5K Every Day | RowAlong (11 Dec 2025)

5K Every Day - Episode 2: Music, Barbers & FlexingWelcome back to your daily rowing companion! Episode 2 finds me with a bit of a cold but still committed to our morning 5K together - because that's what we do.What to Expect This Episode: Fresh off a much-needed haircut (no more Wolverine look!), I'm back to "respectable John" as we row through another easy 21-minute session. Today's chat covers the bizarre world of Scottish barbers, a quick technique breakdown, and thoughts on why sometimes you just need to move without chasing numbers.Today's Topics:The mystery of 15 barbers on one street (and why they all only take cash)My £20 haircut experience at Jazz CutsHow production music works in TV editing (spoiler: no Taylor Swift)Technique reminder: arms, tilt, knees - then push with your legsWhy I'm doing this at 7am with a chest coldThe Format Reminder: This is my actual morning 5K row, filmed as it happens. Zone 2 pace (around 18 strokes per minute), casual conversation, and absolutely no performance pressure. Just company for your morning workout.Pro tip: Stay a day behind the uploads so there's always a fresh row waiting for you in the morning.Perfect for: Easy recovery days, building consistent habits, or just having someone to chat with while you get your body moving.Find more indoor rowing workouts, training plans, and rowing technique guides at rowalong.comWatch the full video versions on YouTube: youtube.com/@rowalong Join the community: facebook.com/groups/rowalongInstagram: @rowalong_workouts RowAlong is a free follow-along rowing workout podcast for indoor rowers of all levels. Every session is time-based and works on any rowing machine — Concept2, WaterRower, Hydrow, NordicTrack, or any gym rower. Press play. Strap in. Let's RowAlong. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.