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by Bighairybeast
November 1st, 2014, 3:07 pm
Forum: Training
Topic: New to Rowing But Experienced MTBer
Replies: 15
Views: 8048

Re: New to Rowing But Experienced MTBer

Thanks for the detailed responses. I've dealt with the "walking" rower by putting a yoga mat underneath. On short intense efforts I feel I'm stressing the mid machine attachment point so will work on a smoother catch. When discussing rate should I be varying it more with different workouts? Most of ...
by Bighairybeast
October 30th, 2014, 8:54 pm
Forum: Training
Topic: New to Rowing But Experienced MTBer
Replies: 15
Views: 8048

New to Rowing But Experienced MTBer

Hello, I just bought my Concept2 last year and put 100000m on it. It then sat as my workout area was torn apart. Started up again this fall and having been at it pretty regularly putting in another 140000m. I am 38, 6'3" and 210lbs (95.3kg). I consider myself fairly fit for my age. I drink a fair bi...
by Bighairybeast
October 30th, 2014, 7:05 pm
Forum: Weight Loss & Weight Control
Topic: weight loss and rowing
Replies: 23
Views: 41763

Re: weight loss and rowing

Unless I missed it, I never saw mentioned that muscle weighs more than fat. I agree with longer intervals between weighing yourself to avoid disappointments of looking at the scale daily. I always believe the best gauge is to look in the mirror and go by the extra energy that you feel on a day to da...