Rowing on the Seine river

View of the Seine river in France where Fabienne goes rowing.

Fabienne Ramiandrasoa is part of the Ariane 6 Launch System Architect team, as assembly, integration and verification manager. She started work at Space Transportation for ESA in 2018. 

Fabienne writes: "I row on Saturday and Sunday morning doing my favourite course almost every week, even in winter. Rowing is a perfect form of exercise because as it works out the entire body, using the muscles in the legs, shoulders, arms, and abdomen. It takes coordination, strength and endurance, but it also demands mental concentration. I enjoy nature and calm very much. I love being on the water surrounded by the trees, birds, sky, clouds or sun. When I am out, on the water, time passes so quickly. I find rowing to be the best way for me to eliminate workload pressure, but I also learn from it and apply my hobby to work life: rowing is also a team sport. We need to push together to be efficient, connection with all the crew is necessary."