ROW LIKE A CHAMPION

FEEL BETTER. MOVE BETTER. ROW FASTER.

Follow our custom programs that target areas that will help keep you rowing on the water or in the gym whether you’re a junior, collegiate, elite or masters rower

ROWING PERFORMANCE ANALYSIS

All clients begin with a 1-on-1 assessment to identify problem areas that can be improved for better connection and posture while rowing. We assess every rower’s land and ergometer based movement by looking for any areas of decreases in mobility, strength or stability that can impact rowing stroke.

Our rowing performance assessment may include:

  • Full body mobility screening
  • Assessment of spine rotation and pelvis position and control
  • Assessment of hinge and squat form
  • Assessment of shoulder strength through hand held dynamometer rotator cuff testing, and assessment of upper body push and pull.
  • Assessment of ergometer rowing biomechanics

ROWING SPECIFIC MOBILITY, POWER, AND STRENGTH TRAINING

An efficient stroke translates all generated power to the handle with the least amount of loss of force through breaks in the body’s connection. Efficient and powerful rowing mechanics are developed through a combination of factors such as core connection, control of pelvis positions, stable shoulders, and the ability to generate power to propel the boat through the water.

Our strength training programs utilize sports science testing to help build a program and track progress. Having a strength and mobility program to support ideal rowing positions helps develop and maintain connection for a more effective and powerful stroke.

At Champion, we believe that the most optimal strength and conditioning program for a rower must focus on the above unique needs while also addressing the athlete as a whole to improve overall health.

All of our training programs are customized, based on each person’s unique needs and goals and include:

  • Mobility to allow for efficient rowing mechanics
  • Stability to improve boat feel, maintain shoulder, trunk and knee position
  • Strength to maximize boat speed
  • Power to develop explosive drive speed
  • Endurance to maintain mechanics and performance during practice or race

ROWING PERFORMANCE PHYSICAL THERAPY

We use the information gathered from the Rowing Performance Assessment as well as any history of injuries to develop a comprehensive physical therapy program. Our rowing performance physical therapists can identify any potential areas of concern or rehabilitate an active injury.

Our bodies are also impacted by our posture and daily activities. As we age, this can become cumulative and start to limit rowing stroke positions and power. Is your stroke changing? Is getting in and out of the boat more challenging? 

Using a combination of soft tissue mobility, manual therapy, advanced strengthening, and dynamic stabilization drills, we will work to optimize your body and maximize your rowing stroke to keep you on the water, competing and enjoying rowing.

  • Restore and maintain rowing-specific mobility with manual therapy, soft tissue massage, and flexibility techniques
  • Build a bulletproof back, ribs, core, hips, and shoulders with specific corrective exercises and dynamic stability drills
  • Reduce pain and return from injury with performance-based physical therapy

YOUR
SUCCESS IS
OUR PRIORITY

We don’t just say “train like the pros.” We actually train the pros.

 

We train you using the same technology, practices and mentality that we do our professional athletes. Our clients range from competitive marathoners, golfers and rowers, to weekend warriors, fitness enthusiasts and more!

WHAT PEOPLE WHO HAVE WORKED WITH US HAVE TO SAY.

As a masters rower, working with the team at Champion has kept me strong, reduced injuries and improved my performance- all essential for my rowing plan into my 90s!
Janice Hayes- ChaMasters Rower
Lisa and the team at Champion helped me fine tune, correct, and strengthen muscular weaknesses and imbalances that I have struggled to fix my entire rowing career. Working with the team at Champion has helped me become the fastest and fittest version of myself yet and reach goals I never thought I’d be able to attain.
Chloe LewisHP Rower
Champion and their staff have elevated my body's capabilities as an elite rower. From physical therapy to keep me mobile and pliable, to strength training which has increased my explosiveness and power. I feel more ready than I ever have, to compete at the highest level in my sport in pursuit of Olympic goals. I love the team that I have at Champion!
Ian RichardsonUS National Team Rower
Training at Champion was a critical part of making my first US National team. A unique feature of Champion is that you can get strength coaching and physical therapy under the same roof - so you can actually address the root causes of the limiting factors to your biomechanical performance. If you’re serious about your athletic ambitions, I’d strongly recommend joining Team Champion
Mats TerwieschUS National Team Rower
My daughters had two very different injuries and Lisa had two very customized solutions for each. Both my girls still see Lisa and her team on a regular basis when they need some help with their workouts or the other bumps and bruises that come along with competitive athletics. Additionally, they also have the tools they need to help themselves. Lisa and her team have been critical in getting my girls back to concentrating on the things they enjoy most rather than the frustration injuries and setbacks. I recommend her to everyone who asks me and would recommend that you use her as well.
Kim DargonBelmont, MA
Lisa has been instrumental in helping me to continue rowing after college. Before seeing Lisa, I was suffering from constant pain in my lower back. Every training session was painful, and I hadn’t slept more than 2-3 consecutive hours in months because the injury would wake me up every time I moved. Lisa is a great listener and she helped me through the acute phase of the injury, then designed a maintenance plan to help prevent the problem from recurring. Since starting with Champion, I’ve missed far fewer sessions due to injury, and am now much better equipped to work towards my long-term rowing goals. I’ve been to a number of PTs over the years, but Lisa is the one I continue to recommend to teammates, friends and family. I even sent my own mother to Lisa! Five stars, 10/10.
Libby BoghossianMasters Rower
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110 Clematis Ave

Waltham, MA 02453

617-992-2984

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