UCanRow2

UCanRow2

The sport of rowing, whether indoors or on the water, is rightfully acknowledged as being one of the best total body workouts there is.

Highly flexible in its intensity but always low-impact on the body, working out on an indoor rowing machine has become one of the fastest-growing trends in the fitness industry.

With every stroke you are working every major muscle group, as well as your heart and lungs. Your upper and lower body, core and joints all benefit from the smooth, full range of motion.

Your mind is engaged and centered as well, and stress is eased as you settle into the rhythm of each stroke.
Rowing meets you wherever you are in your fitness journey, and will take you as far as you want to go!

UCanRow2 offers indoor rower and SkiErg programs, products and resources that help people of all ages, sizes and abilities share in the physical and mental benefits of a workout that is safe, fun and effective.

Back Pain and Rowing

Back Pain and Rowing

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8 6 4 2 ROW!

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5-Minute Rowing Cooldown

Row Again Series Workout #6

Row Again Series Workout #6

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Row Again Series Workout #4

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Row Again Series Workout #2

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Best Budget Rower Tips

Best Budget Rower Tips

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  • @LM-rr3ns
    @LM-rr3ns3 ай бұрын

    Hi great video- you mentioned that the toes may come up on the return by pulling themselves forward but you didn't say anything else about it.... is there a video about that?

  • @UCanRow2
    @UCanRow23 ай бұрын

    Yes! Try this short one: kzread.infoBoxnursAdHg?si=adsoyFSf7koJbpsb Keep us posted!

  • @69slackergirl
    @69slackergirl3 ай бұрын

    Super helpful ❤

  • @UCanRow2
    @UCanRow23 ай бұрын

    So glad it was, thanks for watching!

  • @craigtsmith6957
    @craigtsmith69573 ай бұрын

    Fantastic - really useful

  • @UCanRow2
    @UCanRow23 ай бұрын

    Wonderful! Let us know what else you'd like to see

  • @toniboloney3063
    @toniboloney30633 ай бұрын

    Great tutorial and huge help, thank you!

  • @UCanRow2
    @UCanRow23 ай бұрын

    You're so welcome, thank you for commenting. Happy rowing!

  • @henrywelch7900
    @henrywelch79003 ай бұрын

    for the longest time i was holding the handle too low during the catch causing there to be no connection until my legs were half way extended. Holding it higher so the chain stays taut seems to be something shorter rowers need to cognizant of.

  • @UCanRow2
    @UCanRow23 ай бұрын

    Great point! Keeping the handle straight going in and out of the flywheel is a good one for everybody. It's a great way to get more out of the upper-body portion of the stroke. Thanks so much for commenting!

  • @jmselvon1
    @jmselvon13 ай бұрын

    hello from belgium, thanks a lotfor those useful videos.

  • @UCanRow2
    @UCanRow23 ай бұрын

    Belgium! Yay! 🇧🇪 You're so welcome, let us know what else would help you love rowing more.

  • @neuromaiden
    @neuromaiden3 ай бұрын

    How can I improve my force curve at lower spm? Even if at 20 spm I am able to have low splits (2:10 or 2:15) and good wattage (120-150), my curve looks like example B. Only when I increase the speed (26-28 spm or higher), my force curve looks acceptable. Am I opening my body too soon or my drive is too long? From my videos and analysis on Rowerup, my form is good, although I struggle to understand how to fix this issue. Thank you so much for all the great videos you post!!!

  • @rachaelharper3778
    @rachaelharper37783 ай бұрын

    That’s why my back hurts cus I pull instead of push thankyou :)

  • @UCanRow2
    @UCanRow23 ай бұрын

    Yes very likely! Have you tried the push instead? How does it feel now?

  • @user-mc5lo3et7x
    @user-mc5lo3et7x3 ай бұрын

    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!

  • @VMorgenthaler-yp6yz
    @VMorgenthaler-yp6yz3 ай бұрын

    I have long legs and very short torso. Can I row?

  • @DeepakChauhan-gl1cc
    @DeepakChauhan-gl1cc3 ай бұрын

    I'm interested; where can I buy Concept 2? Thanks.

  • @AmandaLaggan
    @AmandaLaggan3 ай бұрын

    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. 🙌🏽

  • @LS-kg6my
    @LS-kg6my3 ай бұрын

    So I’ve been hinging, with a straight back, but feel muscles in my lower back working. I thought it was just because I was using them

  • @maryaboyd2667
    @maryaboyd26674 ай бұрын

    Thank you for helping us ❤

  • @UCanRow2
    @UCanRow24 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. :)

  • @jbeebuchanan2136
    @jbeebuchanan21364 ай бұрын

    Love that pic of the Sandias. Thanks for the info

  • @UCanRow2
    @UCanRow24 ай бұрын

    Isn't it cool? I'm a big fan of the coordinating tights too. Hope the info was helpful! - Sarah

  • @davida428
    @davida4284 ай бұрын

    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
    @UCanRow24 ай бұрын

    Wonderful! Let us know how it goes.

  • @annewright2297
    @annewright22974 ай бұрын

    Thank you, Cassi! Another great session on the rower!

  • @UCanRow2
    @UCanRow24 ай бұрын

    You're so welcome, glad it was helpful!

  • @deborahleinen2319
    @deborahleinen23194 ай бұрын

    Great tip, thanks! I really like the color of your leggings in this demonstration, I could clearly see the differentiation in the leg position.

  • @UCanRow2
    @UCanRow24 ай бұрын

    Thanks! We like the way they coordinate with Cassi's mural 😊

  • @TEB64
    @TEB644 ай бұрын

    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
    @UCanRow24 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

  • @ImageQuestPhotography
    @ImageQuestPhotography4 ай бұрын

    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
    @UCanRow24 ай бұрын

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

  • @neilscheff1045
    @neilscheff10454 ай бұрын

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

  • @UCanRow2
    @UCanRow24 ай бұрын

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

  • @herculesrockefeller8969
    @herculesrockefeller89694 ай бұрын

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

  • @UCanRow2
    @UCanRow24 ай бұрын

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

  • @peterdonnelly6804
    @peterdonnelly68044 ай бұрын

    Thank you, easy to follow instructions ❤

  • @UCanRow2
    @UCanRow24 ай бұрын

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

  • @ishta
    @ishta4 ай бұрын

    Great Video. Thanks so much. My favorite machine whenI had to complete the cardiac rehab program at the university hospital. I actually became the top patient record holder for 2500m. I saw your rowing 101 video and I just followed that to heart no pun intended. I finally got a used concept 2 and decided to watch your videos again and realized I have a lot do to catch up to my personal best 11 months ago LOL.

  • @UCanRow2
    @UCanRow24 ай бұрын

    You're in good company with the cardiac rehab. It's what got Greenville Indoor Rowing's Lowell Caylor (who played for the Cleveland Browns) started on it. Best of luck on your road to recovery, keep rowing and you'll get there. Keep us posted! - Sarah

  • @ishta
    @ishta4 ай бұрын

    @w2 Oh yeah. I have been running and mountain biking only (mostly slow running) plus I have horses to take care of after I finished the program, because I jkust hate gyms. I know something is missing. By following your tips I am approaching sub 2 minutes for 500 meters (3K session) Great tip on the drag factor. 122 seems to be where I am at. Rowing is so good. I am late-comer but hopefully will be a lifer. BTW I broke my PR a few days ago. Thanks again.

  • @andrewkitchenuk
    @andrewkitchenuk4 ай бұрын

    Watching this at 6 a.m in the UK and wasn't going to row today after a heavy deadlift and landmine rows yesterday but your enthusiasm has got me. Looking forward to it now. Thank you. 😊

  • @UCanRow2
    @UCanRow24 ай бұрын

    You're so welcome! Did you do the workout in the end?

  • @evanshaw17
    @evanshaw174 ай бұрын

    You are making a small error on pull away. Your legs are not fully done and you have already too soon pulling back with upper body and begun arms too early as a result

  • @UCanRow2
    @UCanRow24 ай бұрын

    Thank you for the feedback! Much appreciated.

  • @user-ke9lg9qv8b
    @user-ke9lg9qv8b4 ай бұрын

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

  • @UCanRow2
    @UCanRow24 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

  • @Hendrix4evah
    @Hendrix4evah5 ай бұрын

    Good stuff. Thanks.

  • @UCanRow2
    @UCanRow24 ай бұрын

    Our pleasure!

  • @vernalachance6809
    @vernalachance68095 ай бұрын

    I bought a rower it really hurts my tailbone What I’m I doing wrong

  • @UCanRow2
    @UCanRow24 ай бұрын

    Ouchie! A couple of possibilities: 1. Try sitting up taller on the machine. This video may help: kzread.info/dash/bejne/ZqaOl6ecl8m8pbA.htmlsi=wV0OHEOLOWvVnalS 2. A seat pad could also help. Which one to buy is very individual and they can get pricey. For starters, try just sitting on a small folded towel or a piece of bubble wrap to see if it helps. Let us know how that works! - Sarah

  • @Almie111
    @Almie1115 ай бұрын

    Would coning be an issue with rowing while pregnant? Is your technique safer to avoir coning? Thanks

  • @CassiNiemann
    @CassiNiemann4 ай бұрын

    Yes, coning can be a concern in rowing during pregnancy, and our technique prioritizes limiting excessive layback at the finish to mitigate this issue. However, our emphasis on maintaining forward body angle during the recovery and catch phases is essential and sometimes overlooked. Incorporating as much forward body swing as possible (around a pregnant body) allows for effective engagement of the hips and legs while helping to minimize additional stress on the core and back. This approach promotes a more beneficial rowing experience, especially for pregnant individuals, making it worth your time. For a more detailed explanation, check out the 5th tip in our KZread video around the 4:30 minute mark.

  • @progtom7585
    @progtom75855 ай бұрын

    Thanks heaps for the video

  • @UCanRow2
    @UCanRow24 ай бұрын

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

  • @margaritaortega575
    @margaritaortega5755 ай бұрын

    Thank you. Great instructions love the rower

  • @UCanRow2
    @UCanRow24 ай бұрын

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

  • @user-fc1tq7pf9e
    @user-fc1tq7pf9e5 ай бұрын

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

  • @UCanRow2
    @UCanRow25 ай бұрын

    Glad it was helpful, thank you so much!

  • @westleys.2372
    @westleys.23726 ай бұрын

    Thank you for the video. It got me started my rowing journey. 😊

  • @UCanRow2
    @UCanRow25 ай бұрын

    YAY!!! How are things going now?

  • @janethompson350
    @janethompson3506 ай бұрын

    Thanks for this great little course.I think I’ll repeat this for a couple of days then find the next course to follow❤.

  • @UCanRow2
    @UCanRow25 ай бұрын

    I love that idea! Definitely repeat this one as many times as you like. From there it's all about what your goals are. Let us know if you'd like suggestions!

  • @MikeMarchlik
    @MikeMarchlik6 ай бұрын

    sometimes my curve will rise up normally but then stay flat then go down normally. Any ideas?

  • @JohnJohnson-he1yv
    @JohnJohnson-he1yv6 ай бұрын

    So incredibly helpful!

  • @UCanRow2
    @UCanRow25 ай бұрын

    Glad you think so, let us know what else you'd like to see or what questions you have.

  • @tamilouduplechin7927
    @tamilouduplechin79276 ай бұрын

    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
    @UCanRow26 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
    @toby99995 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?

  • @tamilouduplechin7927
    @tamilouduplechin79276 ай бұрын

    I love this!!! ❤ thank you

  • @UCanRow2
    @UCanRow26 ай бұрын

    So glad!

  • @Ddronron1
    @Ddronron16 ай бұрын

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

  • @UCanRow2
    @UCanRow26 ай бұрын

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

  • @Ebonapar
    @Ebonapar6 ай бұрын

    Replay - great information!

  • @UCanRow2
    @UCanRow26 ай бұрын

    So glad you liked it!

  • @ericprince6672
    @ericprince66726 ай бұрын

    I’m new to rowing. What exercises, lifts, stretches will build my ability to row more efficiently?

  • @UCanRow2
    @UCanRow25 ай бұрын

    Since the rowing stroke is 60 percent legs, you want to put most of your focus there to start. Squats, deadlifts, cleans are great, as are hinging movements like kettlebell swings. That's a great place to start!

  • @BobbieGWhiz
    @BobbieGWhiz6 ай бұрын

    Thanks. At my advanced age of nearly 67 (yikes) I needed drop my feet so my heels are on the ground (using a waterrower clone) in order to flex adequately at the catch. Without this change my stroke is far shorter because my drive was shortened. I had to place a canvas belt well below the rower’s straps in order to hold my feet in place. I can do a bit better than a 2:13 split time with these changes. I am working on exercises to get my hips to flex to a greater degree, but no luck so far. I’m really enjoying the rowing.

  • @andrewkitchenuk
    @andrewkitchenuk6 ай бұрын

    I injured my lower back when I was in the Fire Service and using the RowErg is the only thing that alleviates the pain. It's a lifesaver for me. 🤗

  • @UCanRow2
    @UCanRow26 ай бұрын

    Wow, that's powerful, Andrew. I'm so happy to hear that rowing is helping, but sorry that you have to deal with that.

  • @Surfsailwaves
    @Surfsailwaves6 ай бұрын

    Thanks - your video is clear, concise and full of gems. Sitting tall and hingeing from the hips don’t come naturally to a lifelong sloucher. I have to stand and (slowly) unfold my back every 25-30 minutes. But I am inspired to focus on form and progression. ‘Butt back’ and engaging the lats are lower-hanging fruit.

  • @UCanRow2
    @UCanRow26 ай бұрын

    So glad it was helpful! Yes, paying attention the best form you can manage and building slowly over time will help hugely. 💪

  • @Madeline8887
    @Madeline88876 ай бұрын

    This is so helpful. Thank you very much.

  • @UCanRow2
    @UCanRow26 ай бұрын

    You're so welcome, thanks for watching!

  • @stinger1756
    @stinger17566 ай бұрын

    This one's great. Terrific pace and nice and peaceful.

  • @UCanRow2
    @UCanRow26 ай бұрын

    Agreed! It's so meditative and it looks like a beautiful day outside. :)

  • @verfugbarkite
    @verfugbarkite6 ай бұрын

    Mine looks like a broken tooth. Makes sense now - I’m likely over reaching my catch.

  • @UCanRow2
    @UCanRow26 ай бұрын

    The great news is every stroke is a chance at a do-over. Keep working on it, and use the force curve. It's such a great tool!

  • @andrewkitchenuk
    @andrewkitchenuk7 ай бұрын

    I do my share of sprints, intensity and all the rest but occasionally I do a half marathon in silence and it is literally a form of active meditation. Love it. 🧘

  • @UCanRow2
    @UCanRow26 ай бұрын

    So well put. We couldn't agree more!!

  • @andydavis8846
    @andydavis88467 ай бұрын

    Thank you, for such a clear and precise explanation. I especially like the 2nd curve explanation. I now understand that mitten shape shows, in my case, a failure to lean and reach forward enough during the recovery phase. I have been able to correct that now. So the force curve even shows faults that occur when you are not even supposed to be applying force. Brilliant!

  • @UCanRow2
    @UCanRow26 ай бұрын

    Right?!? I wish more people knew about it!