What’s a good weight for a coxswain/Is [number] a good weight for a coxswain?

Weight is not as big a factor as other things (such as your ability to steer/memorize race plans/motivate your rowers). If you’re that worried, ask your coach.

Is [number] a good 2k time?

We won’t answer this. Ask your coach.

Can you change the layout? It’s hard to read.

Go to the mobile version if it bothers you.

What’s your 2k PR?

Check the admin page.

What should I eat/do before a 2k test?

It’s a personal preference, but you should eat a good dinner (pasta is good) and get a lot of sleep the night before. Note that as it’s just a 2k, and you’re probably doing it nearly 24 hours after you have dinner, what you eat doesn’t really matter. Regattas are a completely different matter. Definitely stretch beforehand. Hydrate, but don’t eat or drink too soon before you start the test because it’ll upset your stomach.

How do you pump up before a race?

Listen to motivational music.

What kind of music is motivational music?

Our favorites are on the playlist page.

How do I become a better coxswain?

Work at it. Research motivational phrases. Work out with your teammates. Learn the race plans. Learn calls.

How do I become a better rower?

Work at it. Work out even when you don’t have to. (That goes for erging too.) Eat right. Get enough sleep.

Can I submit a post?

Of course! Most of our posts come from submissions. Just be sure to put it in the right format.