Rowing machines are having a moment. Long the ugly ducklings of the gym, tucked away in forgotten corners, the workout devices are getting a makeover – just like indoor cycling machines did a decade ...

A complete overview of Olympic rowing with our guide on official regulations, scoring, common violations and team information ...

If you are new to the sport of rowing, this Viewer’s Guide will give you the basics, beginning with the types of rowing and equipment. Sculling is the type of rowing in which athletes use two oars ...

In the ever-evolving landscape of fitness trends, rowing has emerged as a powerhouse workout, redefining how we approach total body conditioning. This comprehensive exercise modality has captured the ...

A celebrated early exponent was the American Jack Kelly, who was refused an entry at Henley in 1920 because he had worked as a bricklayer, so rowed in the Olympics instead. Kelly, the father of Grace ...

The shadow of Sir Steve Redgrave looms large over Olympic rowing, and for good reason. The five-time gold medal winner coxless pair event between 1988 and 1996, while bookending those wins with glory ...

Catching crabs must be a painful occupational hazard? Catching a crab in rowing terms is an expression used when a blade or oar gets stuck in the water. A crab may be minor, allowing the rower to ...

Britain will field an unprecedented Olympic rowing team, with 52 athletes competing at Eton Dorney in 13 of the 14 boat classes. The minimum expectation is for Britain to match their tally of six ...