Thank you, again! I bought a C2 and started rowing last year based on one of your older starter videos. Completely changed my life, mentally and physically. I will hit 1.4 million meters tomorrow!
@@tobiasbrandl8917i just bought a c2 yesterday. I haven’t been consistently active for about 4-5 years and really want to get back and get good cardio vascular workouts and figured rowing would do that while keeping my joints in good shape. How did it change you mentally and physically?
I received my first rower this week and this video helped immensely. I've used rowers before in the past but in a gym setting and no one to really show me proper form. I just went and did a 10min workout focusing on this form and I felt more muscles engaging than my previous experiences on a rower. I look forward to watching more of your videos as I row my way to a healthy life.
Thanks for the tips! This is a great consolidation of your prior TH-cam Rowing Machine Basic videos. I continue to do your beginner technique drills as warmups. I find they help reinforce technique before I start any workout. Your explanations are so concise and clear. I really appreciate it!
Whoop! Just revieved my machine over the weekend, ready to get some strokes in. Found your vid at the perfect moment. Many thanks from The Netherlands!
For beginners please, please talk about what to do even BEFORE sitting down and how to properly set the Damper setting. Every time I go to the gym, all 3 machines are pinned at '10'. Please inform people that '10' is NOT always the best setting in regards to resistance / water drag.
The way i was taught to engage the lats was they took us outside the boathouse to the sea wall and had us hang off the fence like we wanted to pull it down. Coach said "feel that? That's how you should feel every stroke."
I was on a collegiate rowing team for a year. and always missed it after I graduated. This is the first video I've seen that addresses what it "really" takes to row properly. In fact, this coaching is BETTER than what I got from the two guys who ran the team (nothing against them, they were great people and I might not have been mature enough to pay proper attention at that point). 5 stars! *****
Thank you for the refresher. I did crew in college and have found after being lazy for 20yrs, I've rediscovered my love for rowing. ♥️ So much so it has helped in my 40's and being newly 50 im rocking it now. ♥️
Very instructive, even for this veteran erg-meister. The whole stroke is so elegant, but to make it so, you need to get every part working in sync. Thanks again, Shane!
Really nice and informative video! The information density is so high that this video is worth rewatching at least 10 times for any beginner. One more tip for the beginners: set up a phone or camera to record your workouts then compare your recording with all the key points in this video one by one and repeat this process every week until you cannot spot anything off. For a beginner, it is so easy to forget half of the checklist items after watching this video and only execute half of what you remember when on the machine.
Luckily found your videos 2 yrs ago when training for Spartan deka mile and fell in love with rowing after watching as many of your beginner videos I could find! I tell anyone and everyone about your channel who is looking for rowing instructional videos! I can row for an hour straight now and go to a very calm place in my head!Thank you for putting them out there!
Hello. If it helps anyone to understand what it means to "hang from the handle", go to a traction (pull up) bar and just hang from it with both hands if you are able to. The only difference when hanging from a bar is that you need to firmly wrap your hands around the bar rather than your fingers, as your fingers are not strong enough normally to keep hold of the bar. But the feeling you get from hanging from a traction bar is similar to what you should feel on your rower when you "hang from the handle" If you can't hang from a bar due to lack of hand strength, then support some of your weight on your toes and hang. Hope that makes sense.
Thanks Shane!! I’ve re-learnt how to row from your videos. All the drills have helped me put the stroke together. This video sums it all up so well and I still learnt something new from it today. Really appreciate what you do for us.
Great to hear from you! I’ve been rowing with you/your videos, the past 4 yrs- and I’m still learning! Rowing became critical to my healing and recovery from a TBI. You’ve been missed- but “recovery” in life is important too! Glad you realized that and took the time off! Thank you for all you do for us! Love the humor and music too!
I bought a C2 four years ago and have been home rowing since. I find your videos inspiring. Not heard from you in a while so good to see you back. Oddly my most challenging issue has been stomach acid related and how this affects my breathing whilst doing my 5k rows. Important to not not to take antacids (like Rennie) over long periods of time as it changes your blood chemistry (apparently) which can lead to a truck load of other issues. Anyway just thought id say my bit to see if it helps anyone else.
oiled up my C2 after 2 years, currently 3 weeks into a plan. Thanks for the video. This is a great reminder of technique.......Keep pumping the videos.
Perfect timing! I just decided to start rowing as it’s low impact on joints and I have RA. I got an old basic hand me down rowing machine and I’m trying to learn the proper technique with you! So thank you! Today I can feel it in my legs so I definitely did better than yesterday 😂 Trying to do 20 min a day for now. So far loving it 👍
Been wild swimming all summer but the water's getting cold! My first rowing machine is arriving in a few days. Thank you so much for this as I am an absolute beginner. Looking forward to progressing, slowly, with your vids. Btw, just turned 65, have arthritis in my feet and really need nearly no weight bearing to exercise.
Great Video. I've been using an Ergatta for a couple of years and still enjoy the clarity of your teaching. Thanks! One question @darkhorserowing -- what shoes are you wearing? They look great and I'd love to find a pair.
Hi, I really like your instructions, so clear! I had to stop rowing (with you- was doing 15 min daily) had a very bad prolapse bladder. Now I’m on manageable stage and want to start to rowing again. Could you make a video for this specific situation? Many thanks you are a big star!!!
Welcome back! Missed your absence and appreciate your advice. Started rowing using your previous videos and rowing machine became my must go to at the gym
Thanks Shane, been watching your videos for the last 4 years since I got into using a C2 and have found them great for teaching me the basics keep up the great content
Thanks for putting this information out there! do you have any videos on rowing & lower back pain? It’s the only thing holding me back from doing longer cardio sessions on the rower .. I can only go 10 minutes before my lower back is smoked
This video truly deserves a million viewers! I can proudly report to be number 3.000. My rowing machine will arrive the day after tomorrow and I am so grateful you gave me the feeling of being prepared...-ish. Thanks!
Capturing broadside video of one's technique is a good way to analyze form. We may think we have great form but it's only when we see ourselves from the side that we realize form could be improved. There, now you have your next video idea, Shane.
Possibly 521 view on your way to 1 million, good luck. And, your videos are always great. That said, for beginners feeling the "Catch" at the catch phase is important. The couple of kids I have shown how to row (and I have included your videos for more detailed and correct info) I have them keep one foot on the ground and pull back quickly and feel it "catch." Without the "catch" you are just spinning.
@@DarkHorseRowing Okay, I just tried it, and it works very well, but to clarify, my band is only 46 inches, and I couldn't get a full stroke. To make sure I am doing it correctly (I have only rowed on Concept II, and with no instruction beyond your videos, plus a few others), I aim for a clear, very clear, "catch," and for me, it has made a lot of difference. Anyway, thank you for the videos they are always helpful, informative, and motivating.
I am 61 and just purchased my first rowing machine! I have watched your video on 5 most important tips, but I’d like to watch other videos in order…what’s the best way to do that? Thank you!!
Yeah, too many coaches teach it as a horizontal deadlift...which it is not. There are cues that crossover between the two but they are distinctly different movements
Hi Shane! You answered so many questions I had in the back of my mind. Your videos have guided me a lot and I appreciate what you do. I am right-handed and my biceps have been developing differently. The left side looks bigger! 😅 what am I doing wrong?
Really anything that doesn't have running cushion will be good. You want more a flat soled training shoe rather than a running shoe. Nike, rebook, TYR, Strike Movement, they all make great training options
Video idea: how does one do some rowing with one knee that is fucked. Had ACL reconstruction and have been rowing with one leg off and using a plastic slidey thing to row. Would be good to get your thoughts on how to make it optimal.
Do you have any tips on how far to extend legs? I know you're supposed to push out fully but I'm afraid of overextending and locking my knees. When I see you row I notice your legs are pretty straight, are your knees locked locked or slightly bent?
The Sleep powder is new - didn't know they had this one. Just went and switched from the Momentus Sleep Bundle (pills) to this new product. Great video as always, Shane.
@@DarkHorseRowing figured out my confusion: The package for Sleep & Cognitive Support looks just like Momentous' creatine and collagen packaging (which is powder). The Sleep product your recommended arrived today and low and behold, there are individual packets of pills inside. I know you will sleep better knowing my confusion is all straighten out. 😂
I have an issue with the rower I chose - I couldn't afford a concept 2, so I purchased an affordable magnetic rower. The problem I'm finding is that the handle rest is RIGHT above the pedals, so I can't get the desired 1:00 position at the catch, like you obviously can with the great Concept 2. Being short, and an absolute beginner, I thought this rower would be a good place to start, and I love it, but I'm now concerned about form related to this design issue. Any suggestions?
Just bought a new Concept2 erg high leg. I have a strength imbalance between my right and left leg from a disk herniation 10 months ago. Pain no longer an issue but motor strength and leg buckling has resulted most likely from nerve compression. All my sports I love have been severely impacted.or I can’t do at all now. Trail running and mountain running, hiking, mtb biking, skiing both downhill and XC. My fitness has gone to hell with this injury. Always wanted a rower and this rehab is the excuse to buy one. Long winded story sorry. Recommendations for using the rower with leg strength imbalances and how to strengthen that weaker leg please. Gonna check out all your videos now thank you!
Single leg rowing is a great way to work on those imbalances. You can place the strong leg on the floor. If you really want to isolate the leg otherwise you can just keep it in the foot stretcher, but just don’t push as much with that leg.
Ok thanks, Good to know simple solutions 👍 Now I first have to recover from an avulsion fracture in that weak leg foot. I lost a battle with some stairs. Been a tough 10 months.
Sometimes I feel insecure, not fit at all and, best of all, in 7 months I'll become a dad for the first time. Three good reasons to start with a sport / cardio and take care of my body. A rowing machine looks like one of the best ways to build some muscles, definition and lose some fat. Now I am on a holiday and I just bought a Focus Fitness Row 3. Might not be a professional machine, but it got lots of good reviews in The Netherlands. When I get home I can use the rowing machine, so hopefully your videos will be a great way to keep me motivated during my rowing journey.😊
Do you recommend getting a foam seat pad, been finding lower back pain, coccyx area on most rows, tried different techniques, different row positions , not helping, any ideas, thanks
Not usually. The seat pad is good for longer rows, but in all honesty when you're getting pain at your tailbone, it usually means your pelvis is in a posterior tilt and so that bone is driving down in in to the seat causing discomfort. Work to pull your butt checks back like I talk about in the video (another way to think of it is trying to show your back pockets to anyone behind you) and see how that fares.
@@DarkHorseRowing Just to let you know - I watch you EVRYDAY - You made me a Rower!! MUCH appreciated - Even placed # 7 in a Marathon challenge (I'm 65yo)
I will be honest. You seem very knowledgeable and I want to learn to your techniques but I couldn't concentrate because the music was so bad. Don't think it's necessary while you're instructing, it's distracting.
Thank you, again! I bought a C2 and started rowing last year based on one of your older starter videos. Completely changed my life, mentally and physically. I will hit 1.4 million meters tomorrow!
That’s incredible!
I just started this week and your comment is very motivational for a true beginner!
@@danorrell good luck! Those first few sessions are the hardest, but well worth the growing pains on a journey to fitness.
for me its very similar. got almost 2 years on my c2. as you said it changes you a lot
@@tobiasbrandl8917i just bought a c2 yesterday. I haven’t been consistently active for about 4-5 years and really want to get back and get good cardio vascular workouts and figured rowing would do that while keeping my joints in good shape. How did it change you mentally and physically?
I received my first rower this week and this video helped immensely. I've used rowers before in the past but in a gym setting and no one to really show me proper form. I just went and did a 10min workout focusing on this form and I felt more muscles engaging than my previous experiences on a rower. I look forward to watching more of your videos as I row my way to a healthy life.
Hi from Kristiansand, Norway. I am 76 and follow your videos. 😊
Love it! Norway is perhaps my favorite country so I'm thrilled you're here.
A fellow Norwegian in Oslo, also following your videos😊
Thanks for the tips! This is a great consolidation of your prior TH-cam Rowing Machine Basic videos. I continue to do your beginner technique drills as warmups. I find they help reinforce technique before I start any workout. Your explanations are so concise and clear. I really appreciate it!
Whoop! Just revieved my machine over the weekend, ready to get some strokes in. Found your vid at the perfect moment. Many thanks from The Netherlands!
For beginners please, please talk about what to do even BEFORE sitting down and how to properly set the Damper setting. Every time I go to the gym, all 3 machines are pinned at '10'. Please inform people that '10' is NOT always the best setting in regards to resistance / water drag.
The way i was taught to engage the lats was they took us outside the boathouse to the sea wall and had us hang off the fence like we wanted to pull it down. Coach said "feel that? That's how you should feel every stroke."
Love your videos. 68 yr old female. Am in my 3rd week of building stamina and form. My energy has improved noticeably. Thank you!
Exactly what I'm hoping for!
I was on a collegiate rowing team for a year. and always missed it after I graduated. This is the first video I've seen that addresses what it "really" takes to row properly. In fact, this coaching is BETTER than what I got from the two guys who ran the team (nothing against them, they were great people and I might not have been mature enough to pay proper attention at that point). 5 stars! *****
I love your videos. That’s how I got in to rowing. three years ago and I love it thank you.
Amazing. So glad you're still here.
Thank you for the refresher. I did crew in college and have found after being lazy for 20yrs, I've rediscovered my love for rowing. ♥️ So much so it has helped in my 40's and being newly 50 im rocking it now. ♥️
Very instructive, even for this veteran erg-meister. The whole stroke is so elegant, but to make it so, you need to get every part working in sync. Thanks again, Shane!
Always appreciate you Bonn
Really nice and informative video! The information density is so high that this video is worth rewatching at least 10 times for any beginner. One more tip for the beginners: set up a phone or camera to record your workouts then compare your recording with all the key points in this video one by one and repeat this process every week until you cannot spot anything off. For a beginner, it is so easy to forget half of the checklist items after watching this video and only execute half of what you remember when on the machine.
Couldn't agree more! The real goal here is to get ONLY the important starter points so you can use it to watch over and over exactly as you mentioned.
Luckily found your videos 2 yrs ago when training for Spartan deka mile and fell in love with rowing after watching as many of your beginner videos I could find! I tell anyone and everyone about your channel who is looking for rowing instructional videos! I can row for an hour straight now and go to a very calm place in my head!Thank you for putting them out there!
Hello. If it helps anyone to understand what it means to "hang from the handle", go to a traction (pull up) bar and just hang from it with both hands if you are able to. The only difference when hanging from a bar is that you need to firmly wrap your hands around the bar rather than your fingers, as your fingers are not strong enough normally to keep hold of the bar. But the feeling you get from hanging from a traction bar is similar to what you should feel on your rower when you "hang from the handle"
If you can't hang from a bar due to lack of hand strength, then support some of your weight on your toes and hang.
Hope that makes sense.
Thanks Shane!! I’ve re-learnt how to row from your videos. All the drills have helped me put the stroke together. This video sums it all up so well and I still learnt something new from it today. Really appreciate what you do for us.
You’re very welcome and I’m so glad to hear this hit the mark!
Great to hear from you! I’ve been rowing with you/your videos, the past 4 yrs- and I’m still learning! Rowing became critical to my healing and recovery from a TBI. You’ve been missed- but “recovery” in life is important too! Glad you realized that and took the time off! Thank you for all you do for us! Love the humor and music too!
WE'RE BACK! Glad your'e still here with me
I bought a C2 four years ago and have been home rowing since. I find your videos inspiring. Not heard from you in a while so good to see you back. Oddly my most challenging issue has been stomach acid related and how this affects my breathing whilst doing my 5k rows. Important to not not to take antacids (like Rennie) over long periods of time as it changes your blood chemistry (apparently) which can lead to a truck load of other issues. Anyway just thought id say my bit to see if it helps anyone else.
oiled up my C2 after 2 years, currently 3 weeks into a plan. Thanks for the video. This is a great reminder of technique.......Keep pumping the videos.
Yes! Keep on keeping on. You joining us on the app anytime soon?
I am brand new to rowing and this has been the best video for getting my bearings and feeling confident starting this type of exercise. Thank you!
Amazing hearing that. That's the goal!
Perfect timing! I just decided to start rowing as it’s low impact on joints and I have RA. I got an old basic hand me down rowing machine and I’m trying to learn the proper technique with you! So thank you! Today I can feel it in my legs so I definitely did better than yesterday 😂 Trying to do 20 min a day for now. So far loving it 👍
Yes! Just build that confidence over time. No rush, just keep steadily improving.
Been wild swimming all summer but the water's getting cold! My first rowing machine is arriving in a few days. Thank you so much for this as I am an absolute beginner. Looking forward to progressing, slowly, with your vids. Btw, just turned 65, have arthritis in my feet and really need nearly no weight bearing to exercise.
Hello from China. I bought my C2 2 months ago and have been watching your videos which helped a lot. Thank you！Happy to see this fresh video😊
Great to hear! We're back baby!
Thank you so much for your videos, made a great impact on my health.
You're very welcome! Hope they continue to help.
Thanks Shane, I learnt a lot since I started rowing in July 2022 as a way of recovery after a severe stroke.
Wow, I hope it’s helped to continue progress for you?
Physical shape is better than ever, that is a good base for the rest.
Great Video. I've been using an Ergatta for a couple of years and still enjoy the clarity of your teaching. Thanks! One question @darkhorserowing -- what shoes are you wearing? They look great and I'd love to find a pair.
I bought My Concept2 2yrs ago and watched as many of your videos as possible. Your videos are great for helping me achieve my fitness goals. 🎉🎉
Keep it up, it’s so nice to hear that it’s all helping
I just added the peloton rower as I have other peloton equipment and I love it an your videos have helped me get started in a good way. Thank you.
Hi, I really like your instructions, so clear!
I had to stop rowing (with you- was doing 15 min daily) had a very bad prolapse bladder. Now I’m on manageable stage and want to start to rowing again. Could you make a video for this specific situation? Many thanks you are a big star!!!
Love the way you taught 😊
Thank you dark horse. I am learning how to row by watching your beginners rowing video. ❤
You're very welcome!
Welcome back! Missed your absence and appreciate your advice. Started rowing using your previous videos and rowing machine became my must go to at the gym
Thank you! Happy to be back.
Excellent!! This is super helpful and key information. Thank you! ✨
Thanks Shane, been watching your videos for the last 4 years since I got into using a C2 and have found them great for teaching me the basics keep up the great content
You've very welcome. Thank you for the note and glad you're still here!
Thanks for putting this information out there! do you have any videos on rowing & lower back pain? It’s the only thing holding me back from doing longer cardio sessions on the rower .. I can only go 10 minutes before my lower back is smoked
Just leaving comment to help you with TH-cam algorithms 😊
😂 I’ll take it!
Glad to see you getting back into videos !
Me too!
Thanks brilliant, clear explanation which has been very helpful.
This video truly deserves a million viewers! I can proudly report to be number 3.000. My rowing machine will arrive the day after tomorrow and I am so grateful you gave me the feeling of being prepared...-ish. Thanks!
Yes, time to become a Dark Horse!
@@DarkHorseRowing I guess ...
@@DarkHorseRowing I'm recovering from two broken knees. Turns out: getting on and off the machine is the hardest part of rowing, haha!
@@ruthlobner8114 that means the rowing is easy then!
@@DarkHorseRowing It's pain-free and it's fun. What more could one ask for?
Thanks, I just stumbled on this video. NOW I have to unlearn many bad habits😊😊
It's ok, it will take time, but it will be worth it.
Capturing broadside video of one's technique is a good way to analyze form. We may think we have great form but it's only when we see ourselves from the side that we realize form could be improved.
There, now you have your next video idea, Shane.
Writing these scripts for me!
Superb teaching. Thank you.
You are very welcome, and thank you!
Just started 2 days ago. Thanks for the video.
You got this! Welcome to the party
@@DarkHorseRowing First week went well. I took it slow and focussed on form. Now I'm up to 5000 m daily in about 30 min. Thanks again!
Possibly 521 view on your way to 1 million, good luck. And, your videos are always great.
That said, for beginners feeling the "Catch" at the catch phase is important.
The couple of kids I have shown how to row (and I have included your videos for more detailed and correct info) I have them keep one foot on the ground and pull back quickly and feel it "catch." Without the "catch" you are just spinning.
What did you think of the band drill at the end of the video to help with the catch feeling?
@@DarkHorseRowing Okay, I just tried it, and it works very well, but to clarify, my band is only 46 inches, and I couldn't get a full stroke.
To make sure I am doing it correctly (I have only rowed on Concept II, and with no instruction beyond your videos, plus a few others), I aim for a clear, very clear, "catch," and for me, it has made a lot of difference.
Anyway, thank you for the videos they are always helpful, informative, and motivating.
I am 61 and just purchased my first rowing machine! I have watched your video on 5 most
important tips, but I’d like to watch other videos in order…what’s the best way to do that? Thank you!!
Dam, I've been doing like a deadlift the whole time. Thanks needed this tutorial 👍👌😁
Yeah, too many coaches teach it as a horizontal deadlift...which it is not. There are cues that crossover between the two but they are distinctly different movements
Another good one
Glad you enjoyed it
I learned through your videos. Matter of fact, I just got off the rower a few minutes. I'm still sweaty.
As it should be!
Hi Shane! You answered so many questions I had in the back of my mind. Your videos have guided me a lot and I appreciate what you do. I am right-handed and my biceps have been developing differently. The left side looks bigger! 😅 what am I doing wrong?
Probably just a grip issue whereby one hand is over-gripping and causing that arm to break and pull first.
Thank you, that was very informative and helpful !
Can you give me a link or description where can I get this band assist? THX
Great video!!!
Thank you!!
Nice. Thank you
You’re very welcome
Can you recommend some sneakers. My running Hoka's don't seem suited to this activity. Thanks for the tutorial!
Really anything that doesn't have running cushion will be good. You want more a flat soled training shoe rather than a running shoe. Nike, rebook, TYR, Strike Movement, they all make great training options
Thanks @@DarkHorseRowing
I will try these out. I struggle a lot with neck and back pain, and bad technique was making it worse.
Slow things down. Try not to progress too fast and hammer the basics of the movement before moving forward with more.
@@DarkHorseRowing Thanks. I'm doing a few 15 min sessions a week now to focus on technique
Video idea: how does one do some rowing with one knee that is fucked. Had ACL reconstruction and have been rowing with one leg off and using a plastic slidey thing to row. Would be good to get your thoughts on how to make it optimal.
In my case, it's my right foot, my left knee, my right wrist, and my back :(
Did you catch this short I posted yesterday? th-cam.com/users/shortsnvXXY2MKf6g?si=Y0XPoR4E9UlQas3u.
@@DarkHorseRowing oh wow ha amazing. Cheers!
@@toby9999 erm what, were you sky diving and forgot to pull the shoot??
Do you have any tips on how far to extend legs? I know you're supposed to push out fully but I'm afraid of overextending and locking my knees. When I see you row I notice your legs are pretty straight, are your knees locked locked or slightly bent?
I bought a Concept 2 rower and follow your technique but I can’t get above 17 SPM. What am I doing wrong?
The Sleep powder is new - didn't know they had this one. Just went and switched from the Momentus Sleep Bundle (pills) to this new product. Great video as always, Shane.
Wait...did I say powder?
@@DarkHorseRowing “Sleep Powder” does feel questionable 🤣
@@ddowns509 😂
@@DarkHorseRowing figured out my confusion: The package for Sleep & Cognitive Support looks just like Momentous' creatine and collagen packaging (which is powder). The Sleep product your recommended arrived today and low and behold, there are individual packets of pills inside. I know you will sleep better knowing my confusion is all straighten out. 😂
@@ddowns509 I have been so confused until now 😂
My only rowing coach, and I still remember him torturing me on 2K tests....row, hate, love!
Courtland, you were here for the origin story
I have an issue with the rower I chose - I couldn't afford a concept 2, so I purchased an affordable magnetic rower. The problem I'm finding is that the handle rest is RIGHT above the pedals, so I can't get the desired 1:00 position at the catch, like you obviously can with the great Concept 2. Being short, and an absolute beginner, I thought this rower would be a good place to start, and I love it, but I'm now concerned about form related to this design issue. Any suggestions?
Just bought a new Concept2 erg high leg.
I have a strength imbalance between my right and left leg from a disk herniation 10 months ago. Pain no longer an issue but motor strength and leg buckling has resulted most likely from nerve compression. All my sports I love have been severely impacted.or I can’t do at all now. Trail running and mountain running, hiking, mtb biking, skiing both downhill and XC. My fitness has gone to hell with this injury.
Always wanted a rower and this rehab is the excuse to buy one. Long winded story sorry.
Recommendations for using the rower with leg strength imbalances and how to strengthen that weaker leg please.
Gonna check out all your videos now thank you!
Single leg rowing is a great way to work on those imbalances. You can place the strong leg on the floor. If you really want to isolate the leg otherwise you can just keep it in the foot stretcher, but just don’t push as much with that leg.
Ok thanks,
Good to know simple solutions 👍
Now I first have to recover from an avulsion fracture in that weak leg foot. I lost a battle with some stairs. Been a tough 10 months.
❤❤❤
On the Recovery, when do the shoulders move forward again to the starting position? Is it at the same time as when the hips close? Thank you!
Yeah, basically the shoulders move as a result of the hips closing, so the hip swing drives the shoulder movement before the legs bend.
Do I row with, or without music? I can’t seen to row past 17-18 spm. Is this not good? Please help!
Sometimes I feel insecure, not fit at all and, best of all, in 7 months I'll become a dad for the first time. Three good reasons to start with a sport / cardio and take care of my body.
A rowing machine looks like one of the best ways to build some muscles, definition and lose some fat.
Now I am on a holiday and I just bought a Focus Fitness Row 3. Might not be a professional machine, but it got lots of good reviews in The Netherlands.
When I get home I can use the rowing machine, so hopefully your videos will be a great way to keep me motivated during my rowing journey.😊
Do you recommend getting a foam seat pad, been finding lower back pain, coccyx area on most rows, tried different techniques, different row positions , not helping, any ideas, thanks
Not usually. The seat pad is good for longer rows, but in all honesty when you're getting pain at your tailbone, it usually means your pelvis is in a posterior tilt and so that bone is driving down in in to the seat causing discomfort. Work to pull your butt checks back like I talk about in the video (another way to think of it is trying to show your back pockets to anyone behind you) and see how that fares.
Anyone else rowing a Zone 2 5k and adjusting to this on the fly?!?!❤❤
Ha! Love that. The perfect way to watch this video
0:36 shows exactly why your the coach.
13:14 bro can’t find you in Spotify
I have carpal tunnel syndrome and when I row my left hand is numb. Have had surgery but it’s not worked, but I ain’t giving up my indoor rowing.
Be creative, and work to find the way. Best of luck
@@DarkHorseRowingYes mate but it’s uncomfortable at times ie the numbness but need to crack on or give it up. Which is not an option.
Step 1. Name your machine. Check
You aren't enjoying it enough if you haven't named it.
As a complete beginner, it has a name, but not one for mixed company.
Forget riding the rower, I want to take the coach for a ride. Use those ears like a jetski and go for a water ride.
Thank you?
Where have you been?
You got tooo big and important for free advice....
I got burned out from making so many videos that I needed a break
@@DarkHorseRowing Just to let you know - I watch you EVRYDAY - You made me a Rower!! MUCH appreciated - Even placed # 7 in a Marathon challenge (I'm 65yo)
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because of your videos im now rowing since 2 years :D love them especially the rowing workouts. i even got my GF into rowingbecause of that.
That is awesome! So glad you're both doing this now.
I will be honest. You seem very knowledgeable and I want to learn to your techniques but I couldn't concentrate because the music was so bad. Don't think it's necessary while you're instructing, it's distracting.
I've thought about trying without music...perhaps I'll give it a try
Never before have I seen such a clear explanation, kudos to you!
Glad it was helpful! Thank you
Perrrrfect timing.. thank you kind sir 🎉😊😅
I knew you were needing it so I whipped it up just for you
Have rowing machine and watch you all the time 66 old here
YES! What's been the most helpful video?