Rowed to Fitness offers metabolic testing, including VO2 max testing, for fitness, nutrition, longevity and performance. A couple of weeks ago I had the opportunity to run resting metabolic and VO2 max tests on Keith Sime. Keith is a 90 year old elite runner who resides here in Bend, Oregon. Since the age of 75, […]
Protein and Athletic Performance Protein plays a crucial role in athletic performance, and its importance extends beyond just building and repairing muscles. Here are several reasons why good protein intake is essential for athletes: Muscle Building and Repair Protein is a fundamental building block for muscle tissue. Engaging in physical activities, especially strength training and […]
Personal trainer and Concept2 rowing coach, Steve Tague of Rowed to Fitness in Bend Oregon, shows how to perform the rowing stroke correctly. In this YouTube video, Steve goes over the 4 parts of the stroke, the catch, the drive, the release, and the recovery. Watch the video and learn to perform a more efficient […]
Training for any competitive sport at an elite level always forces you to ride a fine line On one side, you need to push hard enough to achieve the gains needed to remain competitive. On the other, there’s the point where your body becomes overtrained, causing your body to shut down or become injured. Finding […]