Last Stroke Counts
Join us as we dive into the captivating world of rowing and business where we discuss and showcase links between the two. We chat with athletes, coaches and former rowers who share their personal experiences, expert advice, and hard-earned wisdom. Whether you're a seasoned rower or just curious about the sport, we'll keep you captivated as we explore the challenges, triumphs, and stories that make rowing such an incredible sport and discuss how they translate into life after the sport.
Episodes
Born to Win, Forged in Gold - Rowing's Greatest Olympian - Sir Steve Redgrave
Catch our chat with Britain's most successful rower of all time - Sir Steve Redgrave - celebrating 100th episode of Last Stroke Counts rowing podcast, with a live audience, hosted by Maidenhead Rowing Club, for their 150 year anniversary.
Legends Talk @ River & Rowing Museum
An uncut version of the talk at the River & Rowing Museum in Henley-on-Thames, organised by Alex Partridge and hosted by Martin Cross on 20/03/2025.'Stories from the Boat' - a first insight from some of the greatest races and fastest boats across the years. An Unmissable Evening of Rowing Rivalry, Evolution, and Inspiration. - What has changed in rowing across the decades? - How do pas
Bleeding Excellence with Headington's Performance Director Ryan Demaine
We sat down with the Performance Director of Headington School in Oxford, and GB U19 Discipline Lead, Ryan Demaine, to talk about building one of the most successful school programmes over the last two decades, facilitating an environment where the athletes can be their best, inspiring excellence and why developing athletes goes so much further beyond the current season, year on year.
Navigating the Schoolboy Rowing Scene with Olympian Sam Townsend
We sat down with the Director of Rowing at Radley College and double Olympian who has been leading the programme of a hugely successful schoolboy rowing team for a decade - Sam Townsend. Radley has most recently won the National Schools Regatta after 25 years of gold drought. We discussed the nature of multifaceted challenges that come with running a squad of 150+ athletes and how to prepare them
Consistency, Physiotherapy & Having Fun with Olympian Tom Barras
We sat down with a double Olympian and silver medallist from the Tokyo Games in GB's first ever quad sculling medal at the Olympics to discuss the journey through the sport, why having fun daily actually makes you go way faster than taking everything too seriously, the power of consistency and staying on the program, winning a bronze medal at senior world championships in the single sculls and
What Actually Makes The Boat Go Faster with Olympic Champion & Author Ben Hunt-Davis
We caught up with Ben Hunt-Davis ahead of the newest release of his new book "Will It Make The Boat Go Faster?" and to explore his rowing story of competing across three Olympic Games to ultimately winning a gold medal in Sydney 2000 Olympics with the GB Men's Eight. We also touched upon Ben's work in the world of business consulting and his role as a Steward for Henley Royal Reg
Creating a Community with Olympian Toby Garbett
We sat down with the owner of TG Gym & Wellness, Olympian & multiple World Champion Toby Garbett to find out his rowing story, what it was like competing at the Athens 2004 Olympics, how Toby became a community gym owner and accidentally ended up representing New Zealand in world coastal rowing championships.
Exploring Psychology of Performance with Ben Tipney
Catch our chat with Ben who is a former GB & Leander lightweight, international coach and now delivers consulting, performance & psychology workshops in the medical industry. We've explored what psychological ingredients induce consistent performance.
Inducing High Performance in Teams with Head of BBC, Ex-Google & Olympian Matt Brittin
Catch our chat from last summer with Olympian Matt Brittin delving into his career in sports as well as business, exploring what made him incredibly successful in all domains and sharing the lessons of leading, nurturing and inducing high performance in teams (sports & business). Matt is now the new head of BBC and former chief of Google.
From Special Forces to Representing GB in Rowing with Ben Gallagher
Catch our chat from last summer with Ben Gallagher, who's served in the UK Armed Forces for 16 years and is now a World Champion representing GB in Rowing.
The Boat Race 2026 Debrief with Luca Ferraro & Annie Anezakis
Discussing the events of the 2026 Oxford vs Cambridge Boat Race
Why Listening to Your Body is Critical with Ertan Hazine
Talking through dangers of ignoring your limits in endurance sports.
Chasing Gold While Building a Business with Miles Beeson
We caught up with the man behind Feather'n'Square Miles Beeson earlier this year to find out what it's like training for gold in the senior GB squad whilst building a successful brand in rowing. Tune in for great insights on entrepreneurship and being a world-class athlete.Get The Rowers Hand Care Kit and help support Miles on his journey to the LA2028 Olympics 🤞https://feathernsquare.com/products
Effective Ways of Combating RED-S and Low Energy in Rowing with Gosia Bieniek & Susie Dear
In this episode we sit down with Gosia Bieniek from Light Blue Clinic & Susie Dear former GB rower in a panel to discuss how nutrition and training around the menstrual cycle can aid the performance.Light Blue Clinic has just released a course for individuals and organisations to make the most of the information provided here and below. View the courses here: https://www.lightblue.clinic/chall
Getting Ready for Henley with @HenleyRoyalRegatta's New Chair Richard Phelps OLY
A Chat with the new Chair of Henley Royal Regatta at the Regatta HQ just ahead of the 2025 Event, listen to the backstory of Richard, his experiences at Cambridge, umpiring, becoming a HRR Steward to now becoming Chair. Episode is packed full of interesting, technical anecdotes & insights plus updates on what's to come in the future. Enjoy!
Inside the World of The Sinkovic Brothers
Catch up with the Sinkovic Brothers in Zagreb talking about their career, success, winning three Olympic games, how to make every boat go fast, plans for the future and many more exclusive insights!
Chasing Discomfort with Sam Mottram
Fascinating chat with former GB Rower Sam outlining his rowing model, career, journey of trying to qualify for the Olympics in the lightweight double plus many more interesting insights and exclusive rowing tips.
Becoming the Forever Champion with Olympian Emily Craig
Hear the incredible story of Emily Craig who has won a gold medal in the lightweight double sculls in Paris and became the forever Olympic Champion
Nought to Sixty with Cedol Dafydd
We caught up with Cedol to discuss his rapid rise to the top of the sport and first experiences in the GB rowing team.
The Boat Race 2025 Debrief with Angus Groom & Seb Benzecry
Discussing the events of The 2025 Oxford v Cambridge Boat Race
Process Setting with Dave Bell
Dave Bell back for 4th time
Gliding Forward with Rowing Solutions
All about quality with Cam & Simon
The Art of Telling a Rowing Story with Camilla Hadland-Horrocks
Using Your Window Of Opportunity with Dan Boddington
Own Your Mindset with Olympic Champion Rosie Popa
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In this episode of Last Stroke Counts, we sit down once again with Olympic Champion, Rosie Popa.
On the topic of Olympics & pursuing new goals, we delve deep into the transition from being an elite athlete to finding new passions in the world of career and business.
We explore a number of topics including imposter syndrome, deal
Paris 2024 Olympics Debrief with Jack Beaumont
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In this episode of Last Stroke Counts, we sit down with Olympic silver medallist, Henley Royal Regatta 9-time winner & commentator, returning guest — Jack Beaumont — to debrief the Paris 2024 Olympics.
We dive deep into Jack’s experience commentating & spect
Balancing Life & Rowing with Alexandra Wenyon
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In this episode of Last Stroke Counts, we sit down with Alexandra Wenyon, a Henley Royal Regatta winner, GB, Wales, and Australia representative, who has mastered the art of balancing a full-time career with elite rowing. Alexandra shares her journey through the '
Building Successful Squads with Ali Brown
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In this episode of Last Stroke Counts, we have the privilege of chatting with Ali Brown, a distinguished coach at Leander Club and a former GB lightweight. Ali shares his extensive experience in developing top-tier rowing & sculling squads, detailing the strategi
Everything You Need To Know About Telemetry with Kieran Clark
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In this episode of Last Stroke Counts, we are excited to host another returning guest — Kieran Clark for a deep dive into the world of rowing telemetry. Kieran Clark, renowned for his analytical approach and successful coaching strategies, shares everything you need
Olympic Passion, Grit & Gold Strokes of Andrew Triggs Hodge
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In this special episode of Last Stroke Counts, we resume our captivating chat with Triple Olympic Champion and rowing legend Andrew Triggs Hodge. Andrew shares with us the latter half of his career, taking us through the strategic moves, challenges, barriers and inte
The Light Blueprint to Success with Cambridge’s President Seb Benzecry
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In this episode of Last Stroke Counts, we are joined by Seb Benzecry, the president of Cambridge University Boat Club and a three-time Boat Race champion. We delve into his rowing journey, from his early days at St Paul's School & GB Junior vests to rowing at
Coxing to the Next Level with WOX Mentors Matilda Horn & Autumn Mantell
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In this episode of Last Stroke Counts, we sit down with two remarkable WOX mentors - Olympian Matilda Horn and U23 Medalist Autumn Mantell, both of whom have made significant contributions as Cambridge Universi
Love Rowing's Vision with the Foundation Director Rebecca Gibson
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In this episode of Last Stroke Counts, we sit down with the foundation director of Love Rowing charity, Rebecca Gibson. Despite not being a rower herself, Rebecca shares how she got involved with the rowing charity and how her extensive experience in other sports tra
We Row Like This: Rowing in Action with Alexandra Hambro
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Digging Deep with Triple Olympic Champion Andrew Triggs Hodge
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In this episode of Last Stroke Counts, we are thrilled to host the triple Olympic gold medallist and a titan of rowing, Andrew Triggs Hodge. Andrew takes us on a journey from his first strokes in rowing to standing atop the Olympic podium, and now to his influential
Voice of Rowing: Behind the Mic with Olympic Commentator Robert Treharne Jones
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In this episode of Last Stroke Counts, we dive into the world of sports commentary with the Olympic commentator Robert Treharne Jones, also known as the Voice of Rowing. With a career spanning over four decades, Robert has been the definitive voice at the last four O
The Voyage So Far: A 1500+ Subscriber Special on Last Stroke Counts
In this episode of Last Stroke Counts, we take a moment to celebrate reaching over 1500 subscribers! Join us in our brand new podcast studio, as we break down our episodes so far, sorting them by themes and offering first-hand recommendations suited for all our listeners.
This episode serves as an excellent starting point for new listeners and a nostalgic trip for our long-time followers. We refl
From Student to Master with Oxford Women's Chief Allan French
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In this episode of Last Stroke Counts, we're thrilled to sit down with Allan French, the current Chief Coach of the Oxford University Women's Boat Club and a renowned figure in British Rowing. Allan takes us through his unique journey from being a student row
Getting the Most out of Yourself with Olympic Champion Rosie Popa
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In this episode of Last Stroke Counts, we delve into the remarkable journey of Rosie Popa, an Olympic Champion who won the Women’s Four event for Australia at the Tokyo Olympics and is currently enriching her academic prowess adding Oxford University to California Be
Leading the Dark Blue Revolution with Oxford’s President Ella Stadler
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In this episode of Last Stroke Counts, we sit down with the President of the Oxford University Boat Club Ella Stadler.
Ella offers an inside look into her journey from being a novice college rower to taking up the leadership role, managing the challenges and expect
Forging an Olympic Mindset with Rick Egington, Part 2
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In this episode of Last Stroke Counts, we continue our discussion with double Olympic medallist Rick Egington.
Rick shares the intricacies of developing a formidable Olympic mindset, reflecting on his illustrious career from the thrill of his first Olympic Games in
Olympic Origins of Rick Egington, Part 1
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In this episode of Last Stroke Counts, we delve into the rowing journey of double Olympian and multiple World Champion, Rick Egington. In Part 1, Rick shares the pivotal moments and lessons learned on his path to Olympic glory, beginning with his early days and leadi
Exploring Club Rowing Scene with Stuart Heap
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In this episode of Last Stroke Counts, we explore the world of club rowing with Stuart Heap, the chief coach of London Rowing Club. Stuart shares his journey from being an athlete to being in charge, detailing the shifts and leadership decisions that have revitalised
Stroke by Stroke: Strategy, Setbacks & Success with Seb Devereux
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In this episode of Last Stroke Counts, we are joined by Seb Devereux, a former U23 World Champion, multiple Henley Royal Regatta victor, and a prominent member of the GB Rowing Team. Seb shares his journey through the world of competitive rowing, from the serene wate
Light Blue Clinic: Cryotherapy, S&C and Injury Prevention with Milosz Wrobel & Gosia Bieniek
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In this episode of Last Stroke Counts, we dive into the world of rowing innovations and performance with Milosz Wrobel and Gosia Bieniek from Cambridge's Light Blue Clinic.
Milosz and Gosia share their extensive background in sports science, conditioning and ost
The Boat Race 2024 Debrief with Imogen Grant & Erin Kennedy
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In this special anniversary episode of Last Stroke Counts, we're privileged to host an in-depth debrief of The Boat Race 2024, featuring none other than Imogen Grant and Erin Kennedy. Both are flagship members of the GB Rowing Team and bring their unique perspect
The Boat Race Preview, Anti-Doping & Umpiring with Olympian Sarah Winckless MBE
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In this episode of Last Stroke Counts, we are honoured to have Sarah Winckless MBE, a figure whose contributions to rowing span from athletic prowess to distinguished roles in Olympic Associations, umpiring, commentating and anti-doping. As a double World Champion, t
Beyond the Finish Line with Olympian Ollie Cook
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In this episode of Last Stroke Counts, we sit down with Ollie Cook, a World Champion, Boat Race winner, and Tokyo Olympian whose journey through rowing is inspiring.
Ollie shares the highs and lows of a career that saw him at the heart of the GB Men's Four in the dramatic final at Tokyo 2021. Beyond the details of that race, he takes us deeper into hi
Unlocking Female Power: Physiology-Informed Training with Gosia Bieniek
In this episode of Last Stroke Counts, we delve into a groundbreaking topic with the co-owner of Light Blue Clinic, Strength & Conditioning coach for the Cambridge University Boat Club men's squad, and an expert in female physiology Gosia Bieniek.
Gosia shares her insights into the unique challenges and opportunities presented by the female body's response to training, particularly co
The Coaching Mind of Ross Hunter
In this episode of Last Stroke Counts, we're thrilled to sit down with Ross Hunter, the Chief Women's Coach at Leander Club, renowned for his remarkable philosophy and track record. He brings to the table a wealth of rowing wisdom, an unparalleled understanding of the rowing stroke, and a long list of athletes he’s helped elevate into the GB Rowing Team.
Ross, who modestly plays down his
Linking Sports & Business with PureGym CEO, Humphrey Cobbold
In this episode of Last Stroke Counts, we delve into the world of sports and business with Humphrey Cobbold, the CEO of PureGym, the largest and most successful gym chain in the UK. Humphrey shares insights into the transferable skills between sports and business, emphasising leadership, team dynamics, and the innovative mindset that has propelled PureGym to the forefront of the fitness scene.
We
Dropping the Struggle with Psychologist Dr. Alison Maitland
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In this episode of Last Stroke Counts, we delve into the mental aspect of rowing with a sports psychologist Dr. Alison Maitland, co-author of her latest book — ”Drop the Struggle." Dr. Maitland shares her journey into the world of rowing, unravelling why this sport offers a unique canvas for psychological exploration.
Drawing from her recent book
The Evolution of Rowing with Olympic Champion Martin Cross, Part 2
In this episode of Last Stroke Counts, we bring you the 2nd part of our chat with Martin Cross. We continue our deep dive into the illustrious career of an Olympic champion and the renowned voice of rowing.
Martin shares the latter half of his journey, from competing in his third and fourth Olympics to his seamless transition into the world of commentating.
Reflecting on the evolution of rowing
From Moscow to LA: Olympic Tales of Martin Cross, Part 1
In this episode of Last Stroke Counts, we are honoured to host a true rowing luminary, Martin Cross, a quadruple Olympian, Olympic Champion, and the esteemed voice of World Rowing. Martin, with his iconic voice, has been at the heart of rowing commentary, bringing races to life for fans around the globe. His journey through the sport offers a unique window into the evolution of rowing over the pas
Breaking New Barriers with The People's Champion, Dave Bell
In this episode of Last Stroke Counts, we are thrilled to welcome back our beloved returning guest, The People's Champion, Dave Bell. Known for his remarkable rowing career and insightful perspectives, Dave shares his experiences and advice on life after rowing, preparing for the transition, and setting new challenges.
Dave delves into what rowers can do during their careers to better prepare
Roundtable Stories with Alex Partridge, Al Heathcote & Ben Lewis
In this episode of Last Stroke Counts, we bring you a delightful roundtable panel of Brookes rowing legends Alex Partridge, Al Heathcote & Ben Lewis.
Alex and Al, who clinched silver together at the Beijing Olympics in the men's eight, reunite with Ben to share a treasure trove of hilarious stories from their illustrious rowing careers. Al Heathcote, currently the General Manager of Leand
The Winning Cox Origin Story with Morgan Baynham-Williams & Zoe de Toledo
In this episode of Last Stroke Counts, we delve into the genesis of The Winning Cox (WOX) with 2 of its founding mentors, Morgan Baynham-Williams and Zoe de Toledo, both incredibly accomplished coxes and previous guests on our show.
Morgan and Zoe unravel the origin story of WOX, sharing their motivations for creating a platform dedicated to coxing excellence. They discuss the critical gap in tra
Your Next Henley Trip with Anne Buckingham
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In this episode of Last Stroke Counts, we are joined by Anne Buckingham, the beloved crew liaison of Henley Women's Regatta and an integral member of the Love Rowing charity. Anne, a familiar figure in the rowing community, shares her extensive experience and heartfelt dedication to the sport.
Anne takes us through the
Thinking Outside the Box with Tom Jost
In this episode of Last Stroke Counts, we're excited to sit down with Tom Jost, the Director of Rowing at Claire's Court School. Known as Josty around the circuit, he's not just a respected figure in UK rowing, but also a brilliant coach whose guidance has led to Henley Royal Regatta victories for both boy's and girl's crews at Claire's Court in 2016 & 2022.
Tom shares
River & Rowing Museum: Cultivating Rowing Culture with Steve O'Connor
In this episode of Last Stroke Counts, we sit down with Steve O'Connor, the director of the River & Rowing Museum in Henley-on-Thames. Steve is at the forefront of transforming the institution, bringing a fresh wave of innovation and investment to the world’s largest rowing museum.
Steve shares with us the joys and challenges of running and managing a collection of 35,000+ rowing items. W
Leading the Pack with Matt Aldridge
In this episode of Last Stroke Counts, we're thrilled to sit down with Matt Aldridge, an Oxford Brookes legend, a World and double European Champion in the Men's Four from the GB Rowing Team. Matt's remarkable journey from Henley Royal Regatta triumphs to dominating the 2023 season unbeaten is a story of dedication, skill, and unwavering perseverance.
Matt walks us through his rowing
The Full Rowgear Roundtable
In this special episode of Last Stroke Counts, we bring together a full Rowgear roundtable line-up featuring Morgan Baynham-Williams, Susie Dear, Joshua Bowesman-Jones, and Arthur Clark. This lively panel discussion veers away from our usual format for a bit of that classic rowing chat.
Each panellist brings their own unique perspective to the table. We talked about everything spanning winning, s
The Mothership: Racing Across the Atlantic with Lebby Eyres
In this episode of Last Stroke Counts, we're excited to share our conversation with Lebby Eyres, a former Oxford Blue, accomplished freelance journalist, daring Atlantic rower, and the CEO of The Health Lottery. Her story is one of remarkable versatility, grit and enduring passion for rowing.
Lebby takes us on a journey through her career, starting from the waters of Oxford to the challenges
Relentless: Olympic Rowing, Beach Sprints & Triathlons with Charles Cousins
In this episode of Last Stroke Counts, we're joined by Charles Cousins, an Olympian, World Championship medalist in Beach Sprints, and a true powerhouse in the world of rowing. Known for his incredible strength and resilience, Charles has been a crucial part of the GB Men's Quad, leaving his mark between Beijing & Rio, including the memorable London 2012 Home Games.
Charles walks us t
Active Tools: Technology in Rowing
In this episode of Last Stroke Counts, we sit down with John Ewans and Joe Edwards, the duo behind Active Tools which since 2002 has been at the forefront of developing technology, accessories, and products for the rowing community.
John and Joe guide us through their journey, highlighting the intricacies, challenges and breakthroughs in bringing tech to rowing. We discuss the crucial role of tec
Chasing Excellence with Olympian Imogen Grant
In this episode of Last Stroke Counts, we are joined by the remarkable Imogen Grant who’s an Olympian plus a double World & European Champion and multiple Boat Race winner for the Light Blues. Outside of the sport, she’s a Cambridge alumna and a qualified doctor. Imogen's journey is a testament to her unparalleled dedication and talent in both academics and athletics.
Her story is nothing
Forward Thinking with Ben Wellburn
In this episode of Last Stroke Counts, we're featuring Ben Wellburn, British Rowing Performance Development Coach, who has guided teams like Hereford Cathedral School from underdog status to consistent national contenders. At the helm, he has led his athletes to earning their first GB vests.
Ben's story is one of passion & innovation. In our conversation, Ben unpacks his coaching phil
Leading, Winning & Overcoming with Erin Kennedy
In this episode of Last Stroke Counts, we have the pleasure of speaking with Erin Kennedy, a current Paralympic & World Champion and World Record Holder in PR3 Mix4+. Not just a successful cox at the GB Rowing Team and Leander Club, Erin is also a former Oxford Blue, a mentor with WOX (The Winning Cox), and a recent survivor of breast cancer.
Her journey has been nothing short of remarkable.
The Golden Mindset with Lola Anderson
In this episode of "Last Stroke Counts," we are thrilled to welcome the freshly crowned World Champion in women's quad, Lola Anderson, who has her eyes set on the upcoming 2024 Paris Olympics.
With an impressive collection of accolades, including victories at the Henley Royal Regatta, Wingfield Sculls, and topping the GB Trials in her single scull, Lola is a force to be reckoned wi
Feather n' Square: Rowing at Yale, Entrepreneurship & U23 Gold Medals with Miles Beeson
In this episode of Last Stroke Counts, we dive deep with the co-founder of Feather & Square and three-time U23 World Champion - Miles Beeson. Having rowed at the prestigious Yale and with a collection of gold medals to his name, Miles offers a unique perspective on the rigours and rewards of elite rowing both in the UK and US.
He sheds light on the ethos, discipline, and camaraderie instille
Maximising Performance with Kieran Clark
In the episode of Last Stroke Counts, we’re pleased to chat with Kieran Clark of Clark Performance Rowing who’s a renowned coach that has led numerous crews to victories at World Rowing Championships. Kieran now channels his vast expertise as an online coach, benefiting not just rowers but also people in the CrossFit community.
He provides a goldmine of insights on how to elevate performance, off
Creating a Winning Culture with Cambridge Women's Chief Paddy Ryan
In this episode of Last Stroke Counts, we have the privilege to chat with the Cambridge University Women's Chief Coach, Paddy Ryan. With over a decade of dedicated work at Cambridge, Paddy has not only led his squads to a remarkable clean sweep victory last year but has also ingrained a culture of excellence.
Paddy gives us an insider’s look into what goes into creating a winning machine as w
Finding the Edge with Jack Burns
In this episode of Last Stroke Counts, we connect with the creator of Edge Rowing, Jack Burns. Drawing on his experience rowing for the GB Rowing Team, Jack takes on coaching in the digital realm.
With Edge Rowing, he has transformed the game, empowering busy professionals and passionate rowers alike to improve their techniques, optimise their mindsets, and ultimately, secure more victories.
We
Longevity & Resilience with Olympian Al Sinclair
In this episode of Last Stroke Counts, we're pleased to chat with Alan Sinclair, an Olympian, current Director of Rowing at the University of St. Andrew's, Henley Royal Regatta winner, and a key member of the GB rowing team in the last decade.
Al shares profound insights into the secret sauce of longevity, facing adversities and developing resilience in the sport of rowing whilst enjoying
Return of The People's Champion
In this special episode of Last Stroke Counts, we're thrilled to welcome back the fan-favourite, The People's Champion - Dave Bell. Get ready for a rollercoaster ride of stories, laughter, and rowing wisdom that only Dave can bring.
Dave has an unrivalled knack for storytelling, his tales are both inspiring and full of practical advice sprinkled with that signature Dave Bell humour we'
Project Saudi: Exploring Arabian Waters with Matthew Tarrant
In this episode of Last Stroke Counts, we're pleased to host Matthew Tarrant, a double Olympian, 4 times World Champion and founder of RowElite who's now steering the ship of Saudi Arabia's rowing as Head Coach and Performance Director.
We explore the twists and turns of Matthew’s rich and successful international rowing career, giving insights into training, recovery and mindset whic
Preseason, Hansa Cup & Fantasy Rowing
In the latest episode of Last Stroke Counts, we delve into the thrills of the preseason, the intricacies of rowing language, the ins and outs of GB trials and the share stories about the legendary Hansa Cup.
From recent adventures to the challenges of the sport, this episode captures the chat & banter all in true rowing spirit. We also challenge you to see if you can top our fantasy rowing l
Finding Your Voice with Olympian Zoe de Toledo
In this episode of Last Stroke Counts, we are joined by Zoe de Toledo - an Olympic silver medallist, former GB Rowing Team cox, Oxford Blue and Leander Club member.
From coxing the challenging waters of the Boat Race in 2012 to her memorable time steering for GB in Rio 2016, Zoe provides invaluable insights into the unique role of a cox in top-tier competitions. Beyond the waters, she shares her
Inside The Mind of a Single Sculler with Olympian Vicky Thornley
In this episode of Last Stroke Counts, we sit down for a chat with Olympic silver medallist, a triple Olympian, remarkable member of the GB Rowing Team, and an integral part of the Leander Club - Vicky Thornley.
Vicky offers an intimate look into her rowing journey, emphasising her commitment, drive, and the mental tenacity required to master the art of single sculling.
From the swift transitio
Gold Fever: Success, Wisdom & Olympic Glory with Tim Foster
In this episode of Last Stroke Counts, we are privileged to host Tim Foster, an Olympic gold and bronze medalist, multiple World Champion, Henley Royal Regatta winner, and a star of the legendary Sydney four crew.
A true inspiration and celebrity within the sport, Tim is known for his intellect, wit, and unbreakable spirit that ultimately led him to Olympic glory.
He shares his incredible journ
