PAIN & PUDDLES

I launched RowSource in 2014 while coaching relatively new masters rowers who had a lot of questions. I couldn’t find answers specific to adult learners and athletes, so, I started writing.

Whatever experience you bring to coaching, there’s always more to learn. Coaches gain skills from other coaches, not just from certifications. Need a different perspective, new ideas, or a refresher? That’s what we’re here for.

If your club doesn’t have enough dedicated coxswains to go around, and relies on rowers to fill the 9th seat for practices and races, check out our coxing resources. Everything from coxing 101, to advanced calls, to race tips.

Whether you sweep, scull, or are strictly an indoor rower, find training tips, technique hacks, and motivation. From handling your oar, to breathing right, to half-marathon training, and 2k test prep.

HISTORY & CULTURE

THERE’S MORE TO THE STORY

THIS SEASON IN PHOTOS

First day on the water after coming down with COVID at RowFest. Glad to be back, but there’s some serious rebuilding to do. Ooph.
A lot of exciting things happened at USRowing RowFest, including this amazing discovery: never know what to do with your @rowingpad when carrying a boat while wearing a uni? Thread your @vespoliusa shoe strap through a hole in the pad! Seriously, how
Did you know? If your club has a Squarespace website, you can sell awesome branded gear online without having to handle printing and order fulfillment. I just helped @columbusrowing set up a shop as part of their 40th anniversary celebration! Check i
Latest regatta design project! Client: @crcrowdc in Washington, D.C. Guidelines: two color design, light ink coverage, 3 stars representing the D.C. flag. Three design concepts and a couple of revision cycles later, there you have it! Did you know:
The calm before the storm! It’s race day, baby! #ergsprints #indoornats24
Coxswains, if you're like me, you're getting excited (and a little nervous) about coxing @hocr1965 this weekend. If you're looking for a few extra tidbits of info and some fresh perspective before you launch, check out these tips I've compiled over t
Weekend in the Windy City for @lpboatclub Chicago River Half Marathon. Sat bow in a @crcrowdc W8+ and had the best seat in the house! Saw the city views AND the entire crew! So grateful for the coaches, teammates, and training that got me through nea
A backup at the handle wash station… 🧼 . #rowing #mastersrowing #washingtondc #anacostiariver
Switched from evening rowing to morning rowing and remembered why I used to like it so much: • sunrises • better weather • flatter water • no traffic on my bike to the boathouse
@acba_cat lounging in the @acbainfo Kippy Kits. Oh, and we rowed 2x20’ this morning. #crceveningsweep #saturdaymorning
This great group of women from @crcrowdc have put up with me all season 🤣 Looking forward to getting into head season training with them after a week-long break following @usrowing Masters Nationals.
Day 4, @usrowing Masters Nationals. Thanks to @tomrooks for letting us up on the finish line tower! Check out this view of the return after the finish line!