Lehigh University Athletics
Informational meeting on LU rowing set for Aug. 27
8/15/2008 12:00:00 AM | Men's Rowing, Women's Rowing
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BETHLEHEM, Pa. – The Lehigh Rowing program will hold an informational meeting for students interested in trying out for the 2008-09 team on Wednesday, August 27 in Neville I beginning at 4:00. The meeting is open to all Lehigh students; no prior rowing experience is necessary. During the meeting, the Lehigh coaching staff will explain what being a member of the Lehigh Rowing program involves and outline the tryout procedure. Anyone interested in learning more about rowing is encouraged to attend.
For more information on joining the rowing program, or if anyone cannot attend the meeting, please contact the Lehigh Rowing office at 610-758-4511 or email Assistant Coach Andrew Schneider at ans608@lehigh.edu.
Rowing is a low impact sport utilizing all major muscle groups. The benefits of rowing span well beyond the realm of many other aerobic activities such as biking and running due to the use of not only the legs but the arms, back and abdominal muscles as well. The range of motion necessary for a good stroke also lends itself to improved flexibility. Research has shown that rowing burns calories faster than biking at the same perceived level of exertion. Due to the nature of the sport, rowing is a life long activity with many former collegiate rowers continuing to compete in masters divisions across the country.
