Start where you are.
Use what you have.
Do what you can.
Career Highlights
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Olympic Diploma Paris 2024 Olympic Games (7th)
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Bronze at European Championships 2023
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Gold at I World Cup 2023
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2x Coastal Rowing and Beach Sprints World Champion (2021, 2022)
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2x 2º in the V8+ NCAA Rowing Championships (2021, 2022)
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16 times National Champion of Spain
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European Junior Champion 1x (2018)
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World Junior Champion 1x (2017)
SWC's fall morning practice
ROWING
Rowing is based on the repetition of concatenated segments over and over again. Rowing is all about seeking the perfect stroke; a flawless movement, at the exact right time, in unison with everything surrounding yourself.
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Rowing is great for fitness, but it also taught me how to confront issues I encountered later in life.
– Arthur Ashe
Values I internalized as a byproduct of rowing
Rowing is all about the intrinsic motivation to push yourself as hard as you can for as long as possible (physically, technically and mentally). When the burn kicks in, it's important to acknowledge and embrace it. The key to exceeding my limits lies in truly wanting it. Often, rowers set ambitious target times that challenge their expectations and stretch their abilities, even if they’ve never reached those marks before. There’s always a chance to go faster; no speed ever feels sufficient. I constantly strive toward my goals, proving to myself that they are attainable before I accomplish them. I refuse to set limits on what I can achieve.
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Keep track of the progress. It's impossible to improve my speed without understanding how fast I am, what I’m doing, and how I’m doing it. This awareness also boosts my ability to adapt to change and maintain organization.
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It's about showing up and fully dedicating myself to what I’ve committed to. I take personal responsibility for my work, just as I place trust in my teammates—knowing we can count on each other to follow through. Risks and mistakes are part of the journey. I reflect carefully, act intentionally, and own the consequences. A solid decision should stand on its own, regardless of the outcome, because its value lies in the quality of the information available at the time. I hold myself accountable, always.
In addition to being able to maintain focus for long periods, I make decisions deliberately. If something is worth it, I give it everything I have. If it’s not, I move on and conserve my energy for a better opportunity. I design and execute strategies with a clear awareness that time is often a limited resource. Sometimes, the best choice isn’t the perfect one—it’s the one that works within the time available. As a rower, I know my speed and the pace I can sustain. But races are unpredictable, and there must always be space for spontaneity. Time is scarce, and thinking fast is essential. I can’t waste precious seconds deciding when to sprint—by then, the race could be over. Whatever I choose, I commit early and make the most of the tools I have.
Rowing is both physically and mentally demanding—but without good technique, progress stalls. At its core, it’s about repeating the same movement cycle with precision over long periods of time. Proper technique not only helps me generate more power but also reduces the risk of injury. With cleaner form, it takes less effort to maintain a given speed, meaning I can go faster using the same energy. Mastery in rowing reflects a mindset that is both detail-oriented and action-driven. Over time, unless there's a conscious intention to improve, technical habits become harder to change.
In my daily life, I approach time the same way I approach training: with purpose. I prioritize my commitments to make the most of each 24-hour day—balancing academics, rest, and even the everyday tasks that fuel performance. I adapt constantly, weighing opportunity costs and adjusting based on what the moment demands.
Great things take time. Becoming faster, stronger, more resilient, or more technical doesn’t happen overnight. It’s practice and consistency that get me there. I stay calm, trust the process, and make sure to enjoy the journey along the way.
Places I have rowed in
Oh! I get to see stunning sunrises every so often too