Thank you so much! After 8 months at the gym. I wanted something more than the treadmill and the track. I was given a quick lesson by gym staff, but I knew that it wasn't enough and started here to learn more. Your instructions are so detailed, while be easy to understand. So grateful 🤩💯

@UCanRow2

2 жыл бұрын

Ahhhh Molly thank you SO much!! This is so great to hear. We're on a mission to get that gym staff better educated through our training program. We're always here to support you, so if you have questions let us know!

This video was so helpful. I rowed for the first time today and saw all the things I was doing wrong on this video. The helper at the gym never explained the damper, for one! Thank you! I’ll be watching your site for these wonderful tips!

You have the most informative and instructive rowing video on youtube. Brillant!

@UCanRow2

5 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful, thank you so much!

I just got a C2 rower and watched a ton of form videos. Yours is hands down the best and gave me the most knowledge to be successful. Thanks!

@UCanRow2

4 ай бұрын

Ahh, thank you so much! Cassi is truly a master at her craft. We are so lucky to have her!

Trying my darnest to memorise this so I can apply it at the gym tomorrow! However, I feel as though I'll be revisiting this video for a long time because it's looks like I've a lot to master! Thank you for such an in-depth video. 🙌🏽

Love ❤You!! Thanks So Much. These are the beginners instructions I needed. You’re THE BEST!!

@UCanRow2

6 ай бұрын

Yay! So glad this was helpful!

Best Demo ever, as it really simplified the technique involved in Rowing! Thank you!🙂

@UCanRow2

Жыл бұрын

SO glad it was helpful, let us know what else you'd like to see from us!!

Put the damper between 3 and 5. In the UK we call that 4.

@UCanRow2

Жыл бұрын

Funny! What we mean there is anything in that range between 3 and 5, wherever it feels best to you.

Excellent video, all useful info, very clear, thank you.

@UCanRow2

Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much, Diego. Hope your rowing is going well!

Intesting,as I use the rowing machine at my local gym and now I can re visit your video to make sure I'm doing it right. I am a triathlete and look forward how this can help me.

Great tutorial. Thanks so much.

@UCanRow2

3 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful! Let us know what else you'd like to see here.

Thanks for this! We are on the wait list for our Concept2 and I know this is a VERY important first step to being an efficient and safe rower and you explained it perfectly.

@UCanRow2

3 жыл бұрын

It sure is! Welcome (almost) to the erg-owning world, it's the best! Stay tuned too for our next series, videos of the fundamental drills that will help you rock your rowing right out of the gate.

Really helpful guidance and advice. Thank you so much for taking the time to do this.

@UCanRow2

6 ай бұрын

You are so welcome! Let us know what else you'd like to see.

Your video has been the most helpful, thank you!

@UCanRow2

6 ай бұрын

Thank you so much! Hope your rowing is going great!

Great video. Very helpful. Thank you!

@UCanRow2

2 жыл бұрын

So glad it was helpful, let us know how you get on!

Thank you for your very detailed instructions!

@UCanRow2

Жыл бұрын

You are so welcome! Please keep us posted on how you're doing with your rowing, Giorgos!

Thank you. I really like your teaching style and plan to take your course once I buy a machine.

Thanks for your tips,they really help.

@UCanRow2

9 ай бұрын

Very glad they helped, please let us know what else you'd like to see.

Thank you. Great instructions love the rower

@UCanRow2

4 ай бұрын

You are so welcome! Hope your rowing is going well!

Thanks. Very helpful video. Your manner in giving instructions is excellent.

@UCanRow2

2 жыл бұрын

I'm very glad you liked it, Paul! I'll pass this on to Cassi. :) - Sarah

Thank you for helping us ❤

@UCanRow2

3 ай бұрын

You're so welcome, it's our absolute pleasure. Let us know what questions you have or other help we can provide as you continue your rowing journey. :)

This was very helpful - thank you!!

@UCanRow2

7 ай бұрын

Very glad it was, please let us know what else you'd like to see here.

Wow what a great video thank you so much!

@UCanRow2

Жыл бұрын

You're so welcome! Very glad it was helpful. Let us know what else you'd like to see!

Absolutely helpful mantra!!!

@UCanRow2

Жыл бұрын

Wonderful! How are you doing with your rowing now?

Very helpful! Thank you!

@UCanRow2

Жыл бұрын

You're so welcome, Pascal. Please keep us posted on your progress! - Sarah

Excellent, excellent tutelage. Thanks very much (and take me to the river...quick)

@UCanRow2

4 ай бұрын

You're so welcome! Yes, we should all meet at the river! :)

Best. Row. Video. 🏆

@UCanRow2

Жыл бұрын

Ah, thank you so much!!!

Very clear. Thanks

@UCanRow2

6 ай бұрын

You're so welcome, thanks for watching!

I love this!!! ❤ thank you

@UCanRow2

6 ай бұрын

So glad!

Thanks so much for this. I joined my local gym just a few days ago and have found the rowing machine my favorite as I feel I'm exercising my upper and lower body. I knew I was likely not quite getting it right though so came on here hoping for a video like this. You've explained it all so well and I feel confident I know what I'm doing now and will adjust before I get into bad habits. Thanks again.

@UCanRow2

Жыл бұрын

That's so great to hear, Candace! We're here to help so let us know what else you need! And welcome to rowing!!!

thank you for creating this for me xoxox it is exactly what i came to find on youtube and will be playing and replaying this as i row on my next visit. once i 'like' doing it i plan on buying my own machine if i can fin d a good one for an affordable price....thx again

@UCanRow2

7 ай бұрын

Ahhh, so happy it was helpful. Rowing definitely gets more fun with practice and a bit of time. Let us know how we can help, too!

Your instructions were very good!! Thank you!

@UCanRow2

2 жыл бұрын

You are so welcome! How's it going with your rowing?

@lynnegabby1748

2 жыл бұрын

@@UCanRow2 it’s good, I will be looking for your videos

very nice video, thanks 😀

@UCanRow2

2 жыл бұрын

You're so welcome, Pascal. How are you doing with your rowing?

Thanks heaps for the video

@UCanRow2

4 ай бұрын

You're so welcome, glad it was helpful! Hope things are going well and that you're making progress?

Very helpful!

@UCanRow2

Жыл бұрын

So happy to hear it, let us know what other questions you have!

You are a wonderful instructor, you break down each stage perfectly, absolutely marvelous. I would love to take personal instructions from you as a begin my rowing journey, alas you tube is better than nothing.

@UCanRow2

4 ай бұрын

Welcome to rowing! So you know, Cassi does offer online training as well, so if that's of interest let me know! - Sarah

Superb instruction! IMO, it is the only one any beginner needs to get started with an erg.

@UCanRow2

2 жыл бұрын

So glad you liked it, Kunal!!

This is great. Thank you.

@UCanRow2

Жыл бұрын

You're very welcome! Let us know what else you'd like to see here.

@Arthur5260

Жыл бұрын

@@UCanRow2 I used that in the gym this am. My new mantra 'legs body arms......' Hopefully it will become automatic. Thanks again.

That was so clear ah immensely helpful. We just got our Sunny rowing machine and my back spasmed a few hours later. I really hope using this machine will help us get fit. I’m excited to try now after seeing ur video. Thank you 🙏

@UCanRow2

Жыл бұрын

So happy to hear it, Kathlene, and welcome to rower ownership!! You may want to also check out this video Cassi did. Perhaps it's the same machine you have? kzread.info/dash/bejne/hWer0ZqOldSqh6Q.html Let us know what questions you have, we're here to help!

I will look like a pro' at the gym tomorrow 🤩 thank you so much for this wonderful video 👍💯💃

@UCanRow2

10 ай бұрын

You're so welcome! How's it going at the gym?? 😊

Well explained. Thanks 🙏

@UCanRow2

Жыл бұрын

So glad it was helpful! Let is know what else you'd like to see.

@Gaborekoe

Жыл бұрын

@@UCanRow2 Sure. Once I've mastered these basics, I'll come here for more. 🙏

Thanks for this! I'm going to tackle the gym rower next week with your advice and see how it feels. 🤪

@UCanRow2

Жыл бұрын

Yay! And how's it going on the gym rower?

Very helpful 👌

@UCanRow2

Жыл бұрын

So glad you liked it, let us know what else you'd like to see or if you have questions! :)

Thanks very good

@UCanRow2

9 ай бұрын

Thank you so much, glad you liked it!

This tutorial is helpful. I've done rowing bnut I just got on the machine and rowed. Now that I know the proper technique I expect ot get more our of my sessions.

@UCanRow2

11 ай бұрын

That's great to hear! Please keep us posted on your progress, and let us know what questions you have!

My gym has a rowing machine and I have hip and knee issues so before I purchase one I will try it out with the help of your video, thanks.

@UCanRow2

4 ай бұрын

Wonderful! Let us know how it goes.

Just started rowing, thanks.

@UCanRow2

Жыл бұрын

Welcome to rowing, Chelsea! Let us know how we can help and what questions you have!

Thank you! :-)

@UCanRow2

3 жыл бұрын

You're so welcome!

I can not thank you enough. I have seen a dozen videos and have been into indoor rowing for a month and had lower back stress. until voila you said pickup the butt, no one explained it as you have. feeling better already.

@UCanRow2

10 ай бұрын

Oh my goodness that makes my day! I will absolutely pass this along to Cassi too. So glad you're feeling better, and enjoying rowing more I hope! Please keep us posted! Sarah Fuhrmann - CEO UCanRow2

LOL, I have one of these and never realized it has an adjustable tension slider! LOL. I thought I was doing good. I'm putting the tension up now. Thanks.

@UCanRow2

Жыл бұрын

Don't put it up too much, Pete. A moderate range is what we and Concept2 recommend. Happy rowing and thanks for watching!

Your video was super helpful ☺️ I got on the rowing machine for the first time today at the gym and loved it! But I know my form was all kinds of off! 😂 So tomorrow I will do exactly as you have said. Although I don’t know if I’ll be picking my butt cheeks up and adjusting them in front of everyone 😂 So I’ll do everything except that lol 😆

@UCanRow2

2 жыл бұрын

Welcome to rowing!! Haha you can kind of wriggle on your seat to get into a similar position. Just make sure your sit bones are down into the seat. Have fun and keep us posted!

Just picked up my first rower and am going to go get started....thanks for the tips

@UCanRow2

Жыл бұрын

You're so welcome! How's it going?

@jeffmutter2286

Жыл бұрын

Honestly not too well. Normally rowers are level, but this one has a slight backward tilt that I don’t like. I can only go about 5 minutes max before the muscles between my pelvis and quads (abductors) have had enough. They literally have to pull me back “up” the rail after every stroke. I guess muscles I have never used before. I can lift weights, ride a spin bike full throttle forever, or kill my BF Maxtrainer, but can only muster 5 minutes on this thing after which I can barely walk. Weird.

@UCanRow2

Жыл бұрын

Ugh that sounds rough. What brand of machine is it? Can you raise the back of it to get it more level?

@jeffmutter2286

Жыл бұрын

It’s a Dmaster R3000 Air Rower…yes I put a piece of 2x4 under the back legs but need another stacked on that one…then it should be fairly level…I will keep at it

@UCanRow2

Жыл бұрын

Wow that must be a SERIOUS incline you're dealing with! If you have to raise it up that much, just be sure you're giving yourself a wide enough base at the back. I'd hate for you to get going hard and have the machine slide off the 2x4!

I trained with Cross fit and I fell in love with rowing. When I feel confident and ready I want to compete in indoor rowing. I can’t run anymore Doctors orders!!! Rowing is the next best thing.

@UCanRow2

Жыл бұрын

Ahhhh so sorry you can't run anymore! Did you see the rowing for runners interview? You've got a kindred spirit in Master Instructor Katie Rosso Recker! kzread.info/dash/bejne/g4B4xtFmpd3gj7g.html

I have owned one of the for a couple years now. I have only used it a few times (MOSTLY because I had a major osteo issue that needed to be fixed). Now I am all better and I need to use this bad a$$ machine. Thanks for this tutorial.

@UCanRow2

Жыл бұрын

YES! Hop you and start using the machine for sure, and let us know how we can help you along the way. 💪

Awesome and helpful. Question: do you pull when engaging the arms part of the first phase. Once legs have pushed and you are pulling arms toward body?

@UCanRow2

Жыл бұрын

Think of your arms like straps and hanging from a bar during the first part of the drive. Arms relaxed, hands hooked on the handle, lats engaged. Another tip that might help you is that your arms and legs should never be bent at the same time. Does that help? - Sarah

danke

@UCanRow2

6 ай бұрын

You're welcome!

Thank you for this. They have the rowers at the gym, but no one shows you how to use it properly. I had no idea I was supposed to push off with my legs :-( Thank you!

@UCanRow2

6 ай бұрын

You're so welcome! Hopefully this helps. Just remember that it's a push not a pull and you'll be off to the races. :)

Thank you! Just starting tonight as a 40 year old, this sounds like great advice to get started. Do you have any other advice for late starters?

@UCanRow2

Жыл бұрын

Welcome to rowing! We're thrilled you're here! If I were going to give you one piece of advice it would be to build progressively and get the technique underneath you early so you don't have to unlearn any bad habits later. Our RowNow course was designed precisely to help new rowers get off on the right foot. I would absolutely start there! go.ucanrow2.com/RowNow

Great video I have the xterra rower Because it was not expensive is it a good machine?

@UCanRow2

4 ай бұрын

In our book, all rowers are good rowers compared to not rowing at all. Start with what you have, and upgrade if at any point you feel like you need more. This video may be helpful: kzread.info/dash/bejne/hWer0ZqOldSqh6Q.htmlsi=J1Wy-hcJBJDWY4yl Keep us posted! - Sarah

Great instruction, but the sound in the back (I won't call it music) was irritating and distracting. Why?

@UCanRow2

11 ай бұрын

We've heard that from others, too, thanks for that feedback, @michaelocconnor6651! We're looking into whether we can separate the music from the rest of the audio and take it out. :)

Is a rowing machine a good choice if you have knee problems? Compared to a bike?

Hi ! Thanks for the tutorial! Us there any way to make the seat more comfortable? I had a lower lumbar fusion L4 through S1 and sitting on anything hard immediately puts pressure on my back

@UCanRow2

Жыл бұрын

Hi Tina! There's a whole range of options - and prices - for seat pads, what works best is individual to each person. For starters, you could get some quarter-sized bubble wrap and try a piece of that on your seat. Or just fold something like a hand towel and put that on your seat (be sure to keep it out of the way of the seat rollers though). That will give you a sense for whether a pad could help you. I also had a student who was super slender and struggled with pain in her hips and low back from having her sitz bones on the seat. She used a piece of eggshell foam and that worked great for her. My only caution is, don't go too thick with whatever you use. That will change the angle of your stroke and may cause more problems than it solves ultimately. Keep us posted! - Sarah

I train at a gym with a personal trainer and I dread the rower-even though he tells me I'm improving all the time. I dread the panting and heaving I find myself doing do when I finish the routine (whether 500meteres, 1000 meters or 2000 meters.). ( am 75 YO and have a pace-maker). Is this normal to sit there and try and catch your breath after a routine? I love your presentation.

@UCanRow2

11 ай бұрын

That depends on the goal of your training. Is it meant to be high-intensity? Regardless of the goal of THOSE sessions, I would encourage you to find some time to try some slower, more rhythmic rows. If all you ever do is work super hard on the machine, you're missing out on some of its most amazing benefits. The rowing machine is also great for moderate- and low-intensity training, and I wish more people (and trainers) would give themselves the gift of seeing what it's like to slow down on the rowing machine! (This is Sarah Fuhrmann, CEO of UCanRow2 and a Certified Functional Aging Specialist, by the way)

Just went on the rowing machine two days ago for the first time. The next day I discovered I have arthritis in my right shoulder. The pain. I’ll give it a few days rest and then try again

@UCanRow2

8 ай бұрын

Ouch! Yes definitely give it a rest. A couple of other thoughts: Remember that the rowing stroke is 60 percent legs, so make sure they're doing the lion's share of the work. Also consider having a certified instructor check your technique, there might be an easy fix!

I am new and just started rowing , i enjoy it so much and after 15 min on the machine I don’t feel tired or catching my breath . I an afraid i am doing something wrong that not make it effective with my body . Ps# i put the resistance level on 16 . Please advice

@UCanRow2

9 ай бұрын

Welcome to rowing! We would much rather you slow down and get comfortable with the rowing stroke before starting to ramp up your effort. Don't worry, you'll start to work harder as you get learn the stroke. There's no rush, and you're still getting benefit from it even if you're not out of breath! As for the resistance, I'm not sure what brand you have but if it's a moderate resistance level (neither the hardest nor the easiest) that's a great place to start. Keep me posted!

I'm looking to row for exercise... is this concept 2 brand channel? I see lots of videos about this brand but I'm not looking to be a pro rower... just variety in exercise. So in not sure what I should look for

@UCanRow2

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Susanna, welcome!! You can absolutely row for variety, on any rowing machine! The beginner rowing machine video is helpful to get some technique basics, then I would dive into the workouts in our workout playlist. If you find you really like it we have a whole series of them on a subscription basis that's very affordable. Start with these though, they're free! kzread.info/head/PL3GItd-s19_aEJQFFVUB1K1KQjzzQxw8S Let me know how else we can help! _ Sarah Fuhrmann

how about the breath, should i exhale during the drive or in recovering ?

@UCanRow2

Жыл бұрын

Great question! Exhale on the drive, the same way you would as you're doing a squat for example, and inhale on the recovery.

Well explained. You should be in PR. (However please lose the music.)

@mkkrupp2462

Жыл бұрын

Yes, it’s distracting - there’s just too much noise pollution in life these days. Ain’t so bad if it’s music of one’s own choice at home.

@UCanRow2

Жыл бұрын

Haha I used to be in PR! (This is Sarah, UCanRow2 CEO) We actually dropped the music for our on-demand row-along workouts for that exact reason. People have such different tastes in what they want to do for their workouts, we figured it was better to let them choose what they like. Including nothing!

Arms. Body. Legs. Reverse. Thank you that helped greatly. I just saw a so-called training video that taught you to arch your back, yikes!

@UCanRow2

Жыл бұрын

Yikes is right! Stick with us, we've been coaching a looooong time - like decades. We won't steal you wrong! Glad you found us!

@bellaboop1

Жыл бұрын

@@UCanRow2 thank you, I've never rowed before but have good instincts and felt caution when instructed to roll the back forward. Your video was a great help, I subscribed.

@UCanRow2

Жыл бұрын

YAY!!! Glad to have you on board. Keep us posted! 💪

I’m 59 yo M with some recovering lower back issues. Can I row everyday? Will rowing reinjure my back?

@CassiNiemann

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Sam - great question and we're glad you're considering rowing! The rowing stroke is not innately dangerous so there is no reason to think it would re-injure your back. In fact, it should strengthen it to a degree! But we would recommend you titrate up your volume as appropriate and certainly spend some time learning how to row in the most effective way. Sitting up tall, using your legs to initiate the drive, rowing slow, and engaging your core, lats and back will definitely put you in a better position to get more out of the movement and feel supported.

Great tutorial but mine does not have a damper.

@UCanRow2

Жыл бұрын

That's ok! If you have a way to adjust the resistance on your machine put it at a moderate to lower level. If not, no worries! Rowing is rowing, regardless of which machine you're on, so the technique elements still apply. - Sarah

I have a LARGE belly will I get as good a workout?? It prevents me from being as straight up and down as I feel I should be. In the catch position. Is there a video that will help me with this??? Thank you

@UCanRow2

6 ай бұрын

Yes! We made this one to help anyone who needs a little more room at the catch. Give it a try and see if it helps. You can definitely get a great workout on the rowing machine no matter what stroke range you have. :) kzread.info/dash/bejne/Z4yAptGnf8y1gLg.html

@toby9999

5 ай бұрын

​@@UCanRow2And I can't lean forward and touch my toes either. Never been able to do that even as a kid... is that likely to a problem in rowing?

I tried the same machine at my gym today but it felt like I didn't get tired. I'm probably doing it wrong. Lol I set the lever at 3 then 5 then 10 but I couldn't get tired. I used it for about 15mins total before I gave up. And oh, I tried another machine but still same result. Am I supposed to row longer, maybe faster??? 🤔

@UCanRow2

Жыл бұрын

It could be a couple of things: 1. The machines may be dirty, which would make it harder to feel anything coming from the flywheel. If you look at the machine, is there dirt blocking the holes in the metal strip that surrounds the flywheel? You can also check the drag factor by going to More info > Check Drag Factor from the monitor's main menu. If that number is below, say 100 even at 10, that may well be the issue. If so, alert your gym's staff that they need to clean the flywheels. 2. You may also be missing out on power in your own stroke by not connecting well at the catch. Focus on getting a strong PUSH with your legs, regardless of what's going on with dirt in the machine that will help you get more out of your stroke. 3. If you'd like us to take a look at your stroke and give you some tips you can post a video of you rowing from the side in our RowStrong group on Facebook: facebook.com/groups/RowStrong We're here to help! Sarah

@tmrwic

Жыл бұрын

@@UCanRow2 Yes, I'll have a look! Thanks again. 😊

I forgot about using them properly today at the gym and used it on 10 setting think i regret it now

@UCanRow2

2 жыл бұрын

Oh no! Hope you're not fighting a sore back!

@reecedrkae3833

2 жыл бұрын

@@UCanRow2 no not at all put it on 3 today and feel a lot better

Is better for chest?

@UCanRow2

11 ай бұрын

If you want to work your chest, the best thing to do is combine rowing with push-ups off the machine. It's the power combination!

@nasaratabassum1629

11 ай бұрын

@@UCanRow2 thanks a lot I mean weight loss of chest

@UCanRow2

10 ай бұрын

The rowing machine can help you lose fat all over your body, so if you combine it with a good, nutritious diet you should be able to make some progress with your chest as well!

Does this work your Abs - it looks like it just works your legs and arms?

@UCanRow2

2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely it works your abs, on every stroke! The rowing machine works 86 percent of your muscles, in fact. 💪

Luckily, the “mantra” is alphabetically ordered! “ABL, LBA. ABL, LBA. ABL, LBA.” Thank you.

@UCanRow2

4 ай бұрын

HA! Good one, never thought of that! We also like the alliteration push-pry-pull, reach-rock-roll.

Really nice 👌 😍💋 💝💖❤️

@UCanRow2

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Let us know what else you'd like to see. :)

@GADesser

3 жыл бұрын

Great new video for new rowers.

@UCanRow2

3 жыл бұрын

So glad you liked it, George. Thanks for watching!

very informative, lose the background music, great video otherwise

@UCanRow2

Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! And yes, we've taken out the music on our videos more recently, including our workouts. That way people can play what they want, or nothing!

Lose the music

@UCanRow2

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the feedback, it's on our list to reshoot this! :)

I stopped watching after 4 minutes of trying to hear you over that dreadful music.

@UCanRow2

Жыл бұрын

Thank you for your feedback, Patrick. Valid point, and it's on our to-do list to re-record the video in fact. Hopefully you still got some value from the information, music aside.

Super helpful ❤

@UCanRow2

2 ай бұрын

So glad it was, thanks for watching!