Improving Your Rowing Erg Time: A Guide for 15-Year-Olds

Question
I just turned 15 and weigh 187lbs.
My best erg time is 6:36. If I was to improve this time what
would be required of me?

Answer
Hi Martyn: Your 2K time is extraordinary.  Per the Concept II Online Rankings, you are in the Top 5% to 10%.

You are exceptionally large for a 15-year old.  You are most likely going to get taller, heavier and stonger.  You are also going to be a more experienced row, which should help shave off seconds.

To maintain your standing as you get into your late teens,you will need to row below 6:30.  But I think you have the potential to do that.

Good Luck/AP