (3 times total).
- Finish off your rowing session by warming down with some easy rowing for 10 minutes.
- AT 12-15 minute warm-up
- Start with some easy half slide strokes for 1 minute
- Go to full slide after 1 minute, rowing light at rate 18-20
- After 2 minutes, increase your power to UT2 pace hold the rate at 18-20
- After 5 minutes, go to UT1 pace.
- After 7 minutes, stop and sip some water.
- Start rowing again and row for 2 minutes at your UT1 pace.
- Next, row light for 1 minute.
- At 10 minutes, do 20 strokes at your AT pace.
- Row light for 15 strokes.
- Row hard again at AT/TR pace for 15 strokes
- Row light and if you feel ready, stop and get ready for the workout
- Otherwise, continue and do another 10 stokes at AT/TR pace followed by a short rest.
- Move your hands away from the finish smoothly at the same pace they arrived.
- This is a hard workout - don't use all your energy in the first 8 minutes.
- Always change rate and power together.
- Make sure to warm up properly, but don't do too much work and save your effort for the workout.
- Be sure to stick to the suggested intensity and stroke rate.
4 x 5 Minute Anaerobic Threshold Rowing Intervals
Raise your Lactic Threshold with these 4 x 5 Minute Anaerobic Threshold Rowing Intervals. Focus to Row with good Form and Energy as you Rate 26 at AT Zone.
Workout Snapshot
Detail | Time (min) | Rate |
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Rowing warm up 15 min | 15:00 | 22 |
1 x 5 min | 5:00 | 26 |
1 x 5 min rest | 5:00 | - |
1 x 5 min | 5:00 | 26 |
1 x 5 min rest | 5:00 | - |
1 x 5 min | 5:00 | 26 |
1 x 5 min rest | 5:00 | - |
1 x 5 min | 5:00 | 26 |
Rowing cool down 10 min | 10:00 | 20 |
Total Time: 60 min | Work Time: 20 min | Intensity: AT/TR | Strokes: 1040 | Avg Rate: 25 | Work Rate: 26
AT TR hard difficult intervals
Steps- Warm up for 15 minutes following the warm up intensity schedule here.
- Row for 5 minutes at 26 strokes per minute at Anaerobic Threshold Intensity.
- Rest for 5 minutes and repeat. (4 times total)
- Finally cool down with 10 minutes easy rowing.
- TR Warm-up 15 min
- Start with some easy half slide strokes for 1 minute
- Go to full slide after 1 minute, rowing light at rate 18-20
- After 2 minutes, increase your power to UT2 pace hold the rate at 18-20
- After 5 minutes, go to UT1 pace.
- After 7 minutes, stop and sip some water.
- Start rowing again and row for 3 minutes at your UT1 pace.
- Next, row light for 1 minute.
- At 10 minutes, do 20 strokes at your AT pace.
- Row light for 15 strokes.
- Row hard again at AT/TR pace for 20 strokes
- Row light for 15 strokes.
- Row hard again for 20 strokes at your TR pace.
- Row light and if you feel ready, stop and get ready for the workout
- Otherwise you can do another 10 stokes at TR pace followed by a short rest.
- Sit up and pitch your body slightly forward on the recovery phase.
- Break down each piece as a separate challenge to be completed. Approach each one as a stand alone workout - don't think about the next or the last workout.
- Keep the same good rowing rhythm when the rates change. Look for a ratio of 1:2 - 1 part drive phase and 2 parts recovery phase.
- Never forget to enjoy the rhythm of the rowing movement and use it to build your motivation for more training in future.
- Have some water ready to drink for after the warm up during the rest phase and at end of the workout.
2 x 10 Minute Rowing Machine Workouts
Boost your Aerobic Engine with these 2 x 10 Minute Rowing Machine Workouts. Learn how to Pace at 24-26 Strokes per Minute with good Technique and Rhythm.
Workout Snapshot
Detail | Time (min) | Rate |
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Rowing warm up 10 min | 10:00 | 22 |
1 x 10 min | 10:00 | 24–26 |
1 x 5 min rest | 5:00 | - |
1 x 10 min | 10:00 | 24–26 |
Rowing cool down 10 min | 10:00 | 20 |
Total Time: 45 min | Work Time: 20 min | Intensity: AT | Strokes: 900 | Avg Rate: 23 | Work Rate: 25
Steps- Warm up for 15 minutes following the warm up intensity schedule here.
- Row for 10 minutes at 24 – 26 strokes per minute at Anaerobic Threshold Intensity.
- Rest for 5 minutes.
- Row again for 10 minutes at 24 – 26 strokes per minute at Anaerobic Threshold Intensity.
- Warm down with some easy rowing for 10 minutes.
- AT 12-15 minute warm-up
- Start with some easy half slide strokes for 1 minute
- Go to full slide after 1 minute, rowing light at rate 18-20
- After 2 minutes, increase your power to UT2 pace hold the rate at 18-20
- After 5 minutes, go to UT1 pace.
- After 7 minutes, stop and sip some water.
- Start rowing again and row for 2 minutes at your UT1 pace.
- Next, row light for 1 minute.
- At 10 minutes, do 20 strokes at your AT pace.
- Row light for 15 strokes.
- Row hard again at AT/TR pace for 15 strokes
- Row light and if you feel ready, stop and get ready for the workout
- Otherwise, continue and do another 10 stokes at AT/TR pace followed by a short rest.
- Move your arms smoothly towards your body at the finish of each stroke.
- The rest interval is important - keep moving slowly after each work piece and take sips of water after 60 seconds of the rest period.
- Maintain your rhythm when the rate changes - avoid going too far off your target intensity.
- Try to get a feel for what rowing well is like - manage your power output and your rhythm together.
3 x 7 Minute VO2 Rowing Intervals
Improve your Rowing Oxygen Uptake with these 3 x 7 Minute VO2 Rowing Intervals. With 5 minutes rest you need to rate 26-28 Strokes per Minute to get in the Target Training Zone.
Workout Snapshot
Detail | Time (min) | Rate |
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Rowing warm up 15 min | 15:00 | 22 |
1 x 7 min | 7:00 | 26–28 |
1 x 5 min rest | 5:00 | - |
1 x 7 min | 7:00 | 26–28 |
1 x 5 min rest | 5:00 | - |
1 x 7 min | 7:00 | 26–28 |
Rowing cool down 10 min | 10:00 | 20 |
Total Time: 56 min | Work Time: 21 min | Intensity: AT/TR | Strokes: 1066 | Avg Rate: 24 | Work Rate: 27
AT TR hard difficult intervals
Steps- Warm up for 15 minutes following the warm up intensity schedule here.
- Row for 7 minutes at 26 – 28 strokes per minute at Transportation Rowing Intensity.
- Rest for 5 minutes and repeat (3 times in total).
- Finish off by cooling down with some easy rowing for 10 minutes.
- TR Warm-up 15 min
- Start with some easy half slide strokes for 1 minute
- Go to full slide after 1 minute, rowing light at rate 18-20
- After 2 minutes, increase your power to UT2 pace hold the rate at 18-20
- After 5 minutes, go to UT1 pace.
- After 7 minutes, stop and sip some water.
- Start rowing again and row for 3 minutes at your UT1 pace.
- Next, row light for 1 minute.
- At 10 minutes, do 20 strokes at your AT pace.
- Row light for 15 strokes.
- Row hard again at AT/TR pace for 20 strokes
- Row light for 15 strokes.
- Row hard again for 20 strokes at your TR pace.
- Row light and if you feel ready, stop and get ready for the workout
- Otherwise you can do another 10 stokes at TR pace followed by a short rest.
- Study some rowing machine technique and rowing drills to help with setting some basic positions while you are rowing.
- The rest interval is important - keep moving slowly after each work piece and take sips of water after 60 seconds of the rest period.
- Don't pull too hard with your arms when the power and rate change.
- Never forget to enjoy the rhythm of the rowing movement and use it to build your motivation for more training in future.
- Have some water ready to drink for after the warm up during the rest phase and at end of the workout.
2 x 12 Minute Rowing Intervals
These 2 x 12 Minute Rowing Workout Intervals at Anaerobic Threshold Intensity will help get you ready for 6K, 5K and 2K Erg Tests. Build this workout into your weekly rowing schedule.
Workout Snapshot
Detail | Time (min) | Rate |
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Rowing warm up 15 min | 15:00 | 22 |
1 x 12 min | 12:00 | 25–28 |
1 x 5 min rest | 5:00 | - |
1 x 12 min | 12:00 | 25–28 |
Rowing cool down 10 min | 10:00 | 20 |
Total Time: 54 min | Work Time: 24 min | Intensity: AT/TR | Strokes: 1130 | Avg Rate: 23 | Work Rate: 27
AT TR hard difficult intervals
Steps- Warm up for 15 minutes following the warm up intensity schedule.
- Row for 12 minutes at 25 – 28 strokes per minute between Anaerobic Threshold Intensity and Transportation Rowing Intensity.
- Rest for 5 minutes
- Row again for 12 minutes at 25 – 28 strokes per minute between Anaerobic Threshold Intensity and Transportation Rowing Intensity.
- Cool down with some easy rowing for 10 minutes.
- TR Warm-up 15 min
- Start with some easy half slide strokes for 1 minute
- Go to full slide after 1 minute, rowing light at rate 18-20
- After 2 minutes, increase your power to UT2 pace hold the rate at 18-20
- After 5 minutes, go to UT1 pace.
- After 7 minutes, stop and sip some water.
- Start rowing again and row for 3 minutes at your UT1 pace.
- Next, row light for 1 minute.
- At 10 minutes, do 20 strokes at your AT pace.
- Row light for 15 strokes.
- Row hard again at AT/TR pace for 20 strokes
- Row light for 15 strokes.
- Row hard again for 20 strokes at your TR pace.
- Row light and if you feel ready, stop and get ready for the workout
- Otherwise you can do another 10 stokes at TR pace followed by a short rest.
- Study some rowing machine technique and rowing drills to help with setting some basic positions while you are rowing.
- Focus on using your legs, body and arms in a good rhythm through the middle of the workout.
- Maintain your rhythm when the rate changes - avoid going too far off your target intensity.
- Always enjoy the rhythm of the rowing movement and use it to build your motivation.
10 x 30 Stroke Rowing Interval Workout
Row this 10 x 30 Stroke Rowing Interval Workout at Anaerobic Threshold Intensity. Learn good Rowing Technique while Rowing Hard with good Rhythm and Intensity.
Workout Snapshot
Detail | Time (min) | Rate |
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Rowing warm up 15 min | 15:00 | 22 |
30 strokes hard/10 light | 10:00-15:00 | 28 |
Rowing cool down 10 min | 10:00 | 20 |
Total Time: 40 min | Work Time: 15 min | Intensity: AT | Strokes: 810 | Avg Rate: 24 | Work Rate: 28
Steps- Warm up for 15 minutes at following the warm up schedule.
- Take a short rest and get ready for the workout.
- Row for 30 strokes at 26 – 28 strokes per minute.
- Immediately afterwards, Row 10 strokes light at 20 strokes per minute.
- Repeat the 30/10 for a total of 10 times.
- Finish off by warming down with some easy rowing for 10 minutes.
- AT 12-15 minute warm-up
- Start with some easy half slide strokes for 1 minute
- Go to full slide after 1 minute, rowing light at rate 18-20
- After 2 minutes, increase your power to UT2 pace hold the rate at 18-20
- After 5 minutes, go to UT1 pace.
- After 7 minutes, stop and sip some water.
- Start rowing again and row for 2 minutes at your UT1 pace.
- Next, row light for 1 minute.
- At 10 minutes, do 20 strokes at your AT pace.
- Row light for 15 strokes.
- Row hard again at AT/TR pace for 15 strokes
- Row light and if you feel ready, stop and get ready for the workout
- Otherwise, continue and do another 10 stokes at AT/TR pace followed by a short rest.
- Think about your rowing machine technique. rowing well is about holding good technique while working effectively.
- Play around with your power as you change the rate. Look to see if you can increase your pace/speed when the rate goes up.
- Always change rate and power together.
- Never forget to enjoy the rhythm of the rowing movement.