Last updated: 3 August 2026
Reviewed by Jordan Makin, FA Level 2 Football Coach
Rowing training zones
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| Option | British Rowing UT2/AT Training Plan | Structured zone-based rowing programmes from British Rowing coaches. | Check price → |
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Frequently asked questions
What zone should I row in most?
UT2 (the easiest zone) for 70-80% of total rowing volume. This builds aerobic base without excessive fatigue. The most common mistake is rowing UT1/AT on 'easy' days — too hard to recover from, too easy to produce strong adaptation.