1 August 2026

THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN MAXIMUM STRENGTH AND ROWING PERFORMANCE IN ELITE FEMALE ROWERS

Behm, S., Jacobs, M. W., & Schumann, M. (2025). Does Maximum Strength Predict Rowing Performance in Elite Female Rowers?. International Journal of Sports Physiology and Performance, 20(5), 622-628.

By Joe DeLeo

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Understanding the relationship between strength and rowing performance is crucial for optimizing training in this demanding sport. This investigation delves into how maximum strength, specifically in key free-weight exercises, correlates with various measures of rowing ergometer performance among elite female rowers.

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