Looking for training advice

[Anth_F]

You should be seeing df 210-220 on the new machine @ damper setting 10.

I suggest you do not continue to row at this drag unless its for short sprint or interval stuff. However, even then, unless you're built like a complete power house with a back of steel even that is too high. But experiment and find your ideal range that suits you.

[Mitchs240]

I’d appreciate some advice from the experienced folks here. I’m a 68 y/o guy 5’7, 160. I’ve been rowing for a few years, but have had no coaching other than watching videos. At an average stroke rate of 22 I generally do 6,450 meters in 30 minutes. How do you use the stroke length and force measurements on ErgData? Is there a standard I should be aiming for? I do a mix of distance and sprint workouts throughout the week, but I can’t seem to reduce my time per 500 meters to any great degree. My own perception is that I’m not effectively connecting the phases of my stroke; especially in getting when to start the arms contracting. Any thoughts would be appreciated!

[mitchel674]

I’d appreciate some advice from the experienced folks here. I’m a 68 y/o guy 5’7, 160. I’ve been rowing for a few years, but have had no coaching other than watching videos. At an average stroke rate of 22 I generally do 6,450 meters in 30 minutes. How do you use the stroke length and force measurements on ErgData? Is there a standard I should be aiming for? I do a mix of distance and sprint workouts throughout the week, but I can’t seem to reduce my time per 500 meters to any great degree. My own perception is that I’m not effectively connecting the phases of my stroke; especially in getting when to start the arms contracting. Any thoughts would be appreciated!

Mitch, try posting this as your own new thread. You will get better comments specific to your concerns and not hijack this thread.