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I'm Kristin, an Olympic rower turned online coach and recruiting advisor. I help high school rowers across the country improve their 2k erg scores, build speed and confidence, and get recruited to row in college.

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If you’re a parent of a high school rower, this article is for you. Most parents I talk to genuinely want to help. But in rowing, how you help can either support your athlete’s growth or quietly add pressure that increases stress and actually slows them down. This is especially true when it comes to: […]

Olympian Explains: How To Parent a High School Rower

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You know those mornings when you wake up ready to take on the day? You’ve got school, practice, homework, and a million other things on your schedule, and you need breakfast that helps you get going. As a rower, your morning routine can make a difference in how prepared you feel for the day ahead. […]

My Favorite Morning Smoothie

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I'm Kristin, an Olympic rower turned online coach and recruiting advisor. I help high school rowers across the country improve their 2k erg scores, build speed and confidence, and get recruited to row in college.

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you'll love

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I'm Kristin

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erg testing

mindset

college recruiting

recovery

olympics

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Rowing workouts, erg training plans, 2k erg test strategies, mental toughness, and college rowing recruiting - this blog is your resource for getting faster on the erg and in the boat. I break down the why behind rowing technique, pacing strategy, and training so you can make smarter adjustments and see results right away. You’ll learn the performance skills most high school rowing programs don’t have time to teach—skills that translate directly to faster erg scores and better recruiting outcomes. Dive in and start going faster today.

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