Erg Inspiration: Dean Smith's indoor rowing world record at 95 years old

Marlene talks to Hans Brunner and Dean Smith about erg racing | Faster Masters Rowing Radio - the podcast for masters rowers. https://fastermastersrowing.com/podcast Support this show with a donation https://fastermastersrowing.com/podcast Timestamps 00:00 Introduction 01:35 This Past Week - what we do to advocate for masters rowing Erg Racing Webinar announcement 03:00 Welcome to Hans Brunner, 71, and Dean Smith, 95, training partners 03:25 Hans tells about his rowing background and about being part of the first generation of masters rowers 08:30 The formation of their current erg training group 09:30 The importance of motivation from the group and having accountability partners 13:13 Dean Smith introduces himself 14:25 Dean started rowing at 80 at the Rocky Mountain Rowing Club 16:05 Dean tells about his first on the water experience in the boat, racing, and international competition 20:15 How Dean started erg racing 21: 55 Preparation for his world record row at the Huntsman World Senior Games 24:50 Dean trains every day; likes high intensity work 27:40 Dean’s warm up and how he paced his race 31:40 Importance of discipline in your race 33:50 The toughest part of the race 35:26 The start 36:55 Getting ready for Crash-B’s next 37:25 Dean’s tips for longevity in training 40:50 Importance of individual goals 42:20 Dean say coaching is key 42:45 The importance of rest 44:10 Dean says he is still learning at 95 Huntsman World Senior Games (Indoor rowing results) Oct 4, 2021 To Oct 16, 2021, St George, Utah (USA) Hosted By: Huntsman World Senior Games Dean Smith: First place, setting a new world record by more than 30 seconds in the 95-99 year-old lightweight men 2000m event, which earned him the Overall Championship award. In addition, Dean won gold in the 5000m event, held the previous day.