After talking a little about the physiology of the respiratory system, Professor Alison McConnell emphasises why a good breathing techniques is at the centre of good rowing technique and explains why respiratory limitations to exercise have achieved newfound credibility within sport science.

Professor McConnell goes on to provide information about how breathing and rowing interact and then looks in more detail at the physiological limits imposed by breathing as well as the lesser know mechanical limitations.

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