You inspired me! I bought a used Concept 2 today. I did 2 10 minute beginner workouts. I’m about to turn 63 soon and I want to be the healthiest I can be. I don’t need to lose weight but I do need to work on muscles. I don’t want to turn into a humpback old lady… Thanks for all you do!
I started rowing seriously in 2020 when I bought my own C2 during Covid I followed Shane , he taught me a lot . I now row 2x1hour zone 2 and a 30 minute zone 4/5 weekly as well as 2 weights sessions . My body weight is 95kgs at 6ft 2ins and my 2k time is 7:25. I am 63 . Shane is a slick communicator, if you’re starting off he should be your go to .
I love this channel! I've had my C2 rower for a long time. I never got serious about rowing until I joined a virtual rowing group last September. I discovered many rowing RUclips channels but I feel Dark Horse is the BEST! I found videos on rowing machine basics, rowing mistakes, tips to increase drive and length, technique drills, chill rows etc. Last Concept 2 season I rowed over 1 million meters. I have never done anything like that! I owe it all to Shane and Dark Horse. Your explanations, motivation and smile are excellent. Thank you for all you and your team do for us!
@@bruceharris929 google or search RUclips. DarkHorse rowing is good. If you have a Concept 2 rower and use the log you can search for virtual rowing groups.
I'm 58, 6' 4" tall, overweight at nearly 17st (mainly big belly) and not very well due to various chronic health conditions. I've bought a cheap second-hand machine, rubbish by the standard of the Concept 2, but it works. Every day for 30 days would kill me, and I don't mean that figuratively. I'm trying to do a DH 20min row-along for beginners 3 times a week, but I just stop when it gets too much. Yesterday I managed the full 20mins for the first time, so either there is some improvement or I was just having a better-than-average health day. I need to keep being really careful and only build up when I feel ready to but I'm hopeful that, if I can improve my strength and fitness a bit and shed a few pounds by rowing it could improve my life, if only a little. Wish me luck.
Best of luck, you're in a better place than me. Just done my first rowing session having only been to the gym once 20 years ago. Be strong, you've got this.
@@paulruwona547 You too mate. I'm taking it really slowly - it took me 20 years to get into the state I'm in, there isn't going to be any quick fixes, and I don't want to create a mental block by overdoing it. I'm no longer having to have a lie down after 20 minutes, so that's surely progress! ;)
Just found this channel a week or so ago. Never liked rowing. But I had to cross train due to shin splints. I watched some of Dark Horse's videos. And viola... I love rowing now. From less than 5 minutes of rowing, now I can do 30 minutes! I'm amazed. Thanks. 🎉😁👍
Congrats on the 'lifestyle' change you may be stunned how much $ you'll save let along the cognitive clarity a year or so down the road [once your body chemistry settles into its natural state] - all the best
I started rowing and watching your videos a year ago. Now I do 4-5 short workouts a week + 2-3 times a week play tennis. I work on my computer and I had terrible back pains. Now I'm cured. And I feel that my overall fitness level went up. See you tomorrow during "20 minute HIIT rowing workout" ;)
Just bought a used concept 2 rower. Bad boy was only used for 4 hours ( got it for a steal at $600) can’t wait to start implementing things from this channel!
Just finished 600,000 in 60 days. It’s was pretty damn hard. I’m 60 years old. Probably did not feel this good when I was 18. But when you work that hard you watch what you eat and get plenty of rest. Not really a sore muscle or joint in my body. I am a bit amazed that I was able to do it. 😅
During COVID I got a concept rower and got in the habit of following your workouts every morning at 6:30. Consistency was there, noticed a difference in body composition big time. I need to get back in that habit Thanks for the workouts
Im in my 70 s and female love my rowing machine. I have arthritis in both shoulders but it doesnt stop me from rowing . I only row at the Level 2 which is nothing compared to what I use to do. I am a little timid about increasing the tension on the machine. I think I may try it for 5-10 min and then go back to level 2. I use to paddle outrigger canoe in the ocean which is different but it so reminds me of my younger years. The coach use to put a tire on the bow of the canoe to train us . That was so we could paddle through the waves when we went further into the swells. Thanks for this video. I only row 3 times a week for 20 to 30 mins. But I am going to set a bit higher goals.. Any suggestions from anyone my age and would b helpful. I do stretch and it is so helpful avoiding injury and makes me feel good. Happy rowing
I’m on my 40th day of rowing every day as off today’s workout. Bought a second hand rower on a Swedish marketplace and started watching you @DarkHorseRowing and hammered your “beginner” videos to kinda get the technique down the first 7 days (a tip here is to actually record you self to see what your doing right and mostly the things your doing wrong 😂). Since I’m living I Europe and we use real measurements here but this is what a started out as 186cm tall, weight at a cool 125kg and 44y old (You guys on the other side of the pond use google to translate that in to you weird ass measurement 😂) Can tell that the body have change quite a bit in just this 40 days and I have hade zero issues with injuries, just sore muscles from time to time. Everything in life has become a lot easier, walking, getting up and down from stuff, stairs and so on. Now I find it fun and kinda soothing to row and I’m going to keep my streak up because I see no reason why not and I’ve actually ordered a brand new C2 rower to get even better metrics from my rowing.
Hey mate, thanks for your valueable reply. Im 45 now and from Germany. 1,88 with 113kg and just bought a Concept 2. Your comment is really motivating tho, in the sense that we are very similar age, height and weight wise. I will have it a go as well. Thanks and God bless
@@Eisenhammer78 Go for it! I’m at my 63rd day now of rowing everyday, can tell you that the body transformation is quite drastic, would say that I’m fit yet but I’m not far from it, feels great and the only downside is that hardly any clothes fits any more everything is a size or two too large 😅
@@zerobeaufortwindsurf Well that have changed over time, I was a total newbie too rowing from the start so the first two weeks I would say that I only focused on getting the technique somewhat correct by watching different RUclips videos and trying to copy it (here is were recording your self comes in handy). But nowadays I roll on a 3 days schedule, first day low impact 2:25/500m 18s/m for like 40-ish min, second day moderate impact 2:13/500m 20s/m 40-ish min and the third day I do either intervals or “race” tempo intervals = 1:40/500m for 500m and rest for 1000m and repeat like 4-5 times, race I would say 2:05/500m for 40min (Still hunting that elusive 10 000m in under 40min , P.B as off today 9 780-ish meter) But of course all those times has gone down since a started and still going in a downward trend and I’m still trying out different dragfactors 😅
Ive done a 2000 meter row and a 10 mile indoor bike ride every day for the past 5 weeks. I've lost 24 pounds, I've gone from having to do a few quick breath breaks to hit 10 minutes, to hovering around 9 minutes, I'm finally in low 8s about to break into 7s. My resting heart rate has also gone from low 90s to low 60s and improving. While I use the bike primarily for my weight loss, I will always swear by the row. My approach isn't quite like you recommend, but it has worked for me. (P.S. a 10 mile bike ride at 25 or so mph and 95 rpm is a cool cool breezy walk in the park next to the row)
My rowing distance every time are 7KM - 10KM. i've the waterrower avarage pace is 2:06min/500m. my question is if rowing these distances during 30days can be harmfull? thanks
I've recently started a rowing workout regime and had a few questions concerning these workouts. I watched this video twice and none of my questions/concerns were answered. I guess I'll look elsewhere.
A little late to this one, but I did literally this in December. Rowed 10k every day for 31 days (it was actually 311km in 27 sessions, due to Christmas day, work commitments, and a couple of days off). Was already rowing once or twice a week as part of a mixed training regime. Noticeable changes - increased Ankle/Achilles strength and flexibility. Quads became stronger in the front, losing some in the side built from cycling. Glutes really leaned off. Big increase in shoulders and mid back strength. Downsides - a bit of atrophy on the arms as I didn't do any weights for 30 days. Over the month my average 500m pace dropped by 4 seconds, average watts up a little.
@@EdwardsNH me as well, but still rebuilding upper body strength after shoulder rebuild. Try maxing out resistance and keeping the handle tight at your waist & do leg only reps.
Started rowing consistently 3 years ago when i was about 70 pounds overweight.. slowly added in bodyweight exercises and it has totally transformed my body. I'm 48 and get asked all the time how I got in such amazing shape :)
Love the channel, certainly provides good food for thought for how to change things up. Started a course of a row-a-day in March, 3k meters everyday for March, up to 4k a day for April, and was up to 5k a day for May before getting sick. Using the next week to reset with some lighter rows before getting back on track of 5k a day in June. Every session I've recorded time, number of strokes, distance splits, and things like energy & breathing levels. The goal is to hit 1 million meters before the end of the year, and progressively build up so that half marathon and full marathon distances are realistic goals come mid-2025.
I need to get rid of 20 pounds and sadly I don"t like doing cardio (treadmill is so boring), 2 days ago I started with row and I do like it, but for now I can handle 15 min. Hope I can say bye bye to my chubby Bunnies lol
Hi Shane. I just would like to say a big thank you for the videos on your channel. I have started my rowing journey thanks to you mid May this year with a 2k in 9'05. I tried my best to follow all your good adviced and this morning I did my 2nd 2k in 8'15. I am very happy about the result. You and Dark Horse are an inspiration. Keep on the great work 😉
I've been rowing pretty consistently for about 3 weeks. Much of what you said has seemed to be the case. I am able to put more power into a stroke than I was at the beginning although I've been doing a lot of zone 2 work. I do feel pretty competent at rowing now and it's much more satisfying the more efficient I become at it.
I have logged over 10 million meters on my C2 rower (and got the sweatshirt), and have been doing other things recently while my rower lay idle. I have just returned to it and begun everyday rowing since my cardio has sucked for a long time. I really LOVE rowing, although at 68 years old, my pace is much slower than it once was. Your channel is great! Pullups, pushups and rowing are my favorite exercises. I look forward to viewing more of your content.
"Million Meter Club prizes are offered to US and Canadian club members. If you’re not in the US and Canada, please contact your local dealer for information about programs in your country." 😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭 So ive just got to print my own some day Congratz btw
This video answers, very well, the question of what it would mean to spend 30 consecutive days as a beginner/non-rower learning to row. After these 30 days of learning though should a rower row every day? Bodybuilding progressions recommend days of rest each week. Most running programs do not instruct a runner to run every day. After learning the rowing skills and building some strength and endurance skills then is it best for a rower to row every day? Does the body benefit from daily rowing exercise differently from weight training and running because of the low-impact structurally organized nature of rowing, or should an athlete organize a rowing program similar to other programs in a way that fluctuates between rest days, hard days, and relaxed but active days?
If you did 30 days, as I mentioned early on, it would be important to set up a schedule whereby rest days become a normal part of the training. In endurance, it can often be one day of complete rest/recovery with a 2nd days being active recovery, low volume etc. For general fitness I would suggest having a strength training component included. I find my body craves strength and is usually very happy when I have a good amount of strength training included. Think of this as a "what if" scenario rather than a "You should do this" scenario
I’m 67 n row every other day .. depending on workout.. I’ll do anything from 10-30 mins rowing..after work n do work out for 5 mins plus.. ride a bike to work ( all up hill except for last bit😂) .. so age has nowt to do with it.. its if you want to feel good n not get lazy.. I think those of us who always did plenty of sports at school ( as kids we were skating, skipping n hoola hooping .. so we just continue as we get older) Sunday is day off..
The rowing machine is the first I use in the gym and sometimes the last. My girlfriend got me a concept2 when we moved and I got my rowing instructor certification now, my coach was Olaf Tufte! And your channel is one of the channels that made me love the rowing machine ❤️
@@DarkHorseRowing Definitely worth a trip! All at his farm, with his old medals and trophies at the walls and his single scull hanging in the roof. Then a full gym in the second floor. Would be fun to see you do a vlog style video if you ever go to Norway. Keep up the good work 👑
I bought a rower today (my first one). Exercised for 15 minutes (first time ever) and I am realizing this is a life changing thing. Shane is articulate and extremely clear in his explanations. Can't think of a better coach. Thank you :)
As if you made this video for me! I’m currently on day 13👍 and getting better thanks to you! I’ve already googled when I will see results 😂 and then this video appears. The difference is that my plan is not 30 days but indefinite… I’m being very optimistic here… I don’t need to lose weight just to get fit and I hate exercising but I think I quite like rowing!👍👍
I'm no expert, I mainly train in muay thai, lift weights high reps, ride my bikes, elyptical. I run shovels and axes for money. I plan on adding rowing to my routine for fun. I'm up before sun up anyway exercising, I'm down to learn how to row cause I have goals to row on a river and in a ocean. I want to see how far I can go, I used to kayak 7 miles a day in my teens.
Shane - you have been an inspiration in my journey back into the world of rowing. Started November 2022 and haven't looked back. The improvement in my physical and mental fitness have yielded results like no other exercise has ever done for me. It's my time to focus on movement and breath...and the stress melts away. Thank you for these amazing videos. I started with drill and technique work for months slowly building on each day and now am doing 30 minute interval workouts at least 5 times a week. Keep up the amazing work. Appreciate what you are doing so much. 🙏🏻❤️
I started rowing with @DarkHorseRowing about 4 years ago and have to say its great experience. Great trainings for every level - my favourite is rollercoaster 😉. I think best option is to mix rowing with different activities like running, swimming, crossfit.
I started rowing last week. Hoping it's just the thing I need (I'm 8 weeks post cervical fusion and was desperate for a good workout!) to re-start my strength/endurance workouts
Your beginner videos helped me tremendously. Spent a few weeks in fits & starts, lacking motivation. Motivation is better now, but sustained exercise has been a challenge. I find myself counting down to "the end" so I've switched to watching series TV episodes. Unfortunately I go too hard, too fast & have been alternating onto the bike, isometric ground work and back onto the rower. I make myself do 100 strokes minimum before switching. I feel like my form is good, feels good each time. Even found a couple alternative exercises to do with the rower. Ab killers. Trying to be less fat at the beach this June.
Breaking through the fits and starts period can be tough. My best advice there, is that you need to be gentle with yourself, and keep in mind that the habit of making exercise a regular part of your life is a muscle, just as much as the exercise part. You need to train the muscle of "habit" consistently by just committing to doing, and being ok with even a small event. Commit to doing a 10 minute session each day (of any kind, not just rowing), and consider that the metric for success. IF you feel good and want to go longer, then go for it. But the success metric is committing to the 10 minutes part.
Awesome video :) I`ve been rowing 10.000m every day for 1501 days now. I have MS and struggle a lot with extreme fatigue. The only thing that gives me energy is physical exercise. I therefore consider it my most important daily medicine.
I row 15-30 min every day at a moderate pace on an ancient concept 2 B machine and have for ages as a baseline boosting cardio excercise. My machine doesnt even have a computer so I just go based on time and at approx 28 strokes per minute. We have a current model c2 machine upstairs for my wife that I started training on years ago so I know my approx stroke rate based on feel alone at this point. Most of my back problems have dissapeared, resting heart rate is down 20 beats per minute according to fitbit and I sleep like a corpse every night. For an average mid 40's guy I am in the best shape of my entire life. Even my lifelong depression has dissapeared. For me rowing is simply daily maintenence that must be done to simply keep my body going and not a tool for weight loss or part of some elaborate bodybuilding routine. Its like going for a walk that includes your upper body. This is a VERY boring way to excercise but if you push through it at first and distract yourself with movies and videos the time just flies and before you know it you start to look forward to your rowing sessions and start to see it as "me" time.
It’s these guys. Mostly for decor…it softens the seat a bit though. The real plus though is buying the matching g seat cover and phone holder to trick out your machine: vaporfitness.com/?aff=2
Tried this with the December challenge for 30 days straight, ended up with some hip pain I've never felt before, im not new to rowing but ive since reduced this to rowing every other day and no more pain
want to get back into the gym after a few years off. I want to start with rowing for 30 days. How should I plan? Each session for 1 hour and increase the load over time or something else?
Thanks Shane! Great video! I always do your workouts. I've been doing them for well over 2 years possibly even three at this stage! I was just up at 6.30 this morning doing one of your recovery workouts after doing 5 days of working out. These workouts have really transformed me. I want to say a huge thanks for all that you do. Greetings from Ireland 🇮🇪
Rowing is a pull exercise and should be complemented with a push exercise...like a push up or bench press. Also, to create a whole body routine, you're need to add a lower body hinge such as a hip thrust or RDL.
After 3 years of intense rowing 3 times a week and regenerative cycling 3 times a week I over-trained. I am 50 yo. Pain in the back, drastic drop in effectiveness, from 2:00/500m as easy row, 7:08/2000m - my best to 2:00/2000 m being a HARD row. Something I made easily 2 years ago, 6 times in a row as intervals. Tiredness, short breath after even a light effort, mild anemia (confirmed by blood testing), sleeplessness restless legs syndrome, bouncing heart... I am taking several months hiatus in sports connected with therapy I had to undergo, that actually forbids sports. My wellness improves, I can sleep well, legs are no longer restless, anemia is being treated with supplementation prescribed by my doctor. Light effort no longer causes breathlessness. I am going to finish the therapy and return to rowing and cycling from scratch in the Fall. This time more lightly and with less pressure to "results".
Hey Shane, I have been using your great advice on RUclips since the lockdown. You're a great coach. I was super happy to see you on the comment panel on a Televised Regatta. Are you in the running for the Olympics?
@@DarkHorseRowing You never know what will happen, though. You're a dark horse. I'm 59 years old. This would be nonna truly appreciates you, and your generosity. I'll be looking out for you. Head of the Charles?
i only have one morning a week to be at a gym with my partner, but I always have an edible before I go & spend an hour on the row machine. I love it. perhaps my ancestors lived on the water , Irish / German, but I feels so calming and natural. My only problem is my mind getting distracted.. my body could probably go for two hours, but I find around the 50 minute mark, I just get bored. I don't work out at home, but I've always been naturally active & in good shape. 5'6 at 185lbs..mostly in my legs. Recently someone asked if I was a farmer, "cause you got calves" lol I'd love to spend more than once a week on these things, I bet I could really go for a long time.
I been erging on and off now for over 20 yrs, now aged 47 if i cut out the alcohol , get good sleep and clean up my diet it usualy takes me about 2 and a half to 3 weeks before i can row 11400-11500 meters in 40 minutes dead, havnt rowed for 6 werks so right now today it would probably take me closer to 45 minutes to hit 11500 meters,
I've been using the gym for about a month, and swimming for about 3 months. Today, I tried the rowing machine at the gym as I was thinking of buying one. While I'm still paying for the gym (I can't afford it long term), I will continue to use the rowing machine where there are staff to keep an eye on it. When I'm using the machines, they often come over to correct my technique or set-up. I ordered my new machine this afternoon. I'll be using a cheaper swimming pool when I leave the gym - so that will continue twice a week.
Hi Shane, how many meters should I row if I want to lose weight and I'm a beginner? And how long should it take me? Also, I have the same rower as you. Thank you.
Here's a new one for me though... I completed a 17k EXR training, and decided to continue to knock off the Charles and the half marathon distance. Now under my fingernails hurt. Crazy
I don't know what it is but here lately i've been really struggling. i did 1 million meters jan 1 to dec 31 last year took a kind of rest and am trying to ramp back up but just feel busted. any tips. ?
I will tell you what has improved, your videos! While always great, you’ve added in these instructional non rowing videos which help immensely as well as the 🚣♀️ videos! Thank you for all you do helping us peeps with our rowing techniques! I’ve learned so much from your channel! ❤❤❤
I love rowing. But my job is very demanding. I start to look really good. Then I usually end pulling muscles at work. Then I'm down another few weeks to a month
If your elbows are sore then you should watch some videos on proper form.. most of the work is done by the legs and your arms should be relaxed until the bar passes your knees.
I have lot of problems with my middle back when I row. The muscles seem to just sieze up. I have a concept 2. I've checked my posture. Any ideas what might be gping on?
Hello: I am into my second month of rowing and I feel fine! I would really would like to do a 30 day challenge all August; is there a a training in the app I can use? (already download it and created my account)I am planning to subscribe to it anyways, but knowing there`s already a training plan there for 30 days would be great
Our app has 3 tracks of training for you to follow so if you sign up, you'll have plenty of work, and then if there's a rest day we program you can substitute a workout of your own
Yeah, that's why the mechanics are so important in that first week. It sets the tone for whether your body will be able to keep it up or if injuries will flare up. You got the "itis" part
@@DarkHorseRowing once I posted a video & you complimented my mechanics … could it be that I was pushing @ 100% when I should have been pushing 90% …? Like I was pushing with my legs hard hard, because I have own a water rower … & there’s not much resistance … almost considered wearing a weighted backpack … lol … I’m sure that’s not smart.
I used to run, and rest days were something I always incorporated into the week. Are you saying that with rowing one does not need rest days? I am thinking if not, it’s because it is non-impact, as opposed to running. Thanks in advance:)
I just started rowing about 3 weeks ago. Just dived right into it and loved it. I am watching some of your vids to introduce variations in my rowing. All I am doing is intensity and never thought about recovery but since watching your videos, it is making a lot of sense to do recoveries as well. Thank god I found your channel. ❤
It depends. Are you an athlete already competing in a sport? Fit? High VO2max? Willing to follow strict training and nutrition? Then chances are you could. But, from couch to the Olympics, highly doubt that, especially at 38.
I mean, anything is possible. There's a book called "The 4 Year Olympian" about a canadian male heavyweight rower who did just that, but it wasn't a journey that happened easily.
i'm doing this for 30 days for 30 minutes (i already know how to row decently well and i have my brother helping me with technique) day 1: done my hamstrings hurt really bad day 2: it felt less long than day 1 day 3: my hamstrings hurt sooo bad day 4: i went a little slower because i was really tired from the day day 5: it went by really fast day 6: oml i really need to start stretching cs everything hurts lol day 7: i went slower today as a rest day week 1 500m time: 2:23.8 day 8: IM ON WEEK 2!!! day 9: i did one of dh's 30 min workout and it felt great day 10: much needed rest day day 11: um the workout was rlly intense and after i fell down my stairs.. day 12: my back hurt from when i fell so i didn't wanna risk it and injure it more day 13: idk y but today was rlly fun lol day 14: i finished the 2nd week (also i don't look different lol) week 2 500m time:2:19.0 day 15: my back hurt SO bad so i only rowed for 15 minutes
@@DarkHorseRowing thank you, i will! Also do you have any recommendations for erging drills for younger people cause i'm 12 and not sure what's "too much".
I'm not gonna lie, I've been rowing for about 6 months now and I'm starting to hate it, each session on the machine is gruelling and just feels awful, trying to maintain good form is insanely hard, and I feel like I'm regressing in fitness, I used to be able to do your 30 minute beginner workout 3, times a week, but now that's too much, I'm going to move down to the 20 min one and do that twice a week, but I've serious buyers remorse, cause that machine was expensive and I'm having to force myself to use it, I've grown to dreading the days I work out.
Back yourself off. It should never feel like a burden. Hit it 3-4 days a week and learn to give 60-70% efforts. It sounds a lot like you’re over training
@@DarkHorseRowing thanks for replying, I've got some chest pain (don't know what from) so I'm taking some time off rowing, but when I come back I think the best thing I can do is aim for 5k twice a week, I'm going to stop trying to up my splits, as I think I was pushing myself too much, I'll focus on keeping a reasonable effort over 5k and hone in on keeping my form good.
You end up pretty far from the coast.
Thats a huge disadvantage 😅
Everything comes at a coast
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You inspired me! I bought a used Concept 2 today. I did 2 10 minute beginner workouts. I’m about to turn 63 soon and I want to be the healthiest I can be. I don’t need to lose weight but I do need to work on muscles. I don’t want to turn into a humpback old lady… Thanks for all you do!
Congratulations on the purchase!
I started rowing seriously in 2020 when I bought my own C2 during Covid I followed Shane , he taught me a lot . I now row 2x1hour zone 2 and a 30 minute zone 4/5 weekly as well as 2 weights sessions . My body weight is 95kgs at 6ft 2ins and my 2k time is 7:25. I am 63 . Shane is a slick communicator, if you’re starting off he should be your go to .
7:25 at 63 is great.
@@hulagu79 thank you it’s a never ending effort to maintain fitness , form and endurance. Creatine and electrolytes keep up the energy levels
I love this channel! I've had my C2 rower for a long time. I never got serious about rowing until I joined a virtual rowing group last September. I discovered many rowing RUclips channels but I feel Dark Horse is the BEST! I found videos on rowing machine basics, rowing mistakes, tips to increase drive and length, technique drills, chill rows etc. Last Concept 2 season I rowed over 1 million meters. I have never done anything like that! I owe it all to Shane and Dark Horse. Your explanations, motivation and smile are excellent. Thank you for all you and your team do for us!
What virtual group did you join?
@@blacksongbird100 The Diamonds (over 60) erg group. There are many virtual groups out there. Dark Horse rowing also has a virtual group.
hi Loke718 I’ve never heard of virtual rowing groups, where do you find them. Ta B
@@bruceharris929 google or search RUclips. DarkHorse rowing is good. If you have a Concept 2 rower and use the log you can search for virtual rowing groups.
I'm 58, 6' 4" tall, overweight at nearly 17st (mainly big belly) and not very well due to various chronic health conditions. I've bought a cheap second-hand machine, rubbish by the standard of the Concept 2, but it works. Every day for 30 days would kill me, and I don't mean that figuratively. I'm trying to do a DH 20min row-along for beginners 3 times a week, but I just stop when it gets too much. Yesterday I managed the full 20mins for the first time, so either there is some improvement or I was just having a better-than-average health day. I need to keep being really careful and only build up when I feel ready to but I'm hopeful that, if I can improve my strength and fitness a bit and shed a few pounds by rowing it could improve my life, if only a little. Wish me luck.
Keep going! 💪
Hope you will come back to report on your progress!
Best of luck, you're in a better place than me. Just done my first rowing session having only been to the gym once 20 years ago. Be strong, you've got this.
@@paulruwona547 You too mate. I'm taking it really slowly - it took me 20 years to get into the state I'm in, there isn't going to be any quick fixes, and I don't want to create a mental block by overdoing it. I'm no longer having to have a lie down after 20 minutes, so that's surely progress! ;)
Keep going! Let us know how things are going .
Just found this channel a week or so ago. Never liked rowing. But I had to cross train due to shin splints. I watched some of Dark Horse's videos. And viola... I love rowing now. From less than 5 minutes of rowing, now I can do 30 minutes! I'm amazed. Thanks. 🎉😁👍
I'm on week 3 of sobriety and the rower has been great. Use to row 10 years ago 45 mins every 2nd day and love being back on it
Congrats on the 'lifestyle' change you may be stunned how much $ you'll save let along the cognitive clarity a year or so down the road [once your body chemistry settles into its natural state] - all the best
Keep coming back
I started rowing and watching your videos a year ago. Now I do 4-5 short workouts a week + 2-3 times a week play tennis.
I work on my computer and I had terrible back pains. Now I'm cured. And I feel that my overall fitness level went up.
See you tomorrow during "20 minute HIIT rowing workout" ;)
Same bat time, same bat channel. See you there
Just bought a used concept 2 rower. Bad boy was only used for 4 hours ( got it for a steal at $600) can’t wait to start implementing things from this channel!
1 month later, how are things going?
Just finished 600,000 in 60 days. It’s was pretty damn hard. I’m 60 years old. Probably did not feel this good when I was 18. But when you work that hard you watch what you eat and get plenty of rest. Not really a sore muscle or joint in my body. I am a bit amazed that I was able to do it. 😅
During COVID I got a concept rower and got in the habit of following your workouts every morning at 6:30. Consistency was there, noticed a difference in body composition big time. I need to get back in that habit
Thanks for the workouts
Im in my 70 s and female love my rowing machine. I have arthritis in both shoulders but it doesnt stop me from rowing . I only row at the Level 2 which is nothing compared to what I use to do. I am a little timid about increasing the tension on the machine. I think I may try it for 5-10 min and then go back to level 2. I use to paddle outrigger canoe in the ocean which is different but it so reminds me of my younger years. The coach use to put a tire on the bow of the canoe to train us . That was so we could paddle through the waves when we went further into the swells. Thanks for this video. I only row 3 times a week for 20 to 30 mins. But I am going to set a bit higher goals.. Any suggestions from anyone my age and would b helpful. I do stretch and it is so helpful avoiding injury and makes me feel good. Happy rowing
I’m on my 40th day of rowing every day as off today’s workout. Bought a second hand rower on a Swedish marketplace and started watching you @DarkHorseRowing and hammered your “beginner” videos to kinda get the technique down the first 7 days (a tip here is to actually record you self to see what your doing right and mostly the things your doing wrong 😂). Since I’m living I Europe and we use real measurements here but this is what a started out as 186cm tall, weight at a cool 125kg and 44y old (You guys on the other side of the pond use google to translate that in to you weird ass measurement 😂)
Can tell that the body have change quite a bit in just this 40 days and I have hade zero issues with injuries, just sore muscles from time to time.
Everything in life has become a lot easier, walking, getting up and down from stuff, stairs and so on.
Now I find it fun and kinda soothing to row and I’m going to keep my streak up because I see no reason why not and I’ve actually ordered a brand new C2 rower to get even better metrics from my rowing.
Hey mate, thanks for your valueable reply.
Im 45 now and from Germany. 1,88 with 113kg and just bought a Concept 2. Your comment is really motivating tho, in the sense that we are very similar age, height and weight wise. I will have it a go as well. Thanks and God bless
@@Eisenhammer78 Go for it! I’m at my 63rd day now of rowing everyday, can tell you that the body transformation is quite drastic, would say that I’m fit yet but I’m not far from it, feels great and the only downside is that hardly any clothes fits any more everything is a size or two too large 😅
@@kristoffermattsson9363 🤩🤩 sounds amazing. Best regards to beautiful sweden. i was there last october on my way to the northcape
How long is your workout ? Goal in time , strokes or distance?
@@zerobeaufortwindsurf Well that have changed over time, I was a total newbie too rowing from the start so the first two weeks I would say that I only focused on getting the technique somewhat correct by watching different RUclips videos and trying to copy it (here is were recording your self comes in handy).
But nowadays I roll on a 3 days schedule, first day low impact 2:25/500m 18s/m for like 40-ish min, second day moderate impact 2:13/500m 20s/m 40-ish min and the third day I do either intervals or “race” tempo intervals = 1:40/500m for 500m and rest for 1000m and repeat like 4-5 times, race I would say 2:05/500m for 40min (Still hunting that elusive 10 000m in under 40min , P.B as off today 9 780-ish meter)
But of course all those times has gone down since a started and still going in a downward trend and I’m still trying out different dragfactors 😅
Ive done a 2000 meter row and a 10 mile indoor bike ride every day for the past 5 weeks. I've lost 24 pounds, I've gone from having to do a few quick breath breaks to hit 10 minutes, to hovering around 9 minutes, I'm finally in low 8s about to break into 7s. My resting heart rate has also gone from low 90s to low 60s and improving. While I use the bike primarily for my weight loss, I will always swear by the row. My approach isn't quite like you recommend, but it has worked for me. (P.S. a 10 mile bike ride at 25 or so mph and 95 rpm is a cool cool breezy walk in the park next to the row)
My rowing distance every time are 7KM - 10KM. i've the waterrower avarage pace is 2:06min/500m. my question is if rowing these distances during 30days can be harmfull? thanks
I’ve told a lot of people about rowing and I point them at this channel to learn how. Thanks for the content!
I would like to see a video like this with someone like me who is obese and the actual benefits to them
I've recently started a rowing workout regime and had a few questions concerning these workouts. I watched this video twice and none of my questions/concerns were answered. I guess I'll look elsewhere.
A little late to this one, but I did literally this in December. Rowed 10k every day for 31 days (it was actually 311km in 27 sessions, due to Christmas day, work commitments, and a couple of days off). Was already rowing once or twice a week as part of a mixed training regime.
Noticeable changes - increased Ankle/Achilles strength and flexibility. Quads became stronger in the front, losing some in the side built from cycling. Glutes really leaned off. Big increase in shoulders and mid back strength.
Downsides - a bit of atrophy on the arms as I didn't do any weights for 30 days.
Over the month my average 500m pace dropped by 4 seconds, average watts up a little.
I saw improvement in back, shoulders and traps
I restarted after taking 4 months off, my legs were not very thankful the next 2 days
Ha! Yeah, the body will remind you when you’ve taken too long of a rest.
Interesting... no matter how hard I go, I never feel it in my legs
@@EdwardsNH me as well, but still rebuilding upper body strength after shoulder rebuild.
Try maxing out resistance and keeping the handle tight at your waist & do leg only reps.
Started rowing consistently 3 years ago when i was about 70 pounds overweight.. slowly added in bodyweight exercises and it has totally transformed my body. I'm 48 and get asked all the time how I got in such amazing shape :)
Love the channel, certainly provides good food for thought for how to change things up. Started a course of a row-a-day in March, 3k meters everyday for March, up to 4k a day for April, and was up to 5k a day for May before getting sick. Using the next week to reset with some lighter rows before getting back on track of 5k a day in June. Every session I've recorded time, number of strokes, distance splits, and things like energy & breathing levels.
The goal is to hit 1 million meters before the end of the year, and progressively build up so that half marathon and full marathon distances are realistic goals come mid-2025.
Amazing. And have you felt like the process I laid out here was pretty accurate?
I need to get rid of 20 pounds and sadly I don"t like doing cardio (treadmill is so boring), 2 days ago I started with row and I do like it, but for now I can handle 15 min. Hope I can say bye bye to my chubby Bunnies lol
I think this guy just likes making money from RUclips videos, such a verbose video.
Your adds are a total fail. I'm going elswhere for advice. I understand you want to make money but this is rediculous.
Hi Shane. I just would like to say a big thank you for the videos on your channel. I have started my rowing journey thanks to you mid May this year with a 2k in 9'05. I tried my best to follow all your good adviced and this morning I did my 2nd 2k in 8'15. I am very happy about the result. You and Dark Horse are an inspiration. Keep on the great work 😉
I've been rowing pretty consistently for about 3 weeks. Much of what you said has seemed to be the case. I am able to put more power into a stroke than I was at the beginning although I've been doing a lot of zone 2 work. I do feel pretty competent at rowing now and it's much more satisfying the more efficient I become at it.
Speaking of eating, when full on training for competition I got to the point where I could barely afford to feed myself. Pretty much eating for two
Does the Thunder Row machine at Hotworx count? Day 19 for me then.
How many meters for beginners to star with ? Im doing the 30 days routine
30 days 'straight' means 30 days consecutive?
I have logged over 10 million meters on my C2 rower (and got the sweatshirt), and have been doing other things recently while my rower lay idle. I have just returned to it and begun everyday rowing since my cardio has sucked for a long time. I really LOVE rowing, although at 68 years old, my pace is much slower than it once was. Your channel is great! Pullups, pushups and rowing are my favorite exercises. I look forward to viewing more of your content.
"Million Meter Club prizes are offered to US and Canadian club members. If you’re not in the US and Canada, please contact your local dealer for information about programs in your country."
😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭
So ive just got to print my own some day
Congratz btw
This video answers, very well, the question of what it would mean to spend 30 consecutive days as a beginner/non-rower learning to row. After these 30 days of learning though should a rower row every day? Bodybuilding progressions recommend days of rest each week. Most running programs do not instruct a runner to run every day. After learning the rowing skills and building some strength and endurance skills then is it best for a rower to row every day? Does the body benefit from daily rowing exercise differently from weight training and running because of the low-impact structurally organized nature of rowing, or should an athlete organize a rowing program similar to other programs in a way that fluctuates between rest days, hard days, and relaxed but active days?
Good question. Should I keep rowing every day?
If you did 30 days, as I mentioned early on, it would be important to set up a schedule whereby rest days become a normal part of the training. In endurance, it can often be one day of complete rest/recovery with a 2nd days being active recovery, low volume etc. For general fitness I would suggest having a strength training component included. I find my body craves strength and is usually very happy when I have a good amount of strength training included. Think of this as a "what if" scenario rather than a "You should do this" scenario
@@DarkHorseRowingso you don't recommend rowing for 30 days .....
@@DarkHorseRowing Thank you.
@@DarkHorseRowing Thanks!
I’m 67 n row every other day .. depending on workout.. I’ll do anything from 10-30 mins rowing..after work n do work out for 5 mins plus.. ride a bike to work ( all up hill except for last bit😂) .. so age has nowt to do with it.. its if you want to feel good n not get lazy.. I think those of us who always did plenty of sports at school ( as kids we were skating, skipping n hoola hooping .. so we just continue as we get older) Sunday is day off..
Lol, thought I was about to read in parenthesis, uphill both ways like my grandpa walked to school in the snow back in '29
The rowing machine is the first I use in the gym and sometimes the last.
My girlfriend got me a concept2 when we moved and I got my rowing instructor certification now, my coach was Olaf Tufte!
And your channel is one of the channels that made me love the rowing machine ❤️
No way! I have a good friend who lives in Olaf's neighborhood and has invited me to come stay with him if I wanted to jump in to his camps
@@DarkHorseRowing Definitely worth a trip! All at his farm, with his old medals and trophies at the walls and his single scull hanging in the roof. Then a full gym in the second floor. Would be fun to see you do a vlog style video if you ever go to Norway. Keep up the good work 👑
I bought a rower today (my first one). Exercised for 15 minutes (first time ever) and I am realizing this is a life changing thing. Shane is articulate and extremely clear in his explanations. Can't think of a better coach. Thank you :)
Awww, you're too kind. Thank you!
My gym is closed S & S; so only available 5 days. Math. 😂
Is that a UCSD crew tank in the background?
As if you made this video for me! I’m currently on day 13👍 and getting better thanks to you! I’ve already googled when I will see results 😂 and then this video appears. The difference is that my plan is not 30 days but indefinite… I’m being very optimistic here… I don’t need to lose weight just to get fit and I hate exercising but I think I quite like rowing!👍👍
I'm no expert, I mainly train in muay thai, lift weights high reps, ride my bikes, elyptical. I run shovels and axes for money. I plan on adding rowing to my routine for fun. I'm up before sun up anyway exercising, I'm down to learn how to row cause I have goals to row on a river and in a ocean. I want to see how far I can go, I used to kayak 7 miles a day in my teens.
Shane - you have been an inspiration in my journey back into the world of rowing. Started November 2022 and haven't looked back. The improvement in my physical and mental fitness have yielded results like no other exercise has ever done for me. It's my time to focus on movement and breath...and the stress melts away. Thank you for these amazing videos. I started with drill and technique work for months slowly building on each day and now am doing 30 minute interval workouts at least 5 times a week. Keep up the amazing work. Appreciate what you are doing so much. 🙏🏻❤️
I started rowing with @DarkHorseRowing about 4 years ago and have to say its great experience. Great trainings for every level - my favourite is rollercoaster 😉. I think best option is to mix rowing with different activities like running, swimming, crossfit.
100% spot on with mixing it with other activities. Gotta stay strong and use all that fitness you find with rowing in other areas too!
I love rowing Ive been doing it since January I think I now have tennis elbow is this common from rowing? If so what can I do about it?
Decent rowing machines arent cheap but I've seen used jon boats with oar locks.
Do you have any comments on rowing training for a long time. Ie years and the prevention of arrhythmia.
I started rowing last week. Hoping it's just the thing I need (I'm 8 weeks post cervical fusion and was desperate for a good workout!) to re-start my strength/endurance workouts
Your beginner videos helped me tremendously. Spent a few weeks in fits & starts, lacking motivation. Motivation is better now, but sustained exercise has been a challenge. I find myself counting down to "the end" so I've switched to watching series TV episodes. Unfortunately I go too hard, too fast & have been alternating onto the bike, isometric ground work and back onto the rower. I make myself do 100 strokes minimum before switching.
I feel like my form is good, feels good each time. Even found a couple alternative exercises to do with the rower. Ab killers.
Trying to be less fat at the beach this June.
Breaking through the fits and starts period can be tough. My best advice there, is that you need to be gentle with yourself, and keep in mind that the habit of making exercise a regular part of your life is a muscle, just as much as the exercise part. You need to train the muscle of "habit" consistently by just committing to doing, and being ok with even a small event. Commit to doing a 10 minute session each day (of any kind, not just rowing), and consider that the metric for success. IF you feel good and want to go longer, then go for it. But the success metric is committing to the 10 minutes part.
Is this rowing for 30 minutes a day? A certain amount of meters? Thank you for this.
It would be varied. Most likely starting small
Rowing for time or row for distance?
Now that would be a good challege 30 minutes rowing x 30 days C2 take note....the 30 x30 challenge.🤔
Awesome video :) I`ve been rowing 10.000m every day for 1501 days now. I have MS and struggle a lot with extreme fatigue. The only thing that gives me energy is physical exercise. I therefore consider it my most important daily medicine.
I want to thank you for the information that you gave me. It was very good. When I finally was able to receive it I was very pleased. Peace.
I row 15-30 min every day at a moderate pace on an ancient concept 2 B machine and have for ages as a baseline boosting cardio excercise. My machine doesnt even have a computer so I just go based on time and at approx 28 strokes per minute. We have a current model c2 machine upstairs for my wife that I started training on years ago so I know my approx stroke rate based on feel alone at this point. Most of my back problems have dissapeared, resting heart rate is down 20 beats per minute according to fitbit and I sleep like a corpse every night. For an average mid 40's guy I am in the best shape of my entire life. Even my lifelong depression has dissapeared. For me rowing is simply daily maintenence that must be done to simply keep my body going and not a tool for weight loss or part of some elaborate bodybuilding routine. Its like going for a walk that includes your upper body. This is a VERY boring way to excercise but if you push through it at first and distract yourself with movies and videos the time just flies and before you know it you start to look forward to your rowing sessions and start to see it as "me" time.
Good video, what is the coloured seat pad you have, is it for more cushioning, if so where do buy it, thanks
It’s these guys. Mostly for decor…it softens the seat a bit though. The real plus though is buying the matching g seat cover and phone holder to trick out your machine: vaporfitness.com/?aff=2
I bit the bullet and ordered my machine. I started in the gym and love the tiny changes already. Man I never spend over $500 on myself. I love it.
Tried this with the December challenge for 30 days straight, ended up with some hip pain I've never felt before, im not new to rowing but ive since reduced this to rowing every other day and no more pain
How old are you?
You have to stretch too
Hi! I just started, few weeks ago, got myself a rowing machine, found You and so far I'm enjoying every day. Thank You couch!
Wonderful! So glad you're here. Come join us, it's a pretty decent party.
Sure I will 😃!!
want to get back into the gym after a few years off. I want to start with rowing for 30 days. How should I plan? Each session for 1 hour and increase the load over time or something else?
Really like your videos, nice and down to earth. Just picked up a bike erg. Have the trifecta now.
Ohhh, you're in the elite crowd now.
Background music is distraction with jazz crap elevator music /noise
Thanks Shane! Great video! I always do your workouts. I've been doing them for well over 2 years possibly even three at this stage! I was just up at 6.30 this morning doing one of your recovery workouts after doing 5 days of working out. These workouts have really transformed me. I want to say a huge thanks for all that you do. Greetings from Ireland 🇮🇪
Rowing is a pull exercise and should be complemented with a push exercise...like a push up or bench press. Also, to create a whole body routine, you're need to add a lower body hinge such as a hip thrust or RDL.
After 3 years of intense rowing 3 times a week and regenerative cycling 3 times a week I over-trained. I am 50 yo. Pain in the back, drastic drop in effectiveness, from 2:00/500m as easy row, 7:08/2000m - my best to 2:00/2000 m being a HARD row. Something I made easily 2 years ago, 6 times in a row as intervals. Tiredness, short breath after even a light effort, mild anemia (confirmed by blood testing), sleeplessness restless legs syndrome, bouncing heart...
I am taking several months hiatus in sports connected with therapy I had to undergo, that actually forbids sports. My wellness improves, I can sleep well, legs are no longer restless, anemia is being treated with supplementation prescribed by my doctor. Light effort no longer causes breathlessness.
I am going to finish the therapy and return to rowing and cycling from scratch in the Fall. This time more lightly and with less pressure to "results".
Hey Shane, I have been using your great advice on RUclips since the lockdown. You're a great coach. I was super happy to see you on the comment panel on a Televised Regatta. Are you in the running for the Olympics?
I appreciate that! Unfortunately, I haven’t gotten the tap for the Olympics
@@DarkHorseRowing You never know what will happen, though. You're a dark horse. I'm 59 years old. This would be nonna truly appreciates you, and your generosity. I'll be looking out for you. Head of the Charles?
i only have one morning a week to be at a gym with my partner, but I always have an edible before I go & spend an hour on the row machine. I love it. perhaps my ancestors lived on the water , Irish / German, but I feels so calming and natural. My only problem is my mind getting distracted.. my body could probably go for two hours, but I find around the 50 minute mark, I just get bored. I don't work out at home, but I've always been naturally active & in good shape. 5'6 at 185lbs..mostly in my legs. Recently someone asked if I was a farmer, "cause you got calves" lol I'd love to spend more than once a week on these things, I bet I could really go for a long time.
No that’s the ski erg! Dust bunnies ❤ it!!
I been erging on and off now for over 20 yrs, now aged 47 if i cut out the alcohol , get good sleep and clean up my diet it usualy takes me about 2 and a half to 3 weeks before i can row 11400-11500 meters in 40 minutes dead, havnt rowed for 6 werks so right now today it would probably take me closer to 45 minutes to hit 11500 meters,
Will this type of rowing exercise be compatible with a very rickety knee?
I've been using the gym for about a month, and swimming for about 3 months. Today, I tried the rowing machine at the gym as I was thinking of buying one. While I'm still paying for the gym (I can't afford it long term), I will continue to use the rowing machine where there are staff to keep an eye on it. When I'm using the machines, they often come over to correct my technique or set-up. I ordered my new machine this afternoon. I'll be using a cheaper swimming pool when I leave the gym - so that will continue twice a week.
What yo do with your belly when you start? I'm pretty sure it'll get on the way 😢
Hi Shane, how many meters should I row if I want to lose weight and I'm a beginner? And how long should it take me? Also, I have the same rower as you. Thank you.
Here's a new one for me though... I completed a 17k EXR training, and decided to continue to knock off the Charles and the half marathon distance. Now under my fingernails hurt. Crazy
Does the rower works on the abs?
I am 52 and just started on a rowing machine. What tension should you start off with? Currently at a 5. When do you increase to a higher tension?
I have been recovering from bucket handle meniscal tear without surgery for 15 weeks now. Is it safe to start rowing now?
I don't know what it is but here lately i've been really struggling. i did 1 million meters jan 1 to dec 31 last year took a kind of rest and am trying to ramp back up but just feel busted. any tips. ?
Hello, super informative for a newby but I didn't catch how many minutes?
Did every day! 5-6 days a week with a day off for me, ta! I ain’t no athlete, I just do it to stay that little bit healthy 😂
Killer video dude.
Thanks dude 🙌🏽
I get some back pain that always tells me I am doing it wrong. Thanks Shane you are very helpful
Please describe breathing technique. Thank you
I will tell you what has improved, your videos! While always great, you’ve added in these instructional non rowing videos which help immensely as well as the 🚣♀️ videos! Thank you for all you do helping us peeps with our rowing techniques! I’ve learned so much from your channel! ❤❤❤
I love rowing. But my job is very demanding. I start to look really good. Then I usually end pulling muscles at work. Then I'm down another few weeks to a month
Think about adding regular mobility work to your life rather than lore workouts for a while
30 straight days? Really sore elbows
If your elbows are sore then you should watch some videos on proper form.. most of the work is done by the legs and your arms should be relaxed until the bar passes your knees.
I have lot of problems with my middle back when I row. The muscles seem to just sieze up. I have a concept 2. I've checked my posture. Any ideas what might be gping on?
I have the same issue with 30 plus minutes of rowing
Hello: I am into my second month of rowing and I feel fine! I would really would like to do a 30 day challenge all August; is there a a training in the app I can use? (already download it and created my account)I am planning to subscribe to it anyways, but knowing there`s already a training plan there for 30 days would be great
Our app has 3 tracks of training for you to follow so if you sign up, you'll have plenty of work, and then if there's a rest day we program you can substitute a workout of your own
I strained my hip-flexor … 14 days in a row … :(
Yeah, that's why the mechanics are so important in that first week. It sets the tone for whether your body will be able to keep it up or if injuries will flare up. You got the "itis" part
My hip flexors always bother me when I row, primarily the left. Why might that be?
@@DarkHorseRowing once I posted a video & you complimented my mechanics … could it be that I was pushing @ 100% when I should have been pushing 90% …? Like I was pushing with my legs hard hard, because I have own a water rower … & there’s not much resistance … almost considered wearing a weighted backpack … lol … I’m sure that’s not smart.
I used to run, and rest days were something I always incorporated into the week. Are you saying that with rowing one does not need rest days? I am thinking if not, it’s because it is non-impact, as opposed to running. Thanks in advance:)
Not at all. This is a purely hypothetical scenario and if you watch the video I made sure to say I'm not sure this would be recommended.
I just started rowing about 3 weeks ago. Just dived right into it and loved it. I am watching some of your vids to introduce variations in my rowing. All I am doing is intensity and never thought about recovery but since watching your videos, it is making a lot of sense to do recoveries as well. Thank god I found your channel. ❤
YES! So glad you're here and finding the important stuff early on.
What workout should I do everyday???
5-10 minute warm up on the rower 5× week.
Hi, can I start rowing at age of 38 and compete foe Olympics...
Serious and genuine question for you...please give right info..please
It depends. Are you an athlete already competing in a sport? Fit? High VO2max? Willing to follow strict training and nutrition? Then chances are you could. But, from couch to the Olympics, highly doubt that, especially at 38.
I mean, anything is possible. There's a book called "The 4 Year Olympian" about a canadian male heavyweight rower who did just that, but it wasn't a journey that happened easily.
Only one way to find out. START ROWING NOW 🥇
@@DarkHorseRowing Ill checked that book..
Ok, I don’t know why this video popped up but my tower is collecting dust in the corner. I’m gonna get back on it this week.
It’s a sign!
So you downplayed gym bc of not knowing movements…yet you say spend first week of rowing learning technique?
Yes. It’s one movement to learn.
i'm doing this for 30 days for 30
minutes (i already know how to row decently well and i have my brother helping me with technique)
day 1: done my hamstrings hurt really bad
day 2: it felt less long than day 1
day 3: my hamstrings hurt sooo bad
day 4: i went a little slower because i was really tired from the day
day 5: it went by really fast
day 6: oml i really need to start stretching cs everything hurts lol
day 7: i went slower today as a rest day
week 1 500m time: 2:23.8
day 8: IM ON WEEK 2!!!
day 9: i did one of dh's 30 min workout and it felt great
day 10: much needed rest day
day 11: um the workout was rlly intense and after i fell down my stairs..
day 12: my back hurt from when i fell so i didn't wanna risk it and injure it more
day 13: idk y but today was rlly fun lol
day 14: i finished the 2nd week (also i don't look different lol)
week 2 500m time:2:19.0
day 15: my back hurt SO bad so i only rowed for 15 minutes
LOVE THIS! Keep the updates coming
@@DarkHorseRowing thank you, i will! Also do you have any recommendations for erging drills for younger people cause i'm 12 and not sure what's "too much".
Just finished rowing in my viking gear.
As always awesome, useful practical advice - thank you.
I just finished 34 straight days of rowing workouts. I don't recommend it to anyone.
It’s a lot
I'm not gonna lie, I've been rowing for about 6 months now and I'm starting to hate it, each session on the machine is gruelling and just feels awful, trying to maintain good form is insanely hard, and I feel like I'm regressing in fitness, I used to be able to do your 30 minute beginner workout 3, times a week, but now that's too much, I'm going to move down to the 20 min one and do that twice a week, but I've serious buyers remorse, cause that machine was expensive and I'm having to force myself to use it, I've grown to dreading the days I work out.
Back yourself off. It should never feel like a burden. Hit it 3-4 days a week and learn to give 60-70% efforts. It sounds a lot like you’re over training
@@DarkHorseRowing thanks for replying, I've got some chest pain (don't know what from) so I'm taking some time off rowing, but when I come back I think the best thing I can do is aim for 5k twice a week, I'm going to stop trying to up my splits, as I think I was pushing myself too much, I'll focus on keeping a reasonable effort over 5k and hone in on keeping my form good.
So how long is one supposed to row each day, training 30 days in a row??
It's different for everyone based on age, ability, desire etc.
great how many km or time you need to row every day?
That was a whole lot of empty words…..