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Race Tactics: A physiological perspective on 5k racing

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How rowers can use the squat jump to improve explosive power

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Why rowing and exercise is good for your brain

Carrying boat off landing stage

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Beat the heat when rowing

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rowing race start

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Active recovery: What, why and how

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