Concept2 Forum

Absoutely, mitchel674. I'm working on not giving in to that big rush of adrenaline at the start. Trying some breathing techniques and a metronome to row more regular strokes according to the plan.

This is awesome, jackarabit! Great advice. When that adrenaline shot hits at the start, it's hard to rein in the horse. My coach thinks a target pace avg 0f 28-29 would be sustainable and use up some of that extra energy along the way before that last sprint.

Thanks again. I'm going to do a couple of tests aiming for 30 average watts and see how that feels. Trial and error may be the best guide!

Thanks for the feedback! I weigh around 140 lbs. Also have very narrow feet with high arches, which I think makes it a little more difficult to up the watts since only about half of my foot makes contact with the machine. My coach has said that my stroke is fine, and I also have a mirror next to the...

Ok, here's a newbie question for everyone. I'll try to explain it as best I can and hope it makes sense. I am 64 years old, 5'6", weigh about 142 lbs, and am of a slim build. I've also very fit aerobically, with a resting HR of 52. I'd like to improve my times, which on my last 2K test were 2:12/2:2...

Dangerscouse, Thank you!!!

Hi everyone! I'm a 64-year-old, 138 lb, relatively new single sculler who lives in New England. I initially started rowing a couple of years ago, many decades after rowing dorm crew in college. I love being on the water as a way to stay fit and healthy. At home in the off-season, I use a Concept 2 E...