ABOUT ROWED TO FITNESS
Personal Training in Central Oregon & Online Everywhere
Welcome to Rowed to Fitness, where science meets coaching and precision meets performance. Founded by Steve Tague—World Champion, U.S. Champion, and Indoor Rowing World Record Holder—we help athletes and adults over 50 build strength, endurance, and longevity.
Whether you’re in Bend, Tumalo, Sisters, Redmond, or anywhere online, our programs combine elite expertise, personalized coaching, and advanced testing so you can train smarter, age stronger, and feel better than ever.
Why Rowed to Fitness?
Personalized Coaching, Elite Expertise
Every client is unique. With more than 35 years of professional experience and multiple World Championship titles, Steve designs training that adapts to your body, your goals, and your lifestyle. Whether you’re chasing performance or rebuilding fitness later in life, you’ll get expert coaching that works for you.
Fitness for Longevity & Performance
We focus on more than just workouts. Training at Rowed to Fitness improves:
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Strength for everyday life
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Endurance for more energy
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Mobility for pain-free movement
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Confidence to enjoy sports, adventures, and aging with vitality
Data-Driven, Never Guesswork
Stop spinning your wheels with generic workouts. Using VO₂ Max testing, metabolic analysis, and biomarker insights, we tailor every program for precision results. You’ll know exactly how your body burns fuel, where your fitness stands, and how to optimize progress.
Transformation Through Technique & Support
Rowing isn’t just cardio—it’s a skill. We teach efficient, safe form on the Concept2 Row Erg, helping you unlock one of the most effective training tools in the gym. Along the way, you’ll have accountability, encouragement, and education to keep you on track.
Services Offered
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Personal Strength & Fitness Training
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Indoor Rowing Coaching & Programs
- Specializing in adults and athletes in their 50’s, 60’s, and ’70’s
About Steve Tague
Champion, Record Holder, Coach
Now in his 60s, Steve is living proof that it’s never too late to train like an athlete. After overcoming arthritis, torn rotator cuffs, spinal injuries, asthma, and allergies, he turned to rowing in 2018. Within two years, he was competing internationally—and winning.
Achievements:
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3× World Indoor Rowing Champion (500m)
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3× World Championship Silver Medalist (2000m)
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2× U.S. National Champion
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World Record Holder, Lightweight Men 60+ (500m)
As a certified coach and trainer, Steve brings world-class expertise and personal resilience to every client. Whether you want to unleash your inner athlete, improve health, or master the rowing erg, he’ll help you do it—with precision, patience, and a sense of fun.
Certifications
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NASM Certified Personal Trainer
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NASM Certified Sports Nutrition Coach
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Concept2 Certified Rowing Coach
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Dark Horse Rowing Certified Coach
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PNOE Metabolic Testing Certified
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Red Cross First Aid/CPR/AED
Push. Pull. Relax. Repeat.
Rowed to Fitness is where strength, longevity, and performance come together. Ready to start? Join us today—online or in Central Oregon.