Uh-oh!! Take it easy...The Blacksmith wrote:I just entered a few days worth of #'s, so don't think it's all from one dayBeen having some back troubles, so I had to back off the marathon training a bit. That's one of the issues with having had back surgery in the past. So, I just back it off a bit and wait till it goes away.
Hey, a guy with a big hammer and a hot forge can call them owies if he wants to!!!The Blacksmith wrote:Are Blacksmiths allowed to call them "owies"????
Well, my advice is to get a bigger butt. I find that since my big butt hangs over each side of the seat, it prevents any slippage. A smaller butt will slide all over the seat.rockenmama wrote:Anyway anyone have issue's with having a hard time keeping your center of gravity on the seat and if so is there anything I can do? Will getting a seat pad help keep my butt planted where it should?
All kidding aside, they do sell seat pads made with a non-slip material. And they're softer, so it might be better for your nerves and back. 
CONLEJM wrote:Well, my advice is to get a bigger butt. I find that since my big butt hangs over each side of the seat, it prevents any slippage. A smaller butt will slide all over the seat.rockenmama wrote:Anyway anyone have issue's with having a hard time keeping your center of gravity on the seat and if so is there anything I can do? Will getting a seat pad help keep my butt planted where it should?
As to keeping the center of gravity in the right place, I think that's just a matter of constant monitoring of your form on each stroke until you have the hang of it and it comes naturally. I know some team members have taken rowing lessons so they may have better technique tips. I once asked what music people listened to while they row, and Cap'n Izzz responded that he doesn't listen to any; rather he constantly monitors his form and pace and numerous other factors. It was an interesting discussion.
Hope you heal up.
I'm hoping the time off that I'll be taking while on vacation starting Thursday helps! I may have to try the bubble wrap just to see. The only discomfort I get during rowing is the mental part of trying to keep butt and feet where they need to be which is something I haven't had to worry about until the past 5 days or so. Thanks Lisa!damselfly wrote:I can't IMAGINE rowing without a seat pad! Even though I come with all sorts of -- ahem -- "natural" padding. Search the forum for seat pad discussions -- some folks swear by a layer or two of bubble wrap as a cheap and easy solution. I have a kneeling pad for use in gardening, similar to what is pictured below. I cover it with a towel for comfort.
I'm into rowing comfort, which I'm sure makes Cap'n Izz's eyes roll!
Good luck with the paresthesia. Take time off if you need it!
Hi!rockenmama wrote:CONLEJM wrote:Well, my advice is to get a bigger butt. I find that since my big butt hangs over each side of the seat, it prevents any slippage. A smaller butt will slide all over the seat.rockenmama wrote:Anyway anyone have issue's with having a hard time keeping your center of gravity on the seat and if so is there anything I can do? Will getting a seat pad help keep my butt planted where it should?
As to keeping the center of gravity in the right place, I think that's just a matter of constant monitoring of your form on each stroke until you have the hang of it and it comes naturally. I know some team members have taken rowing lessons so they may have better technique tips. I once asked what music people listened to while they row, and Cap'n Izzz responded that he doesn't listen to any; rather he constantly monitors his form and pace and numerous other factors. It was an interesting discussion.
Hope you heal up.
until recently rowing came VERY naturally to me. My form though not perfect was very nice and solid. I'm HOPING that maybe a pad will help but I have a feeling that won't be the case.. I've got some neurological issue's that seem to be progressing and numbness from my feet up to my butt is one of them. I've been pretty good at being stubborn and not letting my issue's get in the way however it's getting harder and harder.
THanks!
is pressing on the sciatic nerve. I resolved that by stretching and by relaxing my psoas muscles (under your abs) by lying on a small hard medicine ball until that muscle got loose. That might help you too!! Very exciting!!Quatroux wrote:My first OTW race is 20 days away. I have spent my time tightening oarlocks, backing into docks, catching crabs, river turns, pause drills, avoiding juniors, creating blisters, and other novice activities. I'm trying my best to erg for you, but a meter on the water still feels like 10 on the erg. I am still x-training in the pool and I try to remember to stretch.
Good luck and we expect a full race report after the event.Pictures please!!!Quatroux wrote:The only milestone of note is that I just ordered my first uni from JLracing.
I don't know if that is a good idea, but for you guys I'll make it happen. You will likely get a race pic first as the uni is a good 4 weeks out. I'm racing in the rec division and will likely get a pass for not being in the proper club uniform.damselfly wrote:Pictures please!!!Quatroux wrote:The only milestone of note is that I just ordered my first uni from JLracing.
