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Am I the only man that experiences discomfort after rowing a while? To me, the foot rests are close enough together that my "private parts" get squeezed when I row. I believe I have good technique, wear supporting garments, but still find rowing uncomfortable after some time. Anybody that has advice would be appreciated-thanks.

I have the same problem. The first months I could not hold my knees together because my legs were too broad, now I have the 'other' problem. I guess I have to loose more weight to solve this. So for the time being I erg 'wide'.

I had and sometimes still have the same problem. The best solution I have found is wearing compression shorts by Undergear $ 20. US. found at Dick's sporting goods or The Sports Authority. Walmart also sells compression shorts found in the men's sportswear section. I think they are "Starter" brand compression shorts. <br><br>I'm hung and these compression shorts have been a great help with keeping things in place while rowing on the erg, Each time you put the shorts on you may appreciate the support they provide, but after a long row such as a 10k, you just want to rip the damn things off.<br><br><br>Compression shorts look like lycra boxers, but are not boxers.<br>

<!--QuoteBegin-wilde+Nov 1 2004, 01:24 AM--></div><table border='0' align='center' width='95%' cellpadding='3' cellspacing='1'><tr><td class='genmed'><span class='genmed'><b>QUOTE</b></span> (wilde @ Nov 1 2004, 01:24 AM)</td></tr><tr><td class='quote'><!--QuoteEBegin--> Am I the only man that experiences discomfort after rowing a while? To me, the foot rests are close enough together that my "private parts" get squeezed when I row. I believe I have good technique, wear supporting garments, but still find rowing uncomfortable after some time. Anybody that has advice would be appreciated-thanks. <!--QuoteEnd--> </td></tr></table><br> Make sure you are sitting cloe enough to the front edge of the seat (i.e. "Equipment" should not be getting compressed onto the seat).<br><br>There is no reason to keep your knees knocking against eachother, now don't go splaying them out like a frog, all things in moderation. <br><br>You think the feet are close on the Erg? You would not likely care for what you would experience in a boat, the feet are much closer together.<br><br>Finally, relax...... the jewels need a bit of slack, and being uptight can aggravate the issue. i.e. If support doesn't help, try additional freedom.<br><br>Cheers,<br>Paul Smith

<!--QuoteBegin-PaulS+Nov 1 2004, 11:01 PM--></div><table border='0' align='center' width='95%' cellpadding='3' cellspacing='1'><tr><td class='genmed'><span class='genmed'><b>QUOTE</b></span> (PaulS @ Nov 1 2004, 11:01 PM)</td></tr><tr><td class='quote'><!--QuoteEBegin--> There is no reason to keep your knees knocking against eachother, now don't go splaying them out like a frog, all things in moderation. <br><br>Cheers,<br>Paul Smith <!--QuoteEnd--> </td></tr></table><br> Tore Foss pulls the handle between his knees and has turned in some fairly decent times. (A marathon under 2 1/2 hours at age 48)<br><br>Paul Flack

<!--QuoteBegin-LacticAcid+Nov 1 2004, 01:56 PM--></div><table border='0' align='center' width='95%' cellpadding='3' cellspacing='1'><tr><td class='genmed'><span class='genmed'><b>QUOTE</b></span> (LacticAcid @ Nov 1 2004, 01:56 PM)</td></tr><tr><td class='quote'><!--QuoteEBegin--> Walmart also sells compression shorts found in the men's sportswear section. I think they are "Starter" brand compression shorts. <!--QuoteEnd--> </td></tr></table><br> I saw some nylon/lycra briefs at Walmart a month or so ago for $5 each.<br><br>They looked quite useable, and reasonably priced, however I often row with the garage door open or walk outside between rows, in which case the women in the neighborhood might attack me. <br><br>However I would row with my knees closer together, were the logistics less of an issue, so will take another look at the briefs.

Briefs, I don't think so! You want the compression shorts by Undergear.

<!--QuoteBegin-Canoeist+Nov 2 2004, 04:05 AM--></div><table border='0' align='center' width='95%' cellpadding='3' cellspacing='1'><tr><td class='genmed'><span class='genmed'><b>QUOTE</b></span> (Canoeist @ Nov 2 2004, 04:05 AM)</td></tr><tr><td class='quote'><!--QuoteEBegin--> Tore Foss pulls the handle between his knees and has turned in some fairly decent times. (A marathon under 2 1/2 hours at age 48)<br><br>Paul Flack <!--QuoteEnd--> </td></tr></table><br> Hell, at any age that's "fairly decent". <br><br>Any idea if Tore has been able to stay injury free? He seemed to be struggling with something last year at the CRASH-B's.<br><br>- Paul Smith

[QUOTE]<br><br>I have also suffered with the same problem until Rickster told me to keep my jewels above my legs at all times,and Speedy advised using petrolium jelly to stop chaffing.It worked for me. <br><br>Chippy. <br><br>

I just had to look in on this topic will it be boxers? briefs? shorts? Hummmmmmm Getting a visual here.... naw, just kidding, playful mood

One bit of info, there is a product called Body Glide, way better than the petroleum jelly I would imagine....comes in a stick like deoderant for easy application, not greasy or sticky etc

Sticks, Jelly, $5.00 Briefs, Decency, Rowing with knees closer together???? What the heck??!! <br><br>All you need is a pair of Compression Shorts by Undergear found at your local Dick's Sporting Goods.<br><br>

<!--QuoteBegin-Birdi+Nov 2 2004, 11:02 AM--></div><table border='0' align='center' width='95%' cellpadding='3' cellspacing='1'><tr><td class='genmed'><span class='genmed'><b>QUOTE</b></span> (Birdi @ Nov 2 2004, 11:02 AM)</td></tr><tr><td class='quote'><!--QuoteEBegin--> One bit of info, there is a product called Body Glide, way better than the petroleum jelly I would imagine....comes in a stick like deoderant for easy application, not greasy or sticky etc <!--QuoteEnd--> </td></tr></table><br> As a runner, I have used Body Glide to prevent chafing. I haven't needed it while erging. I highly recommend it if chafing is the problem.

Luckily I have never suffered from the problem whilst erging.<br>I did slip once on the "Spinning Bike" on a hill stretch.

<!--QuoteBegin-LacticAcid+Nov 1 2004, 08:56 PM--></div><table border='0' align='center' width='95%' cellpadding='3' cellspacing='1'><tr><td class='genmed'><span class='genmed'><b>QUOTE</b></span> (LacticAcid @ Nov 1 2004, 08:56 PM)</td></tr><tr><td class='quote'><!--QuoteEBegin-->I'm hung <!--QuoteEnd--> </td></tr></table><br>You too, eh? I just untuck my fella from my shorts and hang him over the top of my thigh. Helps keep the rest of the body cool that way, kind of like a big radiator. The only danger is that his head may get caught between the rail and the rollers <br><br> <br><br>Actually I have had good luck with some Hugo Boss underwear