Posts by whchambers
Ordering a new Filippi in 2021
Over the last 12-months, I have tried out different boat brands, (check out the Filippi vs Nelo article) and always come back to Filippi for shear speed, performance, quality of build, and style. Over the course of the last 3-years, I’ve enjoyed success with the F22, and planned to simply continue. Then David Filippi shared…
Read MoreWhat’s Your Role In Meetings?
Timely lessons from the CEO of Spotify, Daniel Ek, on how to be a more effective leader in meetings. As I am spending more time in virtual meetings, I’m reflecting on how this time can be spent more effectively. I recently listened to the conversation Tim Ferriss had with Daniel Ek, COE Spotify, where Daniel…
Read MoreHow to keep rowing relevant. Example of how the Boat Race Organisation is adapting and leading our sport.
Most will now be aware, that the 2021 Boat Races, will take place on the River Cam in Ely. After a combination of factors, including the COVID pandemic, and the closure of Hammersmith Bridge at the halfway mark of the 6,800m course, forced the organisers to take radical action. The change in venue marks a…
Read MoreAnne-Marie Howald – Swiss Rowing Team Coach
Anne-Marie Howald is well know in the rowing world, having represented Switzerland at the 1987 & 88 World Championships as a lightweight, and now as the Head Coach of the U23 and Junior Squad. In 2018, Anne-Marie was awarded the “Swiss Olympic Coach Award” for the impressive achievements of the junior national team at the…
Read MoreWinter Training – Next 3-Months Training? What’s Your Plan?
Around the world, local regattas are being cancelled, and we are all looking forward to when we will be able to get out on the water and race again. With the second wave hitting, and the onset of winter months ahead in the northern hemisphere, it’s important to be clear on how you will invest…
Read MoreWhy sodium is crucial to athletes performing at their best
Sharing an interesting article on why sodium is important for Masters Rowers to perform at our best. Original article by Andy Blow and medically reviewed by Dr Tamara Hew-Butler. Disclosure: Precision Hydration support subscribers to the Faster newsletter with 10% off all purchases. Why sodium is important Sodium plays a key role in how your…
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Photo source, British Rowing 2015.
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Read MoreHow does the course work?
The best way to create a personal training plan, is to do it. A training plan that changes performance, is easier to create once you understand the mechanics of a great training plan. The How To Create Your Annual Training Plan combines audio and video lessons from Bill (with help from experts), along with frameworks and…
Read MoreHow to ensure rowing remains relevant with John Boultbee AM – Faster Podcast
In my first conversation with John, he left us on a ‘cliffhanger’ with what rowing needs to do to stay relevant. In this follow up conversation, John shares his thoughts on what rowing needs to do to stay relevant and thrive, vs. survive. John Boultbee AM, is well known in Australian as a lawyer and…
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