rowing

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Long Beach is set to host a number of events during the Olympics, including open-water swimming, rowing and sailing.

From Los Angeles Times • May 15, 2026

The 41-year-old is taking on the five-day Into The Unknown challenge - by running, cycling and rowing between Manchester and London - to raise money for children's charity Unicef.

From BBC • May 13, 2026

They use a "flywheel exercise device," similar to a yo-yo, that can allow for aerobics like rowing as well as provide resistance to perform moves like weighted squats and deadlifts.

From Barron's • Apr. 4, 2026

Born in Walton-on-Thames, Surrey, Brittin received a degree from the University of Cambridge, while also rowing for them in the Boat Race three times.

From BBC • Mar. 25, 2026

When we were away from the bank and someone else was rowing and there was nothing more for me to do, I bent over with my head on my knees, my heart in pieces.

From "Code Name Verity" by Elizabeth Wein