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[old] Tyn · Post by **[old] Tyn** » January 18th, 2006, 11:19 am

Captain, my Captain, Why don't you try strapless barefoot ( without the shoes, maybe with socks? )! This will solve all your 'shoe' and 'strap' problems and will improve your techmique. It works for me!! And Tim, Row on Man! Go Team!! Tyn Ducks are GO!!

[old] QWACKY · Post by **[old] QWACKY** » January 18th, 2006, 1:00 pm

GO TEAM!!!!! GO DUCKS!!!!!!!!! Over half way there..great team work and oh, what spirit.I am so proud to be a duck!!! Pat M

[old] efg · Post by **[old] efg** » January 18th, 2006, 2:02 pm

Hi Tyn, I tried without shoes, but the problem's really my feet, not my shoes. Just the plastic band across the back of my foot was the most uncomfortable option - wouldn't even dare try it without socks. I have to be careful with shoes, too, and I really prefer backless shoes. So, the method I came up with seems to be the closest to rowing in shoes with no backs - no pressure to that part of my foot = no discomfort. If the strap were made of a different material, now...maybe something padded and cushiosny, or that gel stuff...I'd be willing to try rowing without shoes again. Emilia

[old] Tyn · Post by **[old] Tyn** » January 18th, 2006, 2:27 pm

Emilia, It was just a thought, you're doing just fine without my suggestions, so.. Keep on rowing Girl, you're doing Great! Keep listening to your body, or suffer the ... Can't believe the meters you row!! Keep it up Captain keep it up TEAM!!! Go Duck Go! Tyn Thanx team for motivatin' !

[old] tjod · Post by **[old] tjod** » January 18th, 2006, 2:28 pm

<table border='0' align='center' width='95%' cellpadding='3' cellspacing='1'><tr><td><div class='genmed'>QUOTE(efg @ Jan 18 2006, 10:02 AM)</div></td></tr><tr><td class='quote'>Hi Tyn, I tried without shoes ... If the strap were made of a different material, now...maybe something padded and cushiosny, or that gel stuff...I'd be willing to try rowing without shoes again. Emilia </td></tr></table> Emilia; Have you looked at PS Sports' "Swing Slings" ? <a href='http://www.ps-sport.net/' target='_blank'>http://www.ps-sport.net/</a> Might be worth a try.

[old] Kappy · Post by **[old] Kappy** » January 18th, 2006, 11:29 pm

<table border='0' align='center' width='95%' cellpadding='3' cellspacing='1'><tr><td><div class='genmed'>QUOTE(tjod @ Jan 18 2006, 01:28 PM)</div></td></tr><tr><td class='quote'><table border='0' align='center' width='95%' cellpadding='3' cellspacing='1'><tr><td><div class='genmed'>QUOTE(efg @ Jan 18 2006, 10:02 AM)</div></td></tr><tr><td class='quote'>Hi Tyn, I tried without shoes ... If the strap were made of a different material, now...maybe something padded and cushiosny, or that gel stuff...I'd be willing to try rowing without shoes again. Emilia </td></tr></table> Emilia; Have you looked at PS Sports' "Swing Slings" ? <a href='http://www.ps-sport.net/' target='_blank'>http://www.ps-sport.net/</a> Might be worth a try. </td></tr></table> I have a similar problem. On the erg the feet feel like they are too far down for me. This is exaggerated by the fact i sit on seat pads. So I tend to bring the heel cups up to the point where the strap barely allows me to get up to the catch. I often have to swap between the two discomforts - feet too low or heel too inflexible (which rubs my heels too.) When it gets to be too much - I have taken my shoes out of the straps - kind of wedged them into the heel-cup (set 'high') and oddly this gives me all the flexibility i need in the heel. I also have to select shoes without 'hard' heels. (Meaning I've got my favorite erg shoes - and have had others that are unacceptable - so you might actually find some nice soft shoes that work.) I've often thought of just putting a loop over the top of the foot stretchers to have my own 'straps' set up a little higher. A friend of mine toyed with the idea of attaching bike clips to her erg.

[old] holladay · Post by **[old] holladay** » January 19th, 2006, 10:47 am

I have a nice gel squishy thing as a wrist rest for my computer. I had to cut it in half because I have a split keyboard. I am please to say the "goo" did not ooze out. I wonder if a wrist rest could be put at the back of the plastic foot holder? I'll give it a try and report in. Susan

[old] Kappy · Post by **[old] Kappy** » January 19th, 2006, 1:08 pm

<table border='0' align='center' width='95%' cellpadding='3' cellspacing='1'><tr><td><div class='genmed'>QUOTE(holladay @ Jan 19 2006, 09:47 AM)</div></td></tr><tr><td class='quote'>I have a nice gel squishy thing as a wrist rest for my computer. I had to cut it in half because I have a split keyboard. I am please to say the "goo" did not ooze out. I wonder if a wrist rest could be put at the back of the plastic foot holder? I'll give it a try and report in. Susan </td></tr></table> Funny you should mention that. My seat pads are made of old mouse pads cut in the shape of a seat that I find comfortable (kashper.) They are perfect for the boat - because they don't slip and are cheap and easy to replace.

[old] woolsmith · Post by **[old] woolsmith** » January 19th, 2006, 10:03 pm

Interesting topic, because I would like to row shoeless-but-with-socks, too, but that back strap for the heel is sharp and ouchy, even with my thick wool socks. So maybe if bubblewrap works as a substitute for a seat pad, maybe I could try wrapping some of that around that offending back strap? Or maybe a 2" ace wrap? I kinda liked that "sling" idea that tjod posted a link for, also. If all else fails, I could try DUCK tape! --Jen in WI

[old] John Rupp · Post by **[old] John Rupp** » January 19th, 2006, 11:01 pm

<table border='0' align='center' width='95%' cellpadding='3' cellspacing='1'><tr><td><div class='genmed'>QUOTE(woolsmith @ Jan 19 2006, 06:03 PM)</div></td></tr><tr><td class='quote'>that back strap for the heel is sharp and ouchy, even with my thick wool socks. So maybe if bubblewrap works as a substitute for a seat pad, maybe I could try wrapping some of that around that offending back strap? </td></tr></table> The plastic straps used to bother me too, and cut into the back of my heels. Then I sanded the sharp edges with emery cloth and this smoothed them right off. Since then all has been well and my heels have been fine. I keep a piece of the emery cloth by the erg just in case, and am sure that a course grain of sandpaper would work very well too.

[old] Tyn · Post by **[old] Tyn** » January 20th, 2006, 10:38 am

Thanx TEAM for the motivation!! Thanx to you I Hit the 4MM mark yesterday!!! Go Duckies GO!!! Tyn

[old] QWACKY · Post by **[old] QWACKY** » January 20th, 2006, 11:13 am

TYN.. Congrats to ya!! Great job.This challenge has done wonders for my determination and drive( well..row..LOL).The motivation that we share gives us the power to go even further.Pushes us as the athletes that we are..as a Personal Trainer and fitness professional I try to go the extra meter/mile for the team and for ME.It pays off in the long run for health and longevity.I look at the body as a fine tuned machine and with the proper fuel and activity it can withstand all the stress and challenges that life has to offer.These forums really show the great determination and spirit of people of all ages and abilities.Keep on rowin'..it is GOOD for you!!GO TEAM GO DUCKS!!! I am on my way to my 4MM mark..just did my 3MM with this challenge.The meters just keep on pilin' up!!! Pat M.

[old] woolsmith · Post by **[old] woolsmith** » January 20th, 2006, 1:16 pm

WTG, Qwacky! Nice job piling up those meters for the JVTC, Pat. You've been a great cheeleader and inspiration, and I appreciate it! And you too, Tyn---Keep up your hard work, too! Like Pat says, it's all going to help in the big picture of things where your health and well-being are concerned. It took me about a good 4-6 weeks of steady work before I really started to solidly feel the benefits of what I was doing, but once that happened, I was HOOKED! And when I want to wallow in laziness instead of rowing or doing some kind of workout, I get on these forums and read. It certainly helps, hey? GO DUCKS! GO FOWL PLAY!! --Jen in WI

[old] efg · Post by **[old] efg** » January 20th, 2006, 2:09 pm

Congratulations on reaching 4 MM, Tyn! I just reached 2 MM today - it only took me 3 years. I'm hoping I continue to row on a regular basis after this challenge is over, so the next 2 million won't take so long. Does anyone have any ideas what I should do for the next 5-6 weeks when I will be away from my rower? I know how easy it is to get into the NOT-exercising routine. Emilia

[old] QWACKY · Post by **[old] QWACKY** » January 20th, 2006, 2:14 pm

..and for anyone who doesn't think that he/she is an athlete..think again..we are champions as well as athletes in our own right.This challenge proves it in my opinion.Look at the list of participants and the consistency of meters rowed..every day.From the bottom of the list to the top.Impressive from where I am sitting.We have about 12 days to go..stay strong..take a break if needed..listen to your body.I know that I have to row much stronger the longer I row to keep my heart rate in my optimal zone.That is a great marker of fitness improvement.My heart rate is slower and after a row..the rate decreases rather quickly.So we all need to reevaluate our goals and fitness levels.great for the heart!!Ok..off the soap box..GO TEAM!!!!!!! Pat M.

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