How to stop procrastinating

Reminder that we will not be conducting a training session on Monday, January 31st. On Wednesday, February 2nd "Groundhog Day" I will be conducting a clinic of sorts. So let's stop PROCRASTINATING.

You know you've been meaning to get started with getting yourself in shape.
Step 1. Write this down.
Step 2. Make a Deadline: February 2nd Groudhog Day.
Step 3. Tell everyone.
Step 4. Take a baby step and show up.
Step 5. Reward yourself with a pat on the back, unless you really want a slap in the face.
You will feel better, but more importantly I will feel much better.

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Why the coach and athlete are important

Athletes are the reason we coach. Motivated people succeed. It is exciting to be around people who want to succeed and will pay the cost, even if it is sometimes painful.

The coach is the facilitator that helps the rower with advice and direction to make things happen. At the end of the journey the medal is for the athlete and the coach receives the satisfaction of seeing the accomplishment of the rowers they had a chance to help and influence.

Staying humble as an individual and as a Team is extremely important. You never want to lose respect for your rivals and be thankful every time you cross the line in front because it might be the last time it happens. You win today and tomorrow you can lose but you are still the same person and have the same talent.

Working to achieve the best of your ability is what is important in life. Winning or losing is often something you don't have control of because it depends on your competition. The coach has to believe in the talent of the athlete and giving the best that he has as a coach.

I believe in my system.

I am thankful for everything I have learned from others.

I continue to listen and learn from others.

I learn from the rowers I am surrounded by.

I would wish that everyone that works with me feels the same way I feel about them.

A COACHING JOURNEY
1. A commitment to continuous improvement.

2. A belief that anything is possible.

3. An understanding of where your sport has been (history of the sport), where it is now and most importantly a vision for where it is going.

4. The confidence to be yourself – to be unique.

5. The energy to work hard consistently.

6. The strength and courage to not compromise.

7. Outstanding communication abilities.

8. An understanding of who you are, what you value and what motivates you.

9. A passion for winning – a desire to be the best.

10. The capacity to persevere and persist and continue to fight hard no matter what obstacles you face.

IF CAN, CAN. IF NO CAN, NO CAN.

What to expect this week

This week our training will concentrate on time pieces.
L3: Warm Up-10' 3x12' R:4' 3'1'23'1'3'1'@+24,+16,+24,+16,+24,+16
L2: Warm Up-15-20' 3x7' R:4'30" 2'1'2'1'2'@+3,off,+3,off,+3
L4: Warm Up-10' 4x10' R:2' 4'3'2'1'@+27,+24,+20,+16

Some thoughts on change:
Small changes start through motivation and repetition. You need to believe the value of change and experience it. You need to take charge and not always expect someone else to do it for you.

Row Correctly

Vas is Das? You must Row Correctly, or we will break crack the whip!

EXCUSES

I don't have time.
I'm too tired.
I'm in a bad mood.
I don't feel like it.
I need to relax.
I'll start over next week.
I'll make up for it.

BULL....

I've heard them all. Do I need to list anymore?

The 300

The 300
Sit Up: 20
Push Up: 20
Squat: 20
Russian Twist: 20
Jumpies: 20
= 100 x 3 = 300
You can always sub in other exercises. You can also break this up. Example: 1 set of 100 in the morning. 1 set of 100 at noon. 1 set of 100 in the afternoon. 300 is the key.

Practice Time

Our conditioning time at the school is 5:30-6:30 on Monday, Wednesday and Thursday.

Welcome

Welcome to Doves Crew Adventures. aka The Adventures of Johnny Canal.