Is the Rowing Machine Really That Great?

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Is the rowing machine really a great tool for exercise? Should I row? Why should I row? What's so great about the rower?
All these common questions are often left unanswered in articles or recommendations you see from doctors, magazines, friends etc. Get help making the decision if rowing is right for you.
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@lynnmanson2387 3 года назад

We got our machine just before the pandemic started. It has literally changed our bodies, helped us mentally, and increased our quality of life. Both my husband and I have lost 40 pounds each. He rows everyday, I row 5 days a week. It’s the best investment we’ve made in each other. Keep rowing people🤗

@plusbonus1165 2 года назад

Great work . It makes sense as a good , low impact , high return workout. With walking and cycling thrown in for outside fun , you are on a winner !

@ciscojavier3083 2 года назад

I bought it yesterday. Hope I can say the same in 6 months

@lynnmanson2387 2 года назад

@@ciscojavier3083 do it every day, even if you don’t feel like it. Start out slow and work your way up. Watch videos on how to row correctly. After 10 months of rowing, I discovered I was doing it wrong. We’re at the point where we feel guilty if we don’t row, now every day. Don’t give up, keep rowing. A new you, inside and out, is in your future.🤗

@executivelifehacks6747 2 года назад

I would like it but my shoulders are stuffed.

@human9597 2 года назад

Thanks Lynn. We started rowing this year. Your comment encouraged me a lot to do what I started

@colinsavill3459 9 месяцев назад

Bought my Concept2 for my 60th birthday. 18 months later, lost some weight, got a flat stomach and now have a Vo2max that a twenty year old would be proud of. Started gently now rowing 50k a week over 4 days. I have arthritis of the spine after 40+ years in construction. Rowing has strengthened my core to such a degree that my back is almost pain free now. Wish I’d started rowing years ago but even now the results are awesome.

@losangelesteddybear6819 4 года назад

291 pounds to 217. I love the rower!!!

@DarkHorseRowing 4 года назад

That's amazing. Congratulations!

@losangelesteddybear6819 4 года назад

Dark Horse Rowing thank you!!!!

@katamedo5703 4 года назад

Congrats. Keep up the good work!!

@BaysideSoundz 4 года назад

what's your diet like? Im around 320 6'2. I want to get one of these machine and hope to lose at least 100lb within a year.

@BaysideSoundz 4 года назад

@Scott Bair wow, I got to try that and see how it goes for me plus in addition to purchasing a rowing machine. I just need some ideas on what I can replace the sugar and carbs with for breakfast and lunch. I hardly have heavy dinners

@ScottLRoyal 5 лет назад

My rower is: a great antidepressant, a great aerobic workout, an ass kicking workout and makes me more available for life.

@klausmkl 5 лет назад

I drag mine into early sunshine for added antidepressant effects.

@dynastyct 5 лет назад

It's a great antidepressant for sure.

@nikitaw1982 5 лет назад

@@klausmkl that's a great idea.

@FirstnameLastname-ii3mm 4 года назад

Xd iam a 15yo rower and it gives me depression

@ryanem969 4 года назад

Awesome! That's all cardio for me but this one's definitely zen

@BrianDillingham 4 года назад

doesn't stop repeating the intro until 1:45

@jessykapop 4 года назад

Thank you . I needed that time Stamp

@mariamontalvo1936 4 года назад

LMAO

@hondawilky 4 года назад

LOLZ, many thanks, my good man. Seriously one of my pet peeves.

@Ddocz 4 года назад

not all heroes wear capes.

@carlosvalentindavila4389 4 года назад

Thanks for being such an awesome person! i needed that time.

@robertmcdougall3520 5 лет назад

I am a 55 year old man ,I started rowing in my late forties and I was fat and rowed 5000m every day and now row 3000m five times a week, but I also include weight training as well. Since ive been rowing my weight has dropped and people comment on how I look,i have asthma and rowing has helped with that and I have not needed to see a doctor for quiet a while, so yes I will row every day during the week and have the weekend off, and again I am proud to say that I am a dark horse,and will always be one.

@DarkHorseRowing 5 лет назад

Hell. Yes. Robert.

@noelc9961 5 лет назад

im the same i had type 2 diabetes and weighing 136 kg/ 299 pounds i had shotty knees and i chose rowing being low impact and now after 6 months im now down to 104 kg/229 pounds and lost 8 inches off my waist, almost totally off all diabetes medication and i've never felt better

@MetalDetroit 4 года назад

noel Carroll Great job. I have a stamina x and love it

@luisbarrientos9665 4 года назад

Great job guys! U make me feel like its very possible. Im 44yrs 5'8 280lbs...hopefully in 1 year ill be under 200!

@anxioussamurai9017 4 года назад

@@luisbarrientos9665 You can do it!

@STLSER 5 лет назад

very true! I use it daily. I've been boxing, lifting weights,.riding my bike, etc ,but when I started rowing daily I got into much better shape its like a whole new level and it helped me break through the plateau I hit in both boxing and weight training. Not to mention rowing helped me train harder and longer, which in turn helped me loose 65lbs.

@DarkHorseRowing 5 лет назад

That's awesome Vlad, and your position is exactly what I picture when I think of people using the rower as a training tool. It's just one part of your varied fitness pursuits and yet it complements them all so well.

@fashionablylate888 4 года назад

Vlad S this is so inspiring.

@alru5792 Год назад

Good Job Buddy! Keep up the good work! I love my rower

@marcieandgeorgehopper1795 5 лет назад

I credit the indoor rowing machine and your videos along with TooTall with helping me recover from cancer treatment.

@DarkHorseRowing 5 лет назад

Wow Marcie and or George. It's truly amazing to know that we're able to help you out while we may be worlds apart. Continued support on your journey and I hope you're finding health in your life.

@marcieandgeorgehopper1795 5 лет назад

@@DarkHorseRowing It's George and thank you for your encouraging words. Just to clarify, I meant Training Tall not Too Tall. You both had a collaboration video some time back that I really enjoyed. While this is my first prolonged exposure to any sort of rowing, my father was Rutgers crew in 1953.

@DarkHorseRowing 5 лет назад

Wow, what a cool way to bridge the gap between you and your father. So happy you're here George!

@sumandas9487 5 лет назад

@@DarkHorseRowing brother i rarely used the rowing machine i managed to jumped on a boat used by our local boatman in ganges the river it have oar handle tell you the truth to cut through original water it kicked my ass.

@g13n79 4 года назад

Rowing is a cure for cancer??

@girlsdrinkfeck 4 года назад

rowing is the first time i managed to get a " runners high " , 15 mins in hard rowing the right song came on and all the pain and hot feeling went away my pupils diallted got the goosebumps and was doing 4 strokes a minute more for 10 mins before the dope ran out

@ralphchristianson 4 месяца назад

As an ex long distance runner who can not do that anymore, this gives me hope for rowing when my new rower comes in a week or so.

@stevefreed480 4 года назад

Got my Hydrow Virtual Rowing machine on August first 2019. Started rowing daily with the instructors and have rowed over 3 million meters which is like 1800 miles as of Jan 1, 2010. It has truly affected my quality of life. I have lost 35pounds, down to my high school weight, off of my diabetes meds, blood pressure meds, depression meds, no more Afibs, had the best checkups of my life, all my docs were amazed as to the changes. Even my dentist said it was the best he has seen since coming to him 40 years ago. For a 76-year-old guy, I would recommend it to everyone who wants to just improve their quality of life. I have been rowing for more than 188 days straight 2 to 3 hours a day split up throughout the day, as I work from home. I used to be a cyclist and pedaled about 75-100 miles a week and never saw the results I am getting now. Plus I get rid of my GUT! Steve

@algreene9588 4 года назад

You rowed so much, you went back in time!! 👍

@MetalDetroit 4 года назад

Outstanding!

@yonahkarp 4 года назад

So impressed. I am looking at rowing in general and the Hydrow in particular. Very inspiring.

@mijuajua4820 4 года назад

Yay Steve!❤️👍🏻

@mijuajua4820 4 года назад

Al Greene haha cute!;)

@steefpeters8843 5 лет назад

I fully agree with number 5 quality of life! I am using the machine at home now since 2002 and feel still great exercising 6 days a week at the age of 70! I am now considering to buy a bikerg as well to have more endurance workout next to the rowing. A tip: as a private person I had my Concept2 rowing machine serviced last year and it is working perfectly again! So costs per year are really very low, even in the Netherlands....

@Encourageable 3 года назад

I wanted an alternative to running so I started researching rowing. NO other workout has so many experts on form as rowing does. None. I’m so grateful that I am able to read here on RU-vid how a rowing silver medalist has terrible form and what she needs to do to correct it - the most useful critiques are from the people that have never uploaded a video to RU-vid.

@LanceCampeau 4 года назад

Started rowing at age 43... its been a great journey so far. I recently did the 100K for the second time. If I can... you can.

@Elienguitar 4 года назад

Good job bro!!! I was 45 and hit a 6:58 2000m row. Once I hit that goal I was done, training to attain that was a beesh.

@theuglyhairmonster2 4 года назад

Really does improve your quality of life, everything changed for me the way I walk, my range of motion, I can feel my movements were wrong in day to day life and fitness wise rowers are absolutely the way to go. When I first started it killed my lower back and I got cramps in my hips. None of that now.

@yin9647 2 года назад

I’m rowing in high school and all I can say that it’s helped me with everything from posture, maintaining strength, helping me notice what muscles are weaker, etc etc. It’s also helped so many friends of mine get into shape without even meaning to because it’s just such a hard sport. I plan on starting lifting soon to help myself get to the first varsity boat, currently on boat 2.

@bamafan1612 5 лет назад

I started rowing about 6 months ago and have about 8 friends that are all rowing for PR's and we are all pushing each other to be better. Can't get much better than that! Rowing is an amazing exercise.

@DarkHorseRowing 5 лет назад

That's incredible. The element of adding friends only improves every element of the workout. I can speak from experience that being around a team makes the exercise so much more palatable for me.

@dano0726 5 лет назад

It's been just over 11 months since I purchased my Concept 2 Model D rower -- the best $900 I've ever spent on exercise equipment. I row 6 days a week/40 minutes continuous and completely "detach" and "zone out" during the workout. I'm 55 years old and have seen dramatic improvement in my heart/lungs as well as the slight muscle mass/definition in my shoulders, biceps, triceps, lower chest, upper/middle abs, hips, glutes, legs, and calves...in fact, I made a promise to stick with this for a full year as my primary exercise workout.

@DarkHorseRowing 5 лет назад

Love it Daniel! Keep up the solid work.

@11Forty6 4 года назад

How is the rowing going, are you still doing it, are you starting to get a six pack? I’ve been rowing 2 months and have dropped lots of weight so far.

@Beelzerat 4 года назад

Hey. Great video. I was really hoping for some downside to rowing as I haven't been able to find one. This spring, at 59, I finally got tired of everything I was doing, which was nothing physical and it showed and I felt it. I quit everything and jumped in the harbor and started swimming. I couldn't swim well, so I taught myself a pretty mean open water freestyle and can't wait for spring. Problem. I can't swim in forty degree water. Found a used and completely workable rowing machine which nearly killed me, as did swimming as I have a tendency to overtrain. After the first two months of torn hip flexors, lower back muscles and destroyed quads, I started to get the picture. I used the rower sporadically with no schedule until two weeks ago when I have been rowing for an hour a day at twenty strokes per minute. I cannot believe the change in my life already. The swimming had started to tone me up nicely and the floor exercises were doing their thing, but rowing five to six days per week has given me energy I didn't know I had and my attitude is unbelievable. I have had a life long depression problem that no one could help with, well that's on it's way out. Only problem is I want to work out all the time. I'll deal with that. Not trying to sell anything, but just letting you know my experience. I you want to get addicted to working out, rowing is not a bad way to start. Oh yeah. Please go real slow to start. Icy Hot and tens units just so you can walk is a real bummer. And beans and veggies and water. I'll be 60 in six months and I have never had abs. I still have a ways to go to get to my goal, but I can see them without flexing. Thanks Dark Horse.

@Ratatosk80 5 лет назад

One aspect that I get from rowing is "mental confidence". Not an English speaker so lets see if I can explain it. Basically it comes down to I have tried many different sports, was pretty high amateur level long distance runner at one point for example, the mental side to rowing have been a different experience for me. I find I can push my mental limits more doing rowing. Press myself harder for longer than I thought I could, really torturing myself. Experiencing more pain and struggle than in my previous sports. Obviously it feels like hell when you are doing it but afterwards I love the feeling. It's silly maybe but after a tough rowing session I feel proud of myself, I feel like I am mentally tough, that I experienced a type of mental struggle few people do. It's a big confidence booster. The type of rowing I like to do is around 40 min with rising intensity. It's always the same mental battle. After 15 min or so I am starting to think "How the hell am I going to keep increasing the tempo? Do I feel worse today? Did I feel like this last time? No way I am going to make it to 40 min". However every time I do hit that 40 min mark and even going full out last 5 min. I haven't experienced this kind of struggle in previous sports. With running for example I could just go out and run for 2 hours on autopilot without any struggle at all when I was at my best. Rowing however the struggle starts pretty quickly but you can keep pushing through it. Be in pain for long duration without stopping. Feels like sprinting almost, something you can't keep up in running for long periods of time.

@christeal2196 5 лет назад

I nearly lost it at the Step-Brothers clip. You’re great at explaining all of this. I am starting my exercise regimen in the next month or so and have been dying to get back on the erg. I haven’t touched one since I was rowing in college, but was many lbs ago. Currently 350, and I know rowing will be a huge benefit,; you’re channel is very positive and already has me excited to row again!

@5valeria7 5 лет назад

Rehabbing my knee replacement on the rower along with other exercises. It is the best machine I have ever owned. Thanks for the great videos. They have helped a lot.

@vidyakane4741 5 лет назад

I bought Concept2 Model D because of Dark Horse Rowing !! Best investment ever !! Love using it The videos are very helpful in teaching the form and I really enjoy the “row along” kind of workouts - I do the Beginners Row workout and I get such a good workout in 20 mins. Thanks so much for the videos 😀

@hmmichael438 4 года назад

Vidya Kane just bought one of their rowers after rowing in the gym for the last year and a half. Can’t wait for it to get here for quarantine exercising haha

@bobjones5325 5 лет назад

I started rowing after I injured my foot running sprints. It is now my favorite piece of equipment for cardio.

@9000knobs Год назад

Because of you i bought a cap, put it on reverse and i am having a motivational drive i have never felt before. I am 33 and people around me ask if i have a pre midlife crisis, but i say it's not a phase. It's been 8 months now. You help me with my depression and eating disorder and the ultimate goal ... Self care, no doubts not insecure about myself anymore, self confidence and the road to a caring woman. You are kinda my hero man ... i put that 30 min 20 / 24 / 8 mins advanced course up all the time, and i arranged a concept 2 model D while having financial dept to get me on track again. I broke the cheap first rower because i wrecked it YEAH ! This stuff means the world to me. I don't know if you know this, but you are the best thing that ever happened to me in a long time. Thank you man. I don't usually comment on these vids, but the power you gave me is unbelievable. I walk with my head up now, chest pumped and vision on the future. I am still too fat tho... I do have bad days all the time , where i binge eat to co op with the stress, but rowing is one of the only things that seriously put me in a good drive and a mental state where i really want to work on myself. After a workout of 30 mins, i feel so much better, so much confident and the dopamine rush is just not comparable with the fastfood. You don't feel guilty afterwards and it freaking boost your brain so much. Ok, i guess i have made my point. Oh yeah, one more : I have a stairs with all pictures of motivational people. You are next to captian Jonathan Archer from the USS Enterprise. Thanks for teaching fat insecure nerds the way to happiness.

@warrenhardy8979 4 года назад

Thank you for this incredibly informative video. Rowing has been my go to cardio for the last 2 years since my LCL tare. Looking into buying one for my home and thank you for the genuine opinion

@noxylm 4 года назад

After getting back into full time fitness I knew I had to make the rower part of my gym routine, so now after stretches I jump on it for a 2000 - 3000m warm up because it gets everything flowing + your heart rate up. Anyway excellent video it made me subscribe. 💪👍

@Jack-ur4in 3 года назад

The rowing machine is a great piece of kit....added to the rest of what you do to keep fit will definitely keep you on track. If It’s tough sweaty and knackering it’s gonna be working for you!

@KurtPapke 5 лет назад

Great video - this seemed to really come from your heart.

@DarkHorseRowing 5 лет назад

It did Kurt, they always do.

@goo5976 5 лет назад

I row 90 mins a day during recovery. It's a good low impact aerobic exercise while I heal after my ultra marathons (4 to 6 weeks). It also translates into being a better runner!

@seagrave7336 4 года назад

I am a 66 year old retired firefighter who just purchased a Concept 2 D after I broke my right great toe during a bike ride. Now after watching your video I know I need to learn the correct technique. Thanks for your vids.

@EspenFrafalne 3 года назад

I got a kayak a few years ago, and this is by far the best exercise i have tried when it comes to improving my mood. I guess training the back like that have very good effects the central nervous system. A rowing machine will probably not be as beneficial as the "twisting motions" from doing "alternate strokes" with a kayak, but i would think it is at least plenty better than just doing "reversed situps". I just ordered a hydraulic rowing machine, so im really hoping i can do "alternate strokes" on that machine.

@dianahartley-kim7109 3 года назад

I just got a rower because of your videos and I am loving it!

@chrisholmes2054 4 года назад

I joined a gym 4 years ago at the age of 50 to get in shape. The water rower was one of my "go to" work out devices. I pretty much use it every time I go (3 to 4 times a week) and row either 3k or 5k meters. I'm content that I can do a 5k row in less than 20 minutes. There are also other exercises that can be done on the rower besides just "rowing". Have someone show you rollouts, plank -pikes, bicep curls and tricep extensions. I also do crunches with weights and rear reaches to the ground to give the obliques a work out. It really is a flexible machine! I get asked all the time why I'm on the rower so much and I explain that if I'm doing 30 strokes a minute for 20 minutes then I've done 600 leg exercises, 600 core exercises and 600 arm exercises :)

@brimac58 Год назад

You related to Big John?

@brimac58 Год назад

😂

@gmancolo 7 месяцев назад

Got a link to a video showing those alternate exercises?

@jakeizlove 5 лет назад

It's a great part my overall fitness plan.

@andrewedlund6194 5 лет назад

My humble opinion is the rowing machine is for everybody...as long as it is done correctly.

@DarkHorseRowing 5 лет назад

Love it Andrew, and I hope you share that message.

@ChessMasterNate 4 года назад

If you are missing an arm or two, it might be a challenge. I guess you need good teeth then?

@AbideinChristFully 4 года назад

@@ChessMasterNate you know what he means :)

@GeraldHarris-cf2zh 4 года назад

@@ChessMasterNate there's always one...this time it's you.

@executivelifehacks6747 2 года назад

My shoulders are stuffed, would love to be able to incorporate it tho

@ashleycornwell67 Год назад

It’s only right that a video like this shows up when they want to learn more about rowing as an exercise option. Agreed on all points. Very well said

@MrAjking616 4 года назад

Just got a Concept2 and, although it was very expensive, it was money well spent. Dabbled in rowing for years, but now a full fledged member. This is my new workout closer no matter what I do. 500m row 40 pushups 400m row 30 pushups 300m row 20 pushups 200m row 10 pushups 100m row

@tobythornton603 4 года назад

How long does that usually take, end to end? Just curious.

@ezwriter101 4 года назад

I'm 60 and rowed when I was in college. I have never loved any sport or form of exercise more than that one, and that included waking up at 5:00 in the morning to get to the water by 5:30. Running, swimming, yoga ... couldn't touch it. Over the decades, I've slowed down, have had numerous medical ailments, and decided to get back into rowing. Alas, no boat, no club, and no doubt at this point I'd tip over. I bought a machine. I love it. I'm back home. It feels right. It clicks and the sound, the movement, the regularity of breath, the challenge....yeah, I'm back on the water in my mind! My knees don't hurt. This is great. Thanks for being a guide! (The only thing that would make it more fun would be a pair, quad or and 8!).

@ArtByEmilyHare 4 года назад

Just returned to regular gym trips in the last couple of weeks and have fallen in love with the rowing machine. The cross trainer is just too frustrating and doesn't seem to be very difficult either. I've not been to the gym in so many years and just a few days on the rower has made me feel so much better. I still haven't quite got the technique perfected but not far off!

@martysmith5260 5 лет назад

Take my advice: Buy the Waterrower. I did, and love the rushing wave sound and the feel of the whole machine. I HATE the look and chain noice of other machines. The Waterrower looks amazing sitting in my home gym.

@leopoldbloom4835 5 лет назад

Marty Smith plus one!

@Ghostrider-71 4 года назад

I started rowing in grade school and I just bought a Concept 2 rower. My drive way has a 3 degree angle to it so I row 1000m facing down the driveway as a warm up and then at the end of my workout, I row 1000m facing up the driveway. Usually a 5 second difference in time. It gets pretty tough the last 300m. What a great way to start and end a workout.

@UnknownGunslinger 5 лет назад

I’ve been rowing for about 4 years. I’ve got Chrons and for the past two years Arthritis. Rowing is great, despite my limitations! It is indeed low impact on the joints, but it’s a real workout that is going to leave you breathless and exhausted. I can highly recommend the rowing machine on that front.

@DarkHorseRowing 5 лет назад

That's so cool to hear. It's amazing how many of you guys find the machine and are able to use it despite any number of illnesses that could otherwise set you back. Congratulations on your health and longevity and taking fitness into your own hands!

@thepcguy007 3 года назад

Hello. Thanks for the videos and good advice. There was a rowing machine that I really enjoyed using at a gym I used to go to years ago. Lately I've been looking for a low impact workout. Stationary bike is getting boring, I broke my ankle 6 weeks ago so treadmill is out for another few months and it messed up my knees anyways... so I just bought NordicTrack (rw300) rowing machine yesterday... looking forward to watching more of your videos... That's all, don't know why I posted this comment, except for... Thanks for the good content. Have a nice day.

@solitudeguard5688 4 года назад

Yes. It’s an excellent and convenient way to stay in shape. I saved you 10 minutes of your precious time.

@Serv.Mqikwa 4 года назад

Just for the record, I watched a few videos from this channel but this is the one that made me subscribe. That's now because I liked what I heard, but it's the manner in which it was presented. Nice one, thank you.

@rileywhittenberger5258 4 года назад

When I was Navy we had a rowing machine on the ship ( go figure) and I used to get a great workout with it, always felt great afterwards. Since then in my civilian years I could never find a rowing machine in a gym SO i will be purchasing one very soon of everything that you explained about it and my personal history with it. Thank you for the vid...

@waywardvoid Год назад

I actually watched a lot of people do it wrong and right the first time I used one, like you said if you focus on the "mechanics", I felt the resistance at the right pace for me, it was intuitive.

@chadolive1 5 лет назад

hey man sweet video...been in te gym for three years now, legs are the only life i haven't been training...medical reasons...but I have been given the green light to do so, lotta walking so some movement there, but seven days a week i know that's frowned upon, but I am not just in to get the physical, i work most of the lifes mental stresses there, I work hard every time at whatever i put my mind into...check and back, shoulders, and arms are my routine on different days on repeat. I would like to add rowing I am after strength gains, but I have put my heart and lungs last and I think rowing is my choice. The one question i did have is, I do listen to music when i workout, I know the mechanics in this machine are key, I am looking for any tips or feedback or links or me being a part of your community sounds awesome! and if I need to cut out music to get the right mechanics cool no problem, here to learn, and I am so excited to work legs into my routine so yeah sorry for the mini-series I appreciate your time. Cheers for now. ps was at 260 in weight lost 30 lbs but put on 30 in muscle.

@deacman80 4 года назад

I incorporated rowing into my workout routine 2 months ago and love it! Rowing has replaced my treadmill activity. I do 2 min warmup, then do 8 round of 30 secs high intensity/1:30 recovery. By the end I'm dead and feel great!

@verbon47 2 года назад

treadmill aint shit mate, might aswell take a 30 min walk outside that way you get some sunlight. like the treadmill is just boring ashell (my opinion ofc)

@JohnPyskaty 4 года назад

I have arthritis of the spine and the rowing machine has helped tremendously. I have had to put mine on top of two milk crates so it is easier to get on and off.. I do not do the sliding and bending of the knees because those joints have problems. I do bend all the way forward from my waist which is wonderful for my core and now have six pack abs. Have had to go from large to x-large shirts because of shoulders and midriff. My machine has actual arms like row boat which is wonderful since I can mix up some variation in my arm movement, circular for my rotator cuffs, etc. Great strength and cardio workout!!!

@fotografkennethlund 2 года назад

That's a really great video with factual advice ! Thanks !

@Fwibos 5 лет назад

used to row around lakes with my dad. Now I want to use the erg to gain greater vo2 max and endurance while losing weight.

@DarkHorseRowing 5 лет назад

That's fantastic and such a great call back to a fond memory I'm sure.

@angelica0269 2 года назад

@@DarkHorseRowing is concept 2 rower good for building muscle tone? I use it at my private one in one gym just for 1-2 minutes at a high intensity in between workout sets and I love that sense of accomplishment feeling I get every time my trainer add rowing in my rotation. As I am now considering on buying my own rowing machine I found a review that mentioned that the concept 2 is just good for cardio or for those who are looking to loose weight. It is thus true? I no am already a very thing woman who started to exercise not too long ago so I wish to simply add some fun to my home workout routine and keep muscle tone while improving my cardio resistance. I enjoyed your video very much so I am glad I found you. Looking forward to your response 😊

@IcanWinBig 4 года назад

Thank you for making this video. Best information as I’m contemplating purchasing a rower.

@imakeitwhynot 3 года назад

Good advice. i always hated going to the gym, but for some reason always enjoyed going on the rowing machine, I'm not sure why I didn't just get one for my home as it would be something that I may like doing in terms of exercise. I was always worried that it may not be good for the back, but then again it may actually strengthen my back. I'm not sure.

@rlwaters 5 лет назад

Bad back l5s1 herniated disc. Never had surgery. I deal with it. Don’t like running for that reason, elliptical hurts when resistance is increased, hate sitting on a bike and just sitting and peddling. The Rower is something that I have enjoyed doing without pain and it tones the stomach more than those machines. It’s a machine I know will last 20+ years and a lifestyle change that I need to make since it will last! Dark horse helps achieve that goal! Great video!

@DarkHorseRowing 5 лет назад

That’s awesome to hear. There’s far more proof in the testimonials than in my thoughts so I love seeing these stories.

@lyndabell7402 2 года назад

I'm inspired and encouraged. Thanks 😊

@pokrec 4 года назад

To aerobic and anaerobic trainings I would add another one: ergometric. It is about maximizing your joule output within a preset time. And it is really what ergometers are about. Because minimizing time of doing some distance means directly maximizing the physical work made in the time of the training.

@impidoo 4 года назад

I love the Rower so much that i just bought one for isolation. ❤️

@anjigill8742 4 года назад

I need to buy one how did u go about it tku👍🏻

@impidoo 4 года назад

Anji Gill I bought it directly from concept rowers 👍🏼

@sunwm2003 4 года назад

I am going to spend over $1000 to buy the waterower rower you treat myself. Damn virus!

@mademoisellecalixte339 4 года назад

@@sunwm2003 I'm considering it as well. I always wanted to get one.

@ScottLRoyal 4 года назад

In 2016 I bought a used Concept2 model C. 2.6M meters later and it's one of the best investments I've made.

@edinborogh 5 лет назад

in my opinion, this was one of the best videos ever. I really enjoyed watching. thanks!

@DarkHorseRowing 5 лет назад

Thank you!

@mordreddelavirac Год назад

For me, the rowing machine is the best, and i think it is a great choice for any gym noob like myself. You choose the intensity of the exercise so you don't feel like you have taken a beating after your first gym session, it works almost all your body, it's a complicated movement but once you get the hang of it, you get into the rhythm and it's a great feeling. I lost 20kg in 3 months by fasting and doing at least 60 minutes of cardio daily, ended up spending at least half of that time on the rowing machine, it's really a great workout.

@DarkHorseRowing Год назад

That’s amazing!

@arnoldoaguayo5844 9 месяцев назад

Super fucking machine, 30 min of rowing is a lot to me.

@celinahatton2653 9 месяцев назад

20kg in 3 months 😮😮😮

@celinahatton2653 9 месяцев назад

@@arnoldoaguayo5844I just started, and I can only maintain a stroke rate of 20/m for 20 minutes, and the last 5 minutes of that I am wishing for that timer to hit the 20 minute mark 😂

@mordreddelavirac 9 месяцев назад

Losing weight is not such a hard thing to do if you set your mind and your heart to it. You just have to change your habits and endure a bit of hunger. You can do it.@@celinahatton2653

@alonsoperez3547 5 лет назад

This is actually a well put together video

@tbok75 Год назад

My lady has a peloton bike and has been interested in their new Row. I don't think it's worth the cost BUT, having seen this, checks all the boxes and makes me want one - not the peloton row but a row machine nonetheless. Thanx much for this thorough explanation.

@jamieohjamie 3 года назад

I started rowing to keep fit for kayaking. It's a great way to simulate the efforts of kayaking.

@THE_BEAR_JEW 4 года назад

I now do most of my cardio exclusively with low impact methods. The row machine is great for when my legs are dead from the airbike or super inclined treadmill. Imo if there's no reason to wear out your joints, why do it? I think the row machine is also helpful for people with muscle imbalance, it helps develop your back strength while also getting cardio in.

@VMM34 4 года назад

Will a rowing machine target muffin tops on a woman? I can't find any info anywhere. If you're sitting on your muscles how can they get excercised and toned? I don't know if to buy an elliptical trainer or a rowing machine, primarily for muffin tops, stomach and arms. I hope you can reply 😁 Thank you !

@ambermiller2512 3 года назад

Who knew...I love rowing! Hello, I had a stroke, 5 years ago. I have Aphasia/Apraxia Thank you so much for your help.

@christianborrero4098 4 года назад

Hey DH community. Just recently purchased a rowing machine (not concept2 brand unfortunately due to finances) and I’m excited to start my training. Do you guys stretch/warmup prior to getting on the machine? Any tips would be appreciated!

@nellefsen 5 лет назад

You are the man Shane! I'm glad I stumbled across your channel last year, and have loved being part of your Crew the last couple of months. Rowing has been fantastic, and I'm still planning on getting on the water in the Spring.

@DarkHorseRowing 5 лет назад

That's AMAZING! First off, love having you in the Crew as well, and it excites me to no end that you're planning on getting on the water. I always say, it's not about the rowing but if you fall in love with the sport while you're at it, all the better. Can't wait to hear about how your experience on the water goes.

@nellefsen 5 лет назад

@@DarkHorseRowing Hopefully as dry as possible. ;-)

@DarkHorseRowing 5 лет назад

😂

@lawrencebraul9722 4 года назад

I am approaching 3 million meters rowed. I started rowing to improve my fitness for squash. But a knee injury led to me quit playing squash about 3 years ago. So I stepped up the rowing and for 3 years it has been my main gym workout. Surprisingly, my injuries slowly healed. My shoulder and knee now feel better. Yesterday I played a friend. (We always played before.) It went so well that I am going to start playing in the club ladder. I have slipped a few rungs but it doesn't really matter. I am almost 65 years old. It felt good and I attribute the healing process to the Concept 2 rower.

@oOHiggsFieldOo 4 года назад

damn, ads became really smarter. just joking, or am i?

@MrMZaccone Год назад

The thing I like about rowing, specifically my concept 2, is that I can use it to gauge what sort of general shape I'm in with one number ... WATTS! I used to train amateur MMA fighters and testing to see how many watts they could average over three rounds was a great way to know if they were ready to step into a cage without gassing out. Fundamentally, how many watts your lean body mass can put out for how many minutes is just a good objective gauge of fitness ... period.

@jamesboniface8779 Год назад

As a 60 y/o arthritic, ex-athletic Orthopedic surgeon, I recommend rowing to any patient willing listen. I bought a Concept 2 years ago and used it intermittently until this year. I have an arthritic shoulder from multiple dislocations, two arthritic knees and a recent hip replacement, most from high school and collegiate football and rugby. After my hip replacement I tuned up the rower and started using it in earnest. I can't emphasize the benefits for increasing knee flexibility, leg, core and shoulder strength. If you're looking for a great overall work out, do the following: buy a rower or join a gym that has one (or several), and then, this is important, WATCH AS MANY INSTRUCTIONAL VIDEOS AS YOU CAN! Proper form is extremely important to 1) avoid injury 2) enhance performance, and 3) assure total upper and lower body conditioning.

@DarkHorseRowing Год назад

Can I hire you to be my spokesperson?

@DarkHorseRowing Год назад

Serious question, how do I find more orthopedic surgeons like you to connect and help patients?

@gracelucio9162 4 года назад

So seriously considering purchasing a rower since I've been suffering with plantar fasciitis now on both feet ...can't do treadmill which was my go to....after watching this video and reading the comments...getting a ROWER!!!!

@DarkHorseRowing 4 года назад

YES! You're making a great choice.

@yamaharaptor01able 3 года назад

Excellent video, thank you!👍💪

@fabiopunk1661 4 года назад

I have a concept 2 since 20 years, I bought it to cure my lower back problem and it DID help! Since then I use it regularly mostly in the winter. It is great but extremely BORING. Listening to music helps, still it is B-O-R-I-N-G. yet again, I keep my concept 2 and love it

@SF_Native 4 года назад

I was able to score a C2 rower yesterday. I love it! I have been searching for months, then COVID hit and everyone wanted 1500-2000 for their rowers. Glad i found a fairly new one for around retail price from Craigs!!

@camgig9995 4 года назад

How much did you end up paying? Is it C2 Model D or E?

@SF_Native 2 года назад

@@carriegreenleaf9612 I'n not sure what your question is? But yes, I still use it. I rotate around though, I also have a Rogue Echo bike and a treadmill.

@SF_Native 2 года назад

@@carriegreenleaf9612 Oh gotcha. Yes I have a Concept 2 rower, I don't have any experience with the CR two. Good luck!

@qaizersethi909 5 лет назад

Great video as always! Just got a Concept 2 myself and it is great.

@DarkHorseRowing 5 лет назад

Awesome! What was the deciding point that made up your mind?

@qaizersethi909 5 лет назад

@@DarkHorseRowing As you said I find rowing is a great way to improve your quality of life and it is low impact. I really enjoy it. As for the Concept 2 I have seen it in gyms everywhere and it is used by Olympic rowers so there was no comparison for me when it came to making up my mind. Keep up the good work!

@DarkHorseRowing 5 лет назад

All excellent points and thank you. We're always out here trying to help our community so it's nice to hear we're all in it together.

@TheBigern22 5 лет назад

Started rowin a 1.5 months ago..plagued with plantar fasciitis, gout etc. By far this machine will flat out work you. Added weight training and a sensible balanced diet and i can already see results

@DarkHorseRowing 5 лет назад

Fantastic Ernj!

@johnswimcat 4 года назад

I love my rowing machine. It's only a cheap one and I've had to open it up and replace the strap, also replace the tracks and seat wheels but I'm on it most days for a good workout. It's really satisfying pulling against a good resistance. If you haven't used one before go easy at first and ALWAYS warm up before and after you do a session. If I had to replace the machine I would go straight for a Concept 2 though the one I've got has been quite good. If I could only have one exercise machine at home it would definitely be a rower

@AlejandroMinnelli 4 года назад

Great video, I'm planning on buying a rower! And when you mentioned the Titanic I was thinking exactly the same thing, looking back it seems sadly ironic that they put a rowing machine on a ship that was destined to sink on the first trip.

@MsMarmolade 3 года назад

I have an ankle pronation that has become excruciating after only a few minutes of walking. This sounds perfect for me. By the way, you are a GREAT speaker!

@marcelopisani8157 4 года назад

Thank you for the video, a nice one!., this weekend i need to buy a machine to exercise at home and i was thinking first to get a crosstrainer ( i enjoy in the gym) ,but a friend told me to try a rower ( i have not done yet that and i will not now because gyms are closed).....i been watching plenty videos how great a rower is....my only concern is if with some type of lower back pain that i have sometimes it is a good idea to get a rower or i just stick with a cross trainer.Thanks again and i will appreciate a response!.Best regards

@LIVNLEARN 4 года назад

I’m 39 years post bariatric surgery looking to firm up my body as I’ve lost over 80lbs so far...considering indoor rowing as my alternative to the gym because I have young kids & don’t have time for the gym...thoughts please?

@patrickkealy4387 4 года назад

The water rower is my choice for a great workout. It gives by far and away the closest thing to actually being on the water from the comfort of your home or gym.

@calitrackguy2010 3 года назад

I’ve been working out for the past 15 years I’ve only recently in the past couple years, started to incorporated the row into my routine. This video hands down will have me hitting the row more often. Great vid, good info, well put together material! Thank you.

@Matty-fl2tu 4 года назад

Yes it is, been rowing 10 years from age of 19, resistance got easier as time went by so i now have a body max r70i Infiniti in bedroom and do a good vigorous 6km daily the resistance to this machine is like level 1 = 5 to the concept resistance and it has 16 level max which is Some good solid resistance, however concept is better for stroke perfecting and towards on the water rowing as it mimics and I'mproves performance considering on the water is around a 3-4 resistance it's fairly low anyway.

@LilFoxyCosplay 4 года назад

I love how it’s low intensity but just as good as other machines we used to have an exercise bike I hated it but I love the rower

@melarchuleta8886 4 года назад

Dude awesome video I have bad knees and shoulders and I am going to try this machine 👍

@jaimemartinez7598 4 года назад

We just became best friends!!! Thank you

@ayenfontanilla3947 5 лет назад

This video is absolutely for me :-)

@Weightlossjourney24 4 года назад

Thank you great video 👍

@jimmyt929 5 лет назад

Great video and very informative. Just starting out and treated myself to the Concept 2 rower. Look forward to seeing more videos and workout. I am looking to lose weight (roughly 20kilos) but have been finding impact exercise are causing me problems so hopefully this will help massively.

@MMMM-sm2rm 4 года назад

I'm here because my Planet Fitness recently got two rowing machines and I look like I'm having a seizure while stroking out trying to use them.

@hmmichael438 4 года назад

M MMM keep up the fun! You will be on max resistance before you know it

@floridadawgs 4 года назад

I just started and I love it. I'm old and my knees can't take running. I love to row!

@andrewlopson3394 3 года назад

If that's what old looks like, then you make it look awesome...!

@floridadawgs 3 года назад

@@andrewlopson3394 Thanks but that picture is 8 years old. I changed it to a current one. Still love to row. :)

@oscarlohens8586 5 лет назад

I got a cheapie one off Amazon and using it just a few times a month has fixed my horrible pinched neck/arm nerve pain probably via posture correction.

@yonahkarp 4 года назад

Wow, which one did you get?

@holliefelmet9024 3 года назад

Oh my goodness! I just bought one from Amazon (I think the brand is called MaxKare) for the same exact reasons. I’m excited to see if it helps!!

@oscarlohens8586 3 года назад

@@yonahkarp Sunny Health & Fitness SF-RW5639, but honestly at this point I'd recommend a good set of resistance bands with a door hinge. Way cheaper and much more versatility.

@mindyjohnson661 4 месяца назад

@oscarlohens8586 That is the same one I just ordered. I didn't want to pay hundreds of dollars on something I'm not sure I'll like. Plus I don't have the room for big equipment not even sure where I'll put this yet, but looked to be smaller than the other 1s I've seen like at our gym it was big.

@lone_ghostie4594 4 года назад

So, I've been researching getting a rower machine looking for an alternative to running because i just ruptured my Achilles tendon and start rehab on monday. im trying to roughly lose about 40 lbs. is there any tips you might have to offer? im no stranger to this machine and i actually really enjoy it but ive never been more serious about it as i am now.

@ashneel 4 года назад

Ive recovered from a slipped disc. Can I use one?

@emilyhops2566 4 года назад

I rowed on the water for a year but it's too expensive a sport for me to continue. I loved it and was very very fit. HOWEVER i never wore a watch and i never timed how long we were actually rowing for per session. What is the best length of workout on a machine to give me the same results? I rowed on water twice a week only. Many thanks!

@david.leikam 3 года назад

Getting an used WaterRower Club today. Thank you for all your insight and research! 👍

@david.leikam 3 года назад

My gym closed down in March/April and I’m done waiting for coronavirus sheltering in place to end. Also, I want to save time, with it just having it literally feet away from me to jump on and row during working at home.

@enaalvarenga4623 3 года назад

This was an awesome video and very well explained. I like how you breakdown the context. Thank you for the video. I have a quick question. I will like to purchase a rowing machine. Besides the one link in the video; will you be so kind to suggest other rowing machines in the industry that you know of. Thanks again.

@cameronsnodgrass5883 3 года назад

Hey man love the video and the advice you’ve given. Ive recently started researching and lookin at getting a rowing machine to workout and hopefully lose some weight. I used to have a treadmill nd would run a lot but it really put a lot of strain on my feet and knees especially before I lost a good amount of weight. With me being young (23) and not having the money to get a real expensive top of the line row machine. I was wondering if you had any recommendations on a good row machine below $500?

@browner420 2 года назад

As a 62 yr old 🇨🇦 wieght lifting man I started rowing 9 months ago. No other exercise has given me the benefits that rowing has.Im stronger with way more cardio and flexibility. Ontario 🇨🇦 opens up once again on the 31st after a 3 week BS lockdown.