BLUF Development of bio-motor qualities within the strength & conditioning program, such as maximal force expression, the rate of force development, and appropriate tissue tolerance and range of movement, may support 2,000m rowing performance. ABSTRACT Rowing performance across 2,000m is determined by a multitude of physiological factors and the ability to execute the rowing stroke with technical efficiency. The primary determinants of performance are power at maximal oxygen consumption ((VO) _2max), peak power output, and power at 2 & 4 mmol/L of blood lactate. The current paper aims to de-construct rowing performance to develop an S&C technical framework and establish the key avenues for impact or objectives. This may be critical for decision-making regarding programming by outlining the bio-motor qualities contributing to performance. The technical framework was developed via an in-depth needs analysis conducted by reviewing the existing body of literature within rowing, the author's knowledge of underpinning sciences (i.e., physiology, biomechanics, and functional anatomy), and collaboration with the multi-disciplinary team (i.e., the technical coach and physiotherapist). The established objectives for S&C support were: 1) contributing towards maximizing peak power output; 2) supporting the development of stroke efficiency; and 3) contributing towards the reduction of injury occurrence as well as increasing the tolerance towards overall training load. It was identified that bio-motor qualities such as maximal force expression (Fmax) and rate of force development (RFD) and an appropriate range of movement and tissue tolerance developed through the S&C program may interact together to achieve these objectives. The targeted bio-motor qualities were developed through training methods such as heavy and explosive strength training and work capacity training. Phase potentiation was used, with Fmax and tissue tolerance developed in the general preparation phase, before an RFD focus in the specific preparation and competition phases.
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