An injured runner turned to rowing.

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

Bob Spenger in his eighties, a rowing friend of mine.

This is Bob Spenger. He lives in California at five thousand feet of elevation, somewhere in Lone Pine off Highway 395. The first time I met him, he blew me away by rowing a world record for his age category at the Iron Oarsman. His time was in the neighborhood of 8 minutes for 2k. He came to see me for some technique feedback and to have me witness his 2000 meter piece so he could be selected as a US rower to the Eruopean Championship. At age 79 he had open heart surgery. One of his valves was replaced.
Sincerely,
XENO

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

The story of a blind rowing friend of ours!

Aerial Gilbert is a friend of ours. She is one courageous tough lady. She is very inspirational. I am very thankful to know her.
Sincerely,
XENO

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

Another form of indoor rowing at the office. No need to change saddle, except for the coach.

I have seen this clip a trillion times but I am sure that not everyone has seen it. This is a good idea to stay fit when working in an office environment.
Sincerely,
XENO

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

A thank you note from Larry S. He is 65 years old and will compete at the Crash-B next February...

Larry blazed a 1:33 for 500 meters after a pretty hard workout. I have no doubt that he will clearly break 1:30 for 500 meters when well resteted. He was an inspiration yesterday for the Corona Del Mar high school tennis players. They saw his power, it was good for them to see. Below is today's email to me. Thank you Larry for your kind words.



Hi Xeno,



I just want to thank you for your evaluation and other help you have given me this past year. You are always upbeat about my ability even when I have doubts and you inspire me (and I’m sure many others) to continue and to try to excel in the sport.



You are doing a great service with your enthusiasm about keeping active with rowing. As your word spreads, many of us oldies who are sliding down the razorblade of life will take heed and enjoy additional years of productive and pain free living.



Thanks,



Larry S

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