Low intensity training and stroke rates.

Hi Mr. Muller, I am currently training at a Canadian National team satellite training centre in St. Catharines, Ontario. For steady-state rows that I am only interested in long continuous rowing, is it better to be at a slightly higher stroke rate such as 22 or 24 instead of putting more pressure on at a rate of 18 or 19? Or do you suggest something entirely different for a 90 min row? Your input would be appreciated.

My answer:
>Hello
>No probelm, I am glad to answer you. I used to row at
>21. MAKE sure that you put the ergometer on slides if
>you use the concept2. If you can use a rowperfect
>even better. You should grab a DVD that I sell on my
>website for rowing technique. Does Canada still teach
>an extreme layback at the finish?
>Take short water breaks when you row your 90' pieces.
>Make sure that you put carbs and electrolytes in the
>water and drink approximately .5 litters every half
>hour.
>Sincerely,
>XENO

Xeno Muller, Olympic gold and silver medalist, indoor rowing, rowing technique.