Head of the Charles Results

October 24, 2009

We want to congratulate all of Coach Kaehler clients who participated at the Head of the Charles on October 17-18, 2009.

Michael Stolper – Grand Master’s Single –  1st place

This is the second year (2008, 2009 gold medal winner) Coach Kaehler has helped Michael to a 1st place finish.  Michael is the only athlete in this event who won medals in both 2008 and 2009.  Great job Michael!!!

Bridget Gribben  – Youth Double – 2nd place

Bridget rows on the water for Molly Konopka at Episcopal Academy and had a great year to date.  Coach Kaehler has assisted Bridget with her strength training program and additional ergometer work beyond her regular training plan from Molly.  Congratulations to Bridget, Emily and Molly

Jamie Koven, Rich Caputo, and Porter Collins – Championship Eight – 14th place

The Brown Alumni 8+ fared well in the championship eight placing ahead of many top college programs.   This race is now loaded with many National Team Boats.  These guys had one practice before the event and it seemed to go fast.

Strength Training for Rowers – Athletes and Coaches – November 22, 2009

October 15, 2009

Coach Kaehler is offering a one day seminar on ” Strength Training for Rowers” which is a great hands on seminar for any athlete or coach who wants to improve their knowledge of strength training, and how structural imbalances effect performance both in the gym and on the water. Please go the “Camps and Clinics” page for more details!! Limited to (8) participants SIGN-UP now!!


Strength Training for Rowers – Athletes and Coaches, November 22nd 2009

October 15, 2009

Coach Kaehler is offering a one day seminar on ” Strength Training for Rowers” which is a great hands on seminar for any athlete or coach who wants to improve their knowledge of strength training, and how structural imbalances effect performance both in the gym and on the water. Please go the “Camps and Clinics” page for more details!! Limited to (8) participants SIGN-UP now!!

Strength Training for Rowers, November 22nd and December 13th , 2009

October 15, 2009

8:00 –         8:30    –    Meet and light breakfast

8:30 –         9:45     –   Power Point lecture: Basic structural imbalances and corrective movements (with basic anatomy review)

9:45 –        11:30     –   Class participation of how to identify imbalances and correct them with hands -on to teach proper technique

11: 30 –      12:00   –   Morning review of concepts reviewed and how these relate directly to rowing.

12:00 –      1:00      –   Lunch

1:00 –        2:00    –     Power Point lecture on the basics of lifting and rowing bio- mechanics  and how they directly relate

2:00 –      3:30    –      Gym – technique instruction on proper lifting mechanics with emphasis on rowing related strength training.

3:30-       4:00    –      Putting it all together  in the gym – demonstration of what gym exercises directly correlate to the rowing stroke

Participants will go from erg to strength training exercises and see how they connect.

4:00  –       4:30    –    Basics of sports nutrition and how they relate to effective recovery from training.  Basic of daily nutrition

4:30 –        5:00   –    Review of program concepts and how they can be applied to your program!


SIGN -UP NOW!! Only (2) SPOTS REMAIN!!!


Strength Training for Rowers – Athletes and Coaches – November 22nd, 2009

October 11, 2009

This one day seminar will be limited to (8) eight participants please go to the “Camps and Clinics” page for more details.

November 22, 2009 -Strength Training for Rowing – One Day Seminar for Coaches and Athletes

October 11, 2009

(1) ONE SPOT REMAINS

Strength Training for Rowing – One Day Seminar for Coaches and Athletes

Wrightstown, PA – November 22, 2009 (30 min. to Princeton 40 min. to Philly)

This comprehensive one day seminar is designed for athletes and coaches at all levels, who are interested in improving their individual or team’s performance.  This event includes a comprehensive power point lecture on strength training, and how flexibility and strength imbalances will affect each individuals rowing performance.

  • Power point lecture (morning): Will include anatomy and structural imbalances as related to rowing, and how imbalances affect rowing and lifting performance.
  • Power point lecture (afternoon): Will include the bio-mechanics of strength training and rowing, and will discuss how the two can be directly correlated with proper implementation.
  • Strength Training: Hands-on review of bio-mechanics and lifting technique in the gym with class participation, including key points and safe effective exercises instruction.
  • Hands-on instruction:  How to identify individual athlete inflexibility, and explanations of why they will limit rowing performance.
  • Hands-on instruction:  How to perform basic stretching techniques that improve rowing mobility and performance.
  • Participation on the ergometer/weights:  Demonstration of specific exercises that directly tie in strength training to the rowing stroke.
  • Discussion of how to set up your gym or training area.
  • Basic strength training program design ideas.
  • Basics of sports nutrition aiding in effective recovery from training
  • Each participant will receive a copy of the Power Point lecture

Included in this one day clinic are several hands on teaching sessions which will assist in learning proper lifting techniques and related bio-mechanics, as well as demonstrations on how imbalances can be corrected.  Emphasis will also be placed on how correct strength training and flexibility exercises can improve power development of the rowing stroke.  We will also review the basics of sport nutrition as it relates to recovery from training, and summarize the concepts covered in the clinic.  This clinic will set a strong foundation for future strength training and remove myths often heard about its safety.  This class is ideal for those looking to improve overall performance and learn how to train far more effectively.

Class size is limited to (8) participants for the all day clinic to allow for effective hands on coaching instruction for each individual.  In addition spot are also available to attend the lecture(s) only.   There is (1) FINAL SPOT!!!

Go to the “Camps and Clinics” page for more details about this event.

**Coach Kaehler (bio) has been a physical therapist for 18 years, a certified strength and conditioning specialist (CSCS) for 12 years and a USAW Sports Coach for (4) four years. Please contact Coach Kaehler for more details.

Please refer to the schedule to see the tentative layout for the day.

When:            November 22nd, 2009

Time:              8:30 to 5:00 pm

Location:      Transcend Sports Training Facility in Wrightstown, PA (30 minutes from Princeton, 35 minutes from Philadelphia)

SIGN-UP NOW For the ALL DAY CLINIC clinic as these (8) spots will fill quickly!!!  THERE IS ONLY ONE(1) SPOT LEFT!!

SIGN-UP NOW –  LECTURE ONLY (Morning Session)  – “Structural Imbalances Identification and Correction”

SIGN-UP NOWLECTURE ONLY (Afternoon Session)  –  “Proper Mechanics of Strength Training”


2010 – CRASH-B Winter Training Camp – Wrightstown, PA

October 11, 2009

Coach Kaehler is setting up a winter training camp in preparation for the CRASH-B sprints.  This program will include one to two coached session per week in a small class setting.  These sessions will include a strength training component and an erg component.  Also available is individual program development for the CRASH-B’s which will blend with the above program.  At this time the CRASH-B Winter Training Camp is tentative  and will move forward depending upon demand.  The class size will be limited to 6-8 rowers. More details about this program will be posted in the next several days, or please feel free to contact Coach Kaehler directly for more details.

This program will be conducted at the Transcend Sports Training Facility in Wrightstown, PA (30 minutes from Princeton and 35 minutes from Philadelphia).  All levels are welcome!

Concept 2 – Direct to You Forum: Making the Most of Your Ergs and Oars, November 14th and 15th, 2009

October 6, 2009

Coach Kaehler will be a featured speaker this coming November 14th and 15th at the Olympic Oval in Richmond, British Columbia.  Concept 2 the world class manufacture of rowing ergometers and oars is hosting this free event “Direct to you Forum: Making the most of Your Ergs and Oars” for it customers.  Coach Kaehler may be availiable to do his “structural evaluations” once the Concept 2 schedule is set for the local rowing public.  Please contact Coach Kaehler for more details.

Head of the Charles Regatta, October 16-17th, 2009

October 6, 2009

Coach Kaehler will be in Boston for the Head of the Charles Regatta on Friday October 16th and Saturday October 17th.  He will be available to Structural Evaluations on Friday Evening or Saturday morning for those interested.  He will be able to come to your location in the Boston area to do your evaluation.  Please contact Coach Kaehler if interested.

Concept 2 – Vancouver, Canada

October 1, 2009

Coach Kaehler will be one of the lecturers at an invitation only event held by C0ncept 2 in Vancouver, Canada.  He will be presenting on strength training concepts as they relate to rowing.  The lecture will emphasize  proper conditioning and training techniques as they relate to the Concept 2 rowing machine, and how to get the most out of what you are doing when using the ergometer.

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