Concept2 Forum

HI Mike - First let me say, I am just one week into rowing myself and am SO not the expert, but you will get some great tips from those who ARE. I just wanted to say that I too developed blisters after just 3 sessions, and my goal for the next row is to not grip the handle too tightly. Think of the ...

Thanks again everyone for the good pointers. It really helped! Tonight I rowed 30 minutes and definitely worked hard. My heart rate was at 150 and shooting to 160 at some points. That's the good news. :) My 'numbers' however were pretty much the same , just slightly improved over the last row. So ev...

Thanks everyone - this is all very helpful and I can't wait to give it another go!

Thanks for the comments! This gives me some things to visualize. With respect to the machine itself, the rec center has been open for a year and 1/2. I'm pretty sure the machines don't get very much use either! (good for me though). The center will be closing for one week in August for maintenance a...

My first rowing session was over the weekend, I loved it! I've been doing a lot of reading online and video watching, and had my 2nd session last night. I have some questions. My stats: 5' 4" tall, 152 pounds My full time sport - Running (one year) average running pace - 11:30 - 12:00 (s.l.o.w.) I s...

This is great information to get me started, I jotted down some notes to take to the gym tonight to give it a go again. I've studied many videos too! My gym has 2 machines and there is never anyone on them. I feel like I"m in on some big 'secret' ha ha. The day after my first rowing session, I had a...

Hello, I started running one year ago and have been trying to find the best XT activity to complement and enhance my running. Not so much love for the stationary bike or the elliptical - running is my first love! I decided to try the rower (Concept2) at my gym this past weekend - needless to say, I ...