Team Germany Eights gets off to a rapid start to their rowing training in Dortmund!

Team Germany Eights gets off to a rapid start to their rowing training in Dortmund!

There is a lot of activity on the Dortmund-Ems Canal again because the Germany Eights team has started the new rowing season. Training has been going on at the Dortmund base since Monday, and the team's anticipation is palpable, despite the rainy and cool weather conditions, which do not affect their motivation. In this first phase of training, particular emphasis is placed on individual one-on-one driving rowing.de reported.

A total of 26 rowers and one helmsman are back on board and training has fully begun. According to Sabine Tschäge from the national coaching team, the coach is satisfied with the start. The focus on the development of individual athletes is supported by individual training plans that are integrated into the overall program. Particular attention is also paid to the training of athletes in the Bundeswehr or the Federal Police, which is supplemented by internships.

Preparation for important competitions

A first competition is scheduled for November 15th, with a race in Basel (BaselHead) in the middle of the month. Shortly before this international race there is also training in the large boat. Before that, however, there will be an important performance review and an ergo test on November 29th and 30th in Dortmund. These events are crucial for the further planning of the season and the individual progress of the athletes.

Rowing as a sport is not only an excellent way to train the muscles comprehensively and use over 80% of the muscle groups - including the back, legs and arms - it is also a joint-friendly workout compared to other sports such as running or weightlifting. Loud Kübler Sport It also promotes cardiovascular health and increases endurance while supporting calorie burning and is therefore helpful in losing weight.

Effective training and motivation

Rhythmic rowing can also have a stress-reducing effect - a positive side effect that many athletes are happy about. It is important to master the basics of rowing technique in order to train efficiently. This includes a good sitting position, a powerful pulling movement and a controlled return to the starting position. Whether beginner or advanced, there are numerous training plans that can be individually adapted.

The next few weeks promise exciting challenges for the team. If you are interested in further developments or would like to become active in rowing yourself, take a look at the offers on site or the tips for rowing training on the pages mentioned above. Either way: it remains exciting on the water!