Rowing Performance Calculator

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2K Erg Time

Enter your best 2000m rowing machine (erg) time. This is the standard distance for rowing performance assessment.

2K Erg Test

The 2000m rowing test is the gold standard for measuring rowing fitness. It's used by rowing clubs, colleges, and national teams worldwide to assess and compare rowing performance.

Split Time

Split time is your pace per 500 meters. It's the most common way to measure rowing intensity and is displayed on most rowing machines during workouts.

Training Zones

Training zones help you train at the right intensity for different adaptations. Each zone targets specific energy systems and physiological improvements.

Power Output

Watts measure the power you generate while rowing. Higher wattage indicates greater force and speed, directly correlating with rowing performance.

Rowing Training Zones Guide

Zone 1 - Active Recovery

Intensity: Very Easy

Split: +20-25 seconds from 2K

Purpose: Recovery, technique work, warm-up

Duration: 20-60 minutes

Zone 2 - Aerobic Base

Intensity: Easy

Split: +15-20 seconds from 2K

Purpose: Aerobic capacity, fat burning

Duration: 30-90 minutes

Zone 3 - Aerobic Threshold

Intensity: Moderate

Split: +10-15 seconds from 2K

Purpose: Lactate threshold, endurance

Duration: 20-60 minutes

Zone 4 - Lactate Threshold

Intensity: Hard

Split: +5-10 seconds from 2K

Purpose: VO2 max, race pace

Duration: 8-40 minutes

Zone 5 - Anaerobic Power

Intensity: Very Hard

Split: 2K pace or faster

Purpose: Anaerobic power, speed

Duration: 30 seconds - 8 minutes