Ergs are such a simple tool. Like all simple tools they have an application. When measuring the relative speed/watts/cals/distance the bit that counts is mostly the drive phase. This is the bit between the handle being close to the wheel and far away from the wheel. This is the propulsion phase. The other bit is the recovery phase. This is where we can converse vital energy by switching off as many active muscles as possible. With a little sequencing work and some Q’s we can again achieve better results with less overall effort.

Less is very often more.

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Probably one of the worst things any Erg user can do for a host of reasons. Sore backs and necks being up there. Whenever I find am Erg in a gym anywhere in the world the usual damper setting is 10 or there a-bouts. Now depending on how well maintained the machines are this could be the correct setting but for most its most likely not. Depending on your size and gender there are preferred settings to maximize your time in a safe and efficient manner. Each PM(Performance Monitor) the ‘clock’ can sense the effective resistance within the machine. Using the drag factor settings built into the software you can mirror the same feel or resistance pretty closely on any machine anywhere. There are a few other things that can come into play like slide/roller cleanliness and bungee condition. Once you know and understand your individual ‘Drag Factor’ it makes for a much more enjoyable experience.

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Pull hard they said.

It’ll get you so far but the plateau isn’t far away.

There’s a Grey area where most endurance athletes tend to lie, where every session feels ‘Hard’. Knowing and working your zones is vital to maximize your time investment in training. Finding these zones and understanding how much of said time to invest in is a key skill to learn. Fortunately some of our early sessions identified these zones for each rower and we guide you through those key first few sessions to find your rhythm.

Every day is a school day

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Good company in a journey makes the way seem shorter. — Izaak Walton