Power Intervals 10x200m
By the Watta Team · Updated March 2026
Advanced30 minRowErg
Ten 200-metre intervals at near-maximal power with generous rest. This session develops peak power output and explosive leg drive, targeting the fast-twitch muscle fibres essential for race starts and sprint finishes.
Warm-Up
| Interval | Target Split | Rest | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 min | 2:15-2:25 | - | Easy rowing at 18-20 spm |
| 3 min | 2:00-2:10 | - | Build to firm pressure |
| 4 x 5 strokes | Max power | 30s easy | Prime fast-twitch fibres |
Main Set
| Interval | Target Split | Rest | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 200m | 1:28-1:40 | 1:30 | Rep 1: explosive, 34-38 spm |
| 200m | 1:28-1:40 | 1:30 | Rep 2: match rep 1 power |
| 200m | 1:28-1:40 | 1:30 | Rep 3: consistent power output |
| 200m | 1:28-1:40 | 1:30 | Rep 4: hold form at max effort |
| 200m | 1:28-1:40 | 1:30 | Rep 5: halfway, stay explosive |
| 200m | 1:28-1:40 | 1:30 | Rep 6: fight power fade |
| 200m | 1:28-1:40 | 1:30 | Rep 7: maintain quality |
| 200m | 1:28-1:40 | 1:30 | Rep 8: strong and controlled |
| 200m | 1:28-1:40 | 1:30 | Rep 9: penultimate — push hard |
| 200m | 1:28-1:40 | - | Rep 10: absolute max, best split |
Cool-Down
| Interval | Target Split | Rest | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 min | 2:25+ | - | Easy rowing to recover |
| 2 min | Very easy | - | Light strokes, deep breathing |
Coaching Notes
- +Each 200m takes roughly 25-35 seconds — make every stroke count.
- +The focus is peak wattage, not just fast split. Monitor watts on the PM5 if possible.
- +The 1:30 rest allows substantial but not complete recovery — power should remain high throughout.
- +Rate should be 34-38 spm. At this short distance, high rate is necessary for peak power.
- +If your split degrades by more than 5 seconds from your best rep, the session is done.
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