Concept2 Forum

I didn't even notice it whilst I was on the rower, but I really notice it now, that and lower back pain, think I need to start with shorter distances, or 1k several times instead of all at once.

Will do some research into wearing different shorts.

I've been a runner since 2011, but have been tearing calf muscles quite often, and that puts me out for 3-4 weeks at a time. I lost my Mum last August to a heart attack so I'm not willing to let my cardio slip at all. My Dad has a concept 2 model B, has had it from new, I had a quick go on that and ...

It was my first row, pretty slow for a 5k - 20:45, but I had to keep stopping and lifting my butt up. Will have a look for the aftter one.

I have heard of that seatpad so will have a look on amazon, thanks

I will look into what shorts to use, it's an overall ache, not localised pain.

I don't think it was seams that caused the problem, there aren't any in the area that hurt, just shorts made from the same material as jogging bottoms.

Hi, I just got my rower erg yesterday, great looking machine and undamaged. So I did my first row, and it absolutley killed my arse! Everything else was fine and I could of gone a lot faster, but was in too much pain. Is this something that you get used to? I put a cushion of bubbke wrap under it an...

Thanks very much for all the replies, looking at various videos on youtube regarding it now.

Hi,

Just wondering, when people set their personal best times, is that on level 10?

I haven't recieved my machine yet, I ordered it last week so, should recieve it some time after the 11th April.

Thanks!