Same here.lost 30kg now and feel in better shape then I do 10 years ago doing badminton 3 times a week. Started with nutrition to vegan 🌱 and reduce Alkohol a bit.
Omg! I love how simple you explain things. I started following you not so long ago and I don’t regret it at all. You are very thorough and specific with what you say and teach. Thank you so much for your continued guidance.
When you row, are you maintaining a higher pace like 26,28 strokes a minute, or something lower like 22,24 etc? I feel like I am more comfortable staying at a 26-28 for a longer row.
I'm absolutely horribly overweight and I know it, i was always a comfort eater and I was severely bullied in school, still have nightmares about that, I ended up putting on a lot of weight. Because of this I'm always so tired, I get physically exhausted way too fast which in turn means that if I go out for a brisk walk or whatever other exercises I'm tired way before I can get in enough exercise as well as joint pain especially my ankles which I have both previously injured severely. So in the end I'm exhausted, sore and miserable. But when I first got on my aunts rower it was so awesome to be able to get good exercise without being in constant pain. I love rowing, it doesn't tire me out as quickly so I can get in the amount of exercise I need and because I don't have my entire weight on my feet I'm not in constant pain. I know that I need to do other exercises as well and I am. The more I row the more I lose weight which in turn means less weight on my feet and that means I can do better exercise. Slowly but surely I am becoming the best me I can be. As for my eating habits, I'm changing them too, cutting out as much starch and plant based fats as possible and my digestive system has been very grateful for it lol. I'm looking into acquiring my own rower and if I can't get one I'll get blueprints and make my own. Rowing is seriously saving my life. Not only is it good exercise but it's also really fun and very rewarding, zoning out on the rower is seriously the best meditation ever.
Get on Craigslist and find. Concept rower. That's awesome what you have acheived. I am about 50lbs overweight and have been very lazy. Starting to row again now to get healthy. I just need some workouts
@@craigluhr7243 well I kinda fell off the wagon for a while with some serious family stuff but I'm back on track and lost 12kg 🥳🥳🥳 keep working Craig it will be worth it in the long run
Good on you! I love how you’re aware of your flaws and weaknesses and your willingness to work on them, I love that kind of mindset and trust me, it’ll get you where you ant to go. If I may make a suggestion, try the sauna as well as it’ll help increase circulation and helps with the lymphatic system which in turn helps clear toxins out of the body but also, it increases your heart rate in a similar way as a light jog or brisk walk does. Mine goes as high as 140bpm I’m a 30min sauna session. It’s like having gone for a jog (in terms of cardio) while sitting down. Good luck on your journey!
@@mzgee43 I actually just ended up going with the Koreyosh one from Amazon and it’s awesome. Seeing the water kinda calms me down during my workout - www.amazon.com/Koreyosh-Adjustable-Resistance-Equipment-Exercise/dp/B086W5F2FL
@@ivetteromero5967 thanks girl! After two months I’ve lost 48 lbs and counting! It’s been so easy to just hop on this thing. I bumped my time up to an hour a day and just row! I haven’t even changed my terrible eating habits of sweets and soda 🤫🤣 (i have started drinking a ton more water though) I just watch tv and zone out and it’s over before ya know it.
@@DarkHorseRowing and ive done it since Apr il 1st, due to my job(truck driver) I can only hit the machine 30 minutes a day 3x a week,but I vary my workout each time
1,5-2 hours a week will do wonders an research from denmark i think said that 1 hour per week of exercise is enough but many people enjoy working out up to 5-6 hours a week
even I as a well fit person struggles after 30-40 mins. Make sure to keep going after the burning starts. thats when the magic really starts to work. Your body can withstand almost anything, on the other hand your mind will stop you. Good luck with your journey and DO not quit.
Shane thank you so much. Im turning 62 next week and planning to retire in April. Im getting myself in shape (for our time )made up my mind after seeing 250 on the scale recently for the first time in my life .so glad i found your channel !One thing you opened me up to is intervals .I made a Fav interval for the first days of 1-1r/2-1r/3-1r/2-1r/1-1r. that was over 3k and kept me going .also now i do it 2 or 3 times a day.Also the default interval is a good one giving you 5 k if you row slower during rest.downloaded erg data thanks to you too..... love the videos
Just started watching your channel and am really grateful for your videos... Just hit subscribe! I've lost a little over 100 lbs in the last year (>350 to
Welcome to being a Dark Horse Barry! Super happy you decided to join. First off, congrats on the weight loss already, it's clear you've taken the change into your own hands which is amazing. Second, I truly hope you do find the healthy lifestyle side of things. Once you reach that, the rest becomes irrelevant because you realize how much is within your control and you really begin to enjoy the process of life.
Great approach to helping people get healthy. Start moving, make good strokes and start thinking about food a little differently. And remember that making new habits is real work!
Day 1 Mid Distance Row - 3000m complete it without stopping think about good mechanics Day 2 30 min stretch + 20 min light activity (up to you, walk around, get an a bike, etc) Day 3 Intervals (high intensity) think 10x250m/ 15 x 250m Day 4 Rest Day 5 Strength training, body weight squats, lunges, press-ups, broomstick deadlifts, ect Day 6 Long Row 6000m+ low intensity, but keep heart rate elevated - break it up to 3x 2000m if needed, but don’t let your heart rate drop totally (short breaks) Day 7 Rest GO KICK BUTT!
What do you do if you find 5 minutes is about all you can do? No way I can start at 30 minutes. I am 78, so I think I am going to try 6 days at 5 minutes and next week 5 minutes in the morning and 5 minutes in the afternoon then add on from there weekly. LOL Don't have a lot of weight to lose but enough! I will come back when I can do 30 minutes. You have a great video.
On the contrary Shane, I would 100% consider you a living legend. Your videos have really changed my life. Mental strength 10x stronger since I've started rowing.
How did you do it please give us details on your machine settings. How many times a week you worked out and how long your work out times. I can really use your help.
I don't have insta tho I should lol. I would do 30 min with mini breaks put the setting on 3 and just go as hard as I could without stopping. After I would do some walking/jogging for 30 min as well, and go into a sauna for 10 min. If u don't have a sauna, a sauna suit would ok.
Great videos! Living proof too. 102kg -> 78 kg. But I stopped in the spring because all my spare time has been dedicated to projects around the home and “yard”. Finally today I’ve got to the stage where I can not only see my C2 but also set it up in my home gym. I was a bit shook when I looked at my ErgData log and when the last recorded session was! Still back to it. Start gentle and work up I guess. Any other tips??
Start gentle is it! Be kind to yourself and continue to move forward, allowing the past to be the past and the future to be the only thing you can control Adrian.
Thank you so much for the video's. .. I'm a trucking driver. ..last year x-mas purchased a waterrower...lol ..been in the box ever since..I purchased a 2020 freighterliner with a platform murphy bed..set up my rower inside if the truck.. my life has changed instantly...with warm people online sharing as you do ..all that we need now. is committment.. again ty .. I feel more hopeful than ever about my health goals.
Hey there. Me too. I’ve been doing Omad since January. I’ve lost 15 lbs and have thrown in a few 72 hour fasts for autophagy and lowering inflammation. My concept 2 came in last week and we’ve been enjoying this channel to start us off right and learn good mechanics.
Shane - I rowed in college and didn't realize how much I missed it until I hot the rowing machine at my local gym recently. I've used your videos to help re-motivate me and I love rowing again! It's like riding a bike! Looking forward to more videos - keep up the great work.
Read a long time ago, a French pro rider , he said he hated indoor cycling trainers because there was no airflow to keep him cool.. (endurance ). I have a well made floor type fan in front of me when I row... rarely overheat. Some personal info, just had hip replaced recently and am hitting 30 minutes after 2.5 months at 80 % old pace. Roughly 6500 M. Long time rower here. Nice work you are doing.
Recently started rowing because I found it fun and I’m proud of myself because I’m at 2000m in 11 minutes I don’t know if that’s actually good but I feel good about it
Im 280 obs and middled aged female. Bad hips and neck arthritis. Im going to be buying a rower in hopes i can lose at least 50 lbs. Im also gonna need to change my eating habits
Odd question: Just got back to the gym after a 24 year hiatus (44m). Went back to my old routine of 1 hour on the rowing machine, about 12,000 meters, and was able to do so non-stop on day 3. Did this for 2 weeks then upped the workout to 20,000 meters or about 100 minutes for the last 2 weeks. I honestly feel great other than a little joint pain in both ring fingers and a sore ass at 15,000 meters. I'm not even winded when I stop. I row and then do a couple hours of strength training. I do this 5 or 6 days a week. My question is: Is this excessive? I'm looking for weight loss and general fitness.The computer says I burn around 1100 calories per rowing session. I maintain a pace of 24-26 strokes per minute and under 2:30 per 500m. I do this all at max resistance (16). I'm a 44 male - 5' 11 - 195lbs - Scale says 24% bodyfat (if that matters) Was always a strong kid with great endurance.
@@luket6405 +1 Absolutely the correct answer. To bad this isn't commonly expressed. Your body will not lie to you if it isn't under the influence of weirdos, drugs, alcohol.
The first thing you realise when you start on a rower with a performance monitor is that it takes a long time to burn off calories; you have to row over 5km to burn 300. This should quickly make you reconsider picking up that cookie when you factor in that you'll need to row 2km to burn off just one.
Fantastic channel, great motivator. At 63 I wanted to loose a bit of weight, bought a rower and put rowing into my routine. Having it at home gives me the freedom to row when I am ready for it. Mostly that will be early morning on an empty stomach. Rowing machines are easy to have at home as they fold up and take up only a small amount of space. I can take the machine out the garden or row indoors. After a short while of regular rowing the body feels better as rowing hits all of the muscle groups. I do check and I loose a bit of weight every time I row so it's a yes from me :)
Thank you for the videos. I have a NordicTrack RW 900 being delivered this Satuday and I'm axious to get started. I am 60 years old 262 lbs. and want to get to 220 lbs. I'm hoping the iFit coaching will encourage me to stay with it and come back day after day. Thanks again for the great contect.
I just got my Nordictrack RW900 two weeks ago and I'm down almost 7 lbs. I cut out soda and candy. Reduced bread intake. I've had 8 30-40 minute sessions. Best of luck! It's been a great machine so far.
@@snoww2009 I agree 100% with you on that having videos/instructors is key. I looked at the hydrow but couldn't justify the price vs the Nordictrack. I'm sure it would be fine.
Great video. First timw watching your video. I have some trivia non related comment: youre one of those guys that seems like the look and the voice dont match. Haha. As if you're using a vlice over. 😅. Anyways, great advice 😊
pretty sure you guys might never read this but ill take my chances. i really appreciate the effort and knowledge you put in your videos, and i love your professionalism. only channel im not cheating with watching ads haha. much love and thanks from austria
I hit 60 pounds down today! 330 > 270 (on the way to 250). I've rowed 850,000 meters in five months along the way. The erg can absolutely help you burn calories, gain fitness and lose weight!
@@mikerob2158 I made it to 250lbs, and rowed 2.3 million meters last year. :) I switched it up and joined Orangetheory Fitness, a group HIIT gym that incorporates rowing - so I'm still rowing, but no longer exclusively.
Great Video! Got turned on to your channel recently (by people telling my my rowing sucks! Haha! Well, I knew that.) It's good to hear such a clearly knowledgeable person with such great perspective!
If a lot of rowing would get recorded in various rivers, lakes, and oceans then made to play in VR headsets it would make home rowing much more enjoyable.
This is something I had to learn the hard way. There's not enough hours in the day to work off the calories if you eat poorly enough. Weight loss is about how you eat, first and foremost. That said, my doctor mentioned that benefits from exercise come from Day 1. Your blood pressure, heart rate and hormones will be benefitted almost immediately. So if you're going to take the time to eat right, there's no reason not to put in some effort in exercise to get the physical benefit.
I joined the rowing team at work and I'm stoked to see what it will do for my body! I also love weight training so hopefully that'll help with getting into it.
I'm waiting on my Concept2 to arrive! I'm ready for a change! I'm overweight and realize rowing with a Tummy is not going to be easy, but I'm willing to try! In August I'm having my Achilles tendon surgery, so I will be on a scooter for 6 weeks. I've got to work on upper body and some lower to get ready for surgery.. Do you have any tips for over weight people to do this? (Correctly)? Thanks!
I row but man you want someone to row 3000 m with good mechanics without stopping who is starting this journey? really? a 3k row on day 1 for a beginner?
so, it's Wed and a Day3 for me. Intervals. What about the rest between 250m sessions? I did 1min and after like 7th interval I saw that my heart was going too high (in my desired zone). So what's best - to have a slower next interval (since the machine starts counting time anyway and I can't rest for more) OR to set rest time from 1min to 1.5mins for all the intervals. ?
I dont know if you‘ve already found out the answer, but otherwise; it depends on your desired HR and Intervals. Usually Intervals are really fast, even sprint-like, which uses other energy resources as aerobic, long distance rowing. You should set your rest timer, depending on how fast you go, to about 2-3 minutes, so your energy resources can regenerate and you are fresh for the next interval. 2 Minutes should be fine tho, 3 minutes might be too much.
@@lululx3760 thanks! yes, I found my answers by practicing. The only concern is that 2 mins pause is too much during first intervals but almost not enough during last intervals :))) So trying to balance there. In general, I find intervals being a great type of training. The only bad thing about them - during months of Challenges (to make as many meters as possible), especially when you're part of the team - the training session with intervals doesn't give you a big Total of meters at the end of the day. Well...
@@skyantenna Yeah true! For total meter count, Intervals aren‘t the way to go, they are for developement of power and (un)aerobic capacity. And sometimes to nearly kill yourself haha.
@@lizarb2245 I got Fitness Reality water rower. I got it on Amazon it was about $600 and I absolutely love it. I am stronger and fitter that I've been in a long time.. I've lost 10 lbs in 5 wks. I row 6 days a week.
At 260lb, on the edge of 40yrs old...I'm constantly tired and out of breath. I'm just going through your videos and set on buying a rower in 2 weeks time!!
Just started using the rowing machine in the gym as part of my regular workout. I started to aim for 6 minutes on the rower and have now increased it by another minute to 7 minutes per week. I need to get weighed again to see how much weight I have lost. Today I bought a tape measure so that once a week I can measure my stomach to see how many inches I have burned off by using the rowing machine.
I was 525 lbs in 2017..now I'm floating around 360...in April of 2021 I hit 321 lbs. I fell of the path and gained about 50lbs back, but I'm back at it and using my rower 4 to 5 times a week with my nutrition being back on mark!
Ok I'm 56, weigh 18 stone and according to the dimensions on home rowing machines I am too fat to use one, stil i am after a cheap foldaway rowing machine, and this is the way I will have to lose weight, trouble is most have a maximum of 15 stone, this worries me
18 stone is equal to approximately 250 pounds I think any rowing machine would work for you. I'm currently 10 stone but want to get to 8 stone. I'm on the wait list for my Concept 2 model D, they gave me a possible October 8 order day. I can't wait!!
I used to get sciatica every now and then. Rowing certainly tightens your core and has definitely benefitted me and kept it at bay. Best seek advice from your Doctor first though.
Eat maximum 3000 calories and the food needs to be healthy alot of fruit and vegetables meat wise eat chicken and turkey and steak also eat potatoes, Brown Rice and wholegrain pasta and FOUR very important things EGG, OATMEAL, CHEESE and MILK
I am about to get me a machine this week and commit to it. Thanks for the encouragement … I look forward to the challenge of eating better and consistent workouts …
My cooworker laughed when I told them I was going to lose fat with just implementing Okibetonic Secrets, but after I showed them great results after I used it they're begging me to share with them about it. Of course I won't let them know the detail about this diet plan, lol
Because it’s summer, I tried looking through the produce department again and found some delicious salad kits this year. So I’ve already replaced the food. Now I’m trying to find some exercises I would like to do. I have one of these machines coming in the mail.
I have experience on the C2 and on the water, and can row 5-10k and short high intensity rows on a c2. I want to drop some pounds and saw your weight loss programme. Would you recommend this trng prog? Or should I up distances/intensity? Thanks for any advise you can give. Lisa
I'm having trouble sticking to rowing as I've always enjoyed the treadmill more. I tend to row for one week and leave it for 2 weeks, it's been like this all year...
I regularly do a 350 calorie workout on our Rower (somewhere over 6000-meters! Before I do that I do 8-Pull-ups and 215 sit-ups! I do this Mon-Thurs typically! I like this workout does it sound ok to you?
Bad wrists and left toe issue, rowing is looking more and more like my saving grace. I had lost almost 100lbs, unfortunately ive gained back 30lbs. I'm so ready to shred this weight.
A mile is 1,610 meters. So on day 1 where you are rowing 3,000 meters without stopping, that is just under 2 miles. You can row 403, 403, 805, 805, 403 and 403 with a minute or less in between and that will be two miles.
I did Crossfit a few years back at age 45, and honestly most of the exercises were just way more than i could do. But the rower was my thing. As a big, older guy, (6ft3, 295), i wasnt doing well on burpees, box jumps, running, etc... But rowing is different. It is the equalizer because there is no advantage for someone else who is half your size. I quit Crossfit and bought the Concept2 rower and that alone is my workout.
I agree. I just can’t do sport in a gym with other people. I play tennis but I’m generally unfit and overweight. I play tennis twice a week but sometimes it’s difficult to find a partner. Rowing is definitely used friendly…..😅
I Lost over 50 lbs on the erg. Gained fitness levels not seen since my 20s, and feel great.
Wow...that's amazing. I'm barely learning. Super overwhelmed with al the videos out there so I stumbled here
Nice work Steve!
Same here.lost 30kg now and feel in better shape then I do 10 years ago doing badminton 3 times a week. Started with nutrition to vegan 🌱 and reduce Alkohol a bit.
Thomas P. Did you incorporate other workouts (running, strength training, etc) ?
Well done!
Omg! I love how simple you explain things. I started following you not so long ago and I don’t regret it at all. You are very thorough and specific with what you say and teach. Thank you so much for your continued guidance.
when you say 20min. of lighy activity is using a nordic track ski machine ok???????
Yes!!!
Shorten your speech. Im interested but way too long explaining it. Shorten it
It's only 9 mins!
I’m living proof! 305 > 155
So incredible
That's amazing! Well done!
That's amazing. Been doing research and starting row house next month when it opens. Currently 294
In how long?
Tara Wade hi! Did you only do rowing or did you do other workouts too? (Strength training, yoga, running, etc).
Been rowing 3-5k meters for 4 to 5 days a week for the past 3 months and I’m down 50 pounds😅 300 to 250!🔥
That's incredible. How long does that workout take you? Have you changed your diet in addition to rowing? Great job getting that far already!
When you row, are you maintaining a higher pace like 26,28 strokes a minute, or something lower like 22,24 etc?
I feel like I am more comfortable staying at a 26-28 for a longer row.
wow im starting at about the same weight. What was diet like?
@@awworrell yup I eat between 1,800 calories and 2,100 calories a day
@@junde410 yeah I go off my split per 500 meters and I like to keep that under 2 min for longer rows
I'm absolutely horribly overweight and I know it, i was always a comfort eater and I was severely bullied in school, still have nightmares about that, I ended up putting on a lot of weight. Because of this I'm always so tired, I get physically exhausted way too fast which in turn means that if I go out for a brisk walk or whatever other exercises I'm tired way before I can get in enough exercise as well as joint pain especially my ankles which I have both previously injured severely. So in the end I'm exhausted, sore and miserable. But when I first got on my aunts rower it was so awesome to be able to get good exercise without being in constant pain. I love rowing, it doesn't tire me out as quickly so I can get in the amount of exercise I need and because I don't have my entire weight on my feet I'm not in constant pain. I know that I need to do other exercises as well and I am. The more I row the more I lose weight which in turn means less weight on my feet and that means I can do better exercise. Slowly but surely I am becoming the best me I can be. As for my eating habits, I'm changing them too, cutting out as much starch and plant based fats as possible and my digestive system has been very grateful for it lol. I'm looking into acquiring my own rower and if I can't get one I'll get blueprints and make my own. Rowing is seriously saving my life. Not only is it good exercise but it's also really fun and very rewarding, zoning out on the rower is seriously the best meditation ever.
Get on Craigslist and find. Concept rower. That's awesome what you have acheived. I am about 50lbs overweight and have been very lazy. Starting to row again now to get healthy. I just need some workouts
@@craigluhr7243 well I kinda fell off the wagon for a while with some serious family stuff but I'm back on track and lost 12kg 🥳🥳🥳 keep working Craig it will be worth it in the long run
@@reactionx1041 hell ya, glad to hear your giving it your best :)
@@craigluhr7243 keep up the good work :)
Good on you! I love how you’re aware of your flaws and weaknesses and your willingness to work on them, I love that kind of mindset and trust me, it’ll get you where you ant to go.
If I may make a suggestion, try the sauna as well as it’ll help increase circulation and helps with the lymphatic system which in turn helps clear toxins out of the body but also, it increases your heart rate in a similar way as a light jog or brisk walk does. Mine goes as high as 140bpm I’m a 30min sauna session. It’s like having gone for a jog (in terms of cardio) while sitting down.
Good luck on your journey!
Your channel inspired me! I just ordered my first rowing machine - starting weight 250lbs! 🥵😭
which rower did you go with? do you like it?
@@mzgee43 I actually just ended up going with the Koreyosh one from Amazon and it’s awesome. Seeing the water kinda calms me down during my workout - www.amazon.com/Koreyosh-Adjustable-Resistance-Equipment-Exercise/dp/B086W5F2FL
Ps. At 23 lbs lost a month later only doing this for 30 mins a day for 4 days a week!
@@amandabrooke319 congratulations I really want to loose my belly thank you for shared your experience is very inspiring.keep going..
@@ivetteromero5967 thanks girl! After two months I’ve lost 48 lbs and counting! It’s been so easy to just hop on this thing. I bumped my time up to an hour a day and just row! I haven’t even changed my terrible eating habits of sweets and soda 🤫🤣 (i have started drinking a ton more water though) I just watch tv and zone out and it’s over before ya know it.
I definitely can relate to the part that rowing is like meditating
Right? I fall into it sometimes and it’s really nice
Dark Horse Rowing yes very nice, the world is disappearing for an half an hour with all the pressure (:
I really want to try it but don’t know which machine to get. Or does it even matter?
@@parisg155 the type of machine does not that matter, the action does. Dark horse has a video of rowing machines
It might help you decide
I never thought about it that way. It is definitely like meditating with the breathe in...breathe out....repeat.
I lost 20lb since rowing in last Oct. 1 hour every day...
only 20 pounds since october?
@@gamerchick614 depends on how much you weigh the lower youre weight is the harder it is to lose weight
If you weigh 200 pounds or less then it is MUCH harder but possible ofc
I started rowing in Oct 2020 from 203 lb. 1hour every day, except few days after covid vaccibe shots. Now June 3, 169 lb
@@hguo7818 diet wise? calories?
Lost 60lbs joining the Crew team at my college. Never, ever, ever had results like that in my life. The erg is a magical tool
Ive lost 90# since changong my diet and using your videos
Wow! That's awesome.
Gerald! That’s so cool man. It’s amazing what those two will do for you. Congrats. Keep on the course my man!
@@DarkHorseRowing and ive done it since Apr il 1st, due to my job(truck driver) I can only hit the machine 30 minutes a day 3x a week,but I vary my workout each time
Is Changong a type of Chinese diet? Where can I find more information about Changong?
1,5-2 hours a week will do wonders an research from denmark i think said that 1 hour per week of exercise is enough but many people enjoy working out up to 5-6 hours a week
It is actually relaxing and kind of meditative. Once you warm up and relax with music, it's very enjoyable.
First day ever rowing as an overweight human. I did not expect it to be that hard 😅 I could only go for 15 minutes. My arms were on fire
even I as a well fit person struggles after 30-40 mins. Make sure to keep going after the burning starts. thats when the magic really starts to work. Your body can withstand almost anything, on the other hand your mind will stop you. Good luck with your journey and DO not quit.
It's always hard at the beginning of any new exercise. Keep going 💪 you showed up and tried that's half the battle.
yeah, rowing is one of the hardest sports out there.
be proud of yourself, many people don't get the courage or willpower to start rowing.
Shane thank you so much. Im turning 62 next week and planning to retire in April. Im getting myself in shape (for our time )made up my mind after seeing 250 on the scale recently for the first time in my life .so glad i found your channel !One thing you opened me up to is intervals .I made a Fav interval for the first days of 1-1r/2-1r/3-1r/2-1r/1-1r. that was over 3k and kept me going .also now i do it 2 or 3 times a day.Also the default interval is a good one giving you 5 k if you row slower during rest.downloaded erg data thanks to you too..... love the videos
Thanks Bobby and congrats on your journey. Hope you have a wonderful retirement and hell ya, get your body ready to enjoy life to the fullest!
@@DarkHorseRowing 😵💫
Just started watching your channel and am really grateful for your videos... Just hit subscribe! I've lost a little over 100 lbs in the last year (>350 to
Welcome to being a Dark Horse Barry! Super happy you decided to join. First off, congrats on the weight loss already, it's clear you've taken the change into your own hands which is amazing. Second, I truly hope you do find the healthy lifestyle side of things. Once you reach that, the rest becomes irrelevant because you realize how much is within your control and you really begin to enjoy the process of life.
Great approach to helping people get healthy. Start moving, make good strokes and start thinking about food a little differently. And remember that making new habits is real work!
That's right. The new habits is where the magic happens.
Day 1
Mid Distance Row - 3000m
complete it without stopping
think about good mechanics
Day 2
30 min stretch + 20 min light activity
(up to you, walk around, get an a bike, etc)
Day 3
Intervals (high intensity)
think 10x250m/ 15 x 250m
Day 4
Rest
Day 5
Strength training, body weight
squats, lunges, press-ups, broomstick deadlifts, ect
Day 6
Long Row
6000m+
low intensity, but keep heart rate elevated - break it up to 3x 2000m if needed, but don’t let your heart rate drop totally (short breaks)
Day 7
Rest
GO KICK BUTT!
On which resistance setting on the rower though?
What do you do if you find 5 minutes is about all you can do? No way I can start at 30 minutes. I am 78, so I think I am going to try 6 days at 5 minutes and next week 5 minutes in the morning and 5 minutes in the afternoon then add on from there weekly. LOL Don't have a lot of weight to lose but enough! I will come back when I can do 30 minutes. You have a great video.
On the contrary Shane, I would 100% consider you a living legend. Your videos have really changed my life. Mental strength 10x stronger since I've started rowing.
Which rower did you buy? Would appreciate some recommendations!
I've lost 11 lbs. since February 2021 with you and Omada (nutrition) as my personal training crew. Thanks Shane! 🙂
You mean one meal a day ?
Feedback:
You got a subscriber as soon as you did your disclaimer. This shows me that you're responsible and well meaning.
I lost 20 lbs in 2 weeks alternating stair stepper and rowing each workout. Loveeeee the rowing machine!
Wow!! Ashley that’s amazing! Do you have an IG? I need inspiration 😔😔😔😔😔❤️
How did you do it please give us details on your machine settings. How many times a week you worked out and how long your work out times. I can really use your help.
I don't have insta tho I should lol. I would do 30 min with mini breaks put the setting on 3 and just go as hard as I could without stopping. After I would do some walking/jogging for 30 min as well, and go into a sauna for 10 min. If u don't have a sauna, a sauna suit would ok.
Which rowing machine do you use? I meant...any with specific features?
@Rocky Balboa I really did but okie 👌
Great videos! Living proof too. 102kg -> 78 kg. But I stopped in the spring because all my spare time has been dedicated to projects around the home and “yard”. Finally today I’ve got to the stage where I can not only see my C2 but also set it up in my home gym. I was a bit shook when I looked at my ErgData log and when the last recorded session was! Still back to it. Start gentle and work up I guess. Any other tips??
Start gentle is it! Be kind to yourself and continue to move forward, allowing the past to be the past and the future to be the only thing you can control Adrian.
Thank you so much for the video's. .. I'm a trucking driver. ..last year x-mas purchased a waterrower...lol ..been in the box ever since..I purchased a 2020 freighterliner with a platform murphy bed..set up my rower inside if the truck.. my life has changed instantly...with warm people online sharing as you do ..all that we need now. is committment.. again ty .. I feel more hopeful than ever about my health goals.
That’s INCREDIBLE. Where can I see photos of your setup?!
@@DarkHorseRowing I'll post tomorrow
I’ve started rowing at the gym I’m going on day 2 of rowing . Woke up sore all over
Great video , thanks a lot , I’m starting rowing with intermittent fasting , 20:4 , my objective is to work my way to a 1hr session everyday
Did you lose weight?
Getting Better 5 Kgs so far
Thanks for this. I also do IF and you've helped me with changing my fasting times to 20:4.
Hey there. Me too. I’ve been doing Omad since January. I’ve lost 15 lbs and have thrown in a few 72 hour fasts for autophagy and lowering inflammation.
My concept 2 came in last week and we’ve been enjoying this channel to start us off right and learn good mechanics.
Is that shirt on your website?
What parts of the body does a rowing machine work?
Almost entire body search at google
Shane - I rowed in college and didn't realize how much I missed it until I hot the rowing machine at my local gym recently. I've used your videos to help re-motivate me and I love rowing again! It's like riding a bike! Looking forward to more videos - keep up the great work.
Read a long time ago, a French pro rider , he said he hated indoor cycling trainers because there was no airflow to keep him cool.. (endurance ). I have a well made floor type fan in front of me when I row... rarely overheat. Some personal info, just had hip replaced recently and am hitting 30 minutes after 2.5 months at 80 % old pace. Roughly 6500 M. Long time rower here. Nice work you are doing.
Love that French pro rider story. Thanks Randall.
How did the replacement go as far as your stroke.
Finally got my rower,I’m loving your channel
Which one you got? Working well? I'm also thinking about buying one
Recently started rowing because I found it fun and I’m proud of myself because I’m at 2000m in 11 minutes I don’t know if that’s actually good but I feel good about it
Im 280 obs and middled aged female. Bad hips and neck arthritis. Im going to be buying a rower in hopes i can lose at least 50 lbs. Im also gonna need to change my eating habits
Kudos for not perpetuating the misguided notion that you can out-exercise a poor diet. Quite refreshing.
the military literally proves you can
Odd question:
Just got back to the gym after a 24 year hiatus (44m). Went back to my old routine of 1 hour on the rowing machine, about 12,000 meters, and was able to do so non-stop on day 3. Did this for 2 weeks then upped the workout to 20,000 meters or about 100 minutes for the last 2 weeks.
I honestly feel great other than a little joint pain in both ring fingers and a sore ass at 15,000 meters. I'm not even winded when I stop. I row and then do a couple hours of strength training. I do this 5 or 6 days a week.
My question is:
Is this excessive? I'm looking for weight loss and general fitness.The computer says I burn around 1100 calories per rowing session. I maintain a pace of 24-26 strokes per minute and under 2:30 per 500m. I do this all at max resistance (16).
I'm a 44 male - 5' 11 - 195lbs - Scale says 24% bodyfat (if that matters) Was always a strong kid with great endurance.
I believe your body will tell you what is excessive if you listen to it. If you can handle that much work then keep at it!
@@luket6405 +1 Absolutely the correct answer. To bad this isn't commonly expressed. Your body will not lie to you if it isn't under the influence of weirdos, drugs, alcohol.
The first thing you realise when you start on a rower with a performance monitor is that it takes a long time to burn off calories; you have to row over 5km to burn 300. This should quickly make you reconsider picking up that cookie when you factor in that you'll need to row 2km to burn off just one.
Fantastic channel, great motivator. At 63 I wanted to loose a bit of weight, bought a rower and put rowing into my routine. Having it at home gives me the freedom to row when I am ready for it. Mostly that will be early morning on an empty stomach. Rowing machines are easy to have at home as they fold up and take up only a small amount of space. I can take the machine out the garden or row indoors. After a short while of regular rowing the body feels better as rowing hits all of the muscle groups. I do check and I loose a bit of weight every time I row so it's a yes from me :)
I've gained 30 pandemic pounds. THANK YOU!
me too. Gained 30 pandemic lbs, lost 10 lbs after 2 months rowing and keep going. Happy rowing!
Join the club.
Thank you for the videos. I have a NordicTrack RW 900 being delivered this Satuday and I'm axious to get started. I am 60 years old 262 lbs. and want to get to 220 lbs. I'm hoping the iFit coaching will encourage me to stay with it and come back day after day. Thanks again for the great contect.
I just got my Nordictrack RW900 two weeks ago and I'm down almost 7 lbs. I cut out soda and candy. Reduced bread intake. I've had 8 30-40 minute sessions. Best of luck! It's been a great machine so far.
@@christopherlopez4285 do you think the Hydrow is also good? I know concept 2 is nice, but I am not sure if it will keep me motivated without videos.
@@snoww2009 I agree 100% with you on that having videos/instructors is key. I looked at the hydrow but couldn't justify the price vs the Nordictrack. I'm sure it would be fine.
@@christopherlopez4285 thanks. Can Norditrack rw900 be folded or separated for storage? The Hydrow is very bulky.
@@snoww2009 Yes! It's actually pretty easy. Folds and lifts up onto wheels.
Great video. First timw watching your video. I have some trivia non related comment: youre one of those guys that seems like the look and the voice dont match. Haha. As if you're using a vlice over. 😅. Anyways, great advice 😊
So is there a downloadable guide for this workout
30lbs here 🙌🏻 ... the concept2 has been a complete gift.
Do you recommend Hydrow for new towers? Is it hard to get motivated with concept 2 without the videos
pretty sure you guys might never read this but ill take my chances. i really appreciate the effort and knowledge you put in your videos, and i love your professionalism. only channel im not cheating with watching ads haha. much love and thanks from austria
Dominic, here I am! Thank you, I really appreciate you taking the time to drop a note. Welcome to the family.
Am I the only one that has a WaterRower ?
I do !
I have a WaterRower!
I do too
This was very informative. Thank You so much
I was wondering if rowing 5km a few times a week at a tension of 3 with about 22-25 rpm would help as well?
This is a very great video, love from Trinidad and Tobago 🌴🥥
Big up! Thank you
Sweatation 🧘🏻🥵
Back pain back pain back pain I watch my form
Keeping it real as always
Trying to hold it down
I hit 60 pounds down today! 330 > 270 (on the way to 250). I've rowed 850,000 meters in five months along the way. The erg can absolutely help you burn calories, gain fitness and lose weight!
Update - I'm down 80 pounds, and rowed 2.2 million meters in 2021. :)
@@markjewett congrats man, still rowing?
@@mikerob2158 I made it to 250lbs, and rowed 2.3 million meters last year. :) I switched it up and joined Orangetheory Fitness, a group HIIT gym that incorporates rowing - so I'm still rowing, but no longer exclusively.
I’m going to give it a try, I broke my tibia plateau in January and gained 20lb over the 5 month recovery!! Thank you for your guidance
Great Video! Got turned on to your channel recently (by people telling my my rowing sucks! Haha! Well, I knew that.) It's good to hear such a clearly knowledgeable person with such great perspective!
Thank you Jim. So happy you're here to join the Dark Horse team.
I LOVED rowing. It's the one thing that i actually got excited about. And it's the one thing that's getting me excited about going back to exercising.
If a lot of rowing would get recorded in various rivers, lakes, and oceans then made to play in VR headsets it would make home rowing much more enjoyable.
maybe look into Holofit VR
Im in fair shape but would like to do even better. Just got a Rowing machine and im loving it, want to up my game so IM HERE.
This is something I had to learn the hard way. There's not enough hours in the day to work off the calories if you eat poorly enough. Weight loss is about how you eat, first and foremost.
That said, my doctor mentioned that benefits from exercise come from Day 1. Your blood pressure, heart rate and hormones will be benefitted almost immediately. So if you're going to take the time to eat right, there's no reason not to put in some effort in exercise to get the physical benefit.
What is your opinion on just rowing 5000 and 6000 and building to 10,000 meter rows for weight loss?
You need more variety of energy system work than that. Just doing long slow distance isn’t enough to get the body working right
I joined the rowing team at work and I'm stoked to see what it will do for my body! I also love weight training so hopefully that'll help with getting into it.
How is it going?
@@brittanybills5980she drowned
Thanks for this bro! New Subbie😊
I'm waiting on my Concept2 to arrive! I'm ready for a change! I'm overweight and realize rowing with a Tummy is not going to be easy, but I'm willing to try! In August I'm having my Achilles tendon surgery, so I will be on a scooter for 6 weeks. I've got to work on upper body and some lower to get ready for surgery.. Do you have any tips for over weight people to do this? (Correctly)? Thanks!
I row but man you want someone to row 3000 m with good mechanics without stopping who is starting this journey? really? a 3k row on day 1 for a beginner?
Yes.
Your simplicity and clarity are refreshing 👍.
No. You cannot lose weight rowing. The resistance comes from a freewheel not from opposition to gravity.
Indeed, you can.
I'm skinny fat. You know what I'm sayin'? I hate my body. I don't need to be muscular. I just want to be physically fit and have a flat stomach.
I'm skinny fat too. I completely understand
Nah just want a mustache like that
That Movember is filling in nice
Just wait for last week of November :)
Great video. New scriber.
You can never out exercise a bad diet.
so, it's Wed and a Day3 for me. Intervals. What about the rest between 250m sessions? I did 1min and after like 7th interval I saw that my heart was going too high (in my desired zone). So what's best - to have a slower next interval (since the machine starts counting time anyway and I can't rest for more) OR to set rest time from 1min to 1.5mins for all the intervals. ?
I dont know if you‘ve already found out the answer, but otherwise; it depends on your desired HR and Intervals. Usually Intervals are really fast, even sprint-like, which uses other energy resources as aerobic, long distance rowing. You should set your rest timer, depending on how fast you go, to about 2-3 minutes, so your energy resources can regenerate and you are fresh for the next interval. 2 Minutes should be fine tho, 3 minutes might be too much.
@@lululx3760 thanks! yes, I found my answers by practicing. The only concern is that 2 mins pause is too much during first intervals but almost not enough during last intervals :))) So trying to balance there. In general, I find intervals being a great type of training. The only bad thing about them - during months of Challenges (to make as many meters as possible), especially when you're part of the team - the training session with intervals doesn't give you a big Total of meters at the end of the day. Well...
@@skyantenna Yeah true! For total meter count, Intervals aren‘t the way to go, they are for developement of power and (un)aerobic capacity. And sometimes to nearly kill yourself haha.
Just ordered a ROWER !!
How has it been going? What kind did you get?
@@lizarb2245 I got Fitness Reality water rower. I got it on Amazon it was about $600 and I absolutely love it. I am stronger and fitter that I've been in a long time.. I've lost 10 lbs in 5 wks. I row 6 days a week.
Best video seen by far on you tube. Makes so much sense. 👍
At 260lb, on the edge of 40yrs old...I'm constantly tired and out of breath.
I'm just going through your videos and set on buying a rower in 2 weeks time!!
What if you start with 0 workouts?
Just started using the rowing machine in the gym as part of my regular workout. I started to aim for 6 minutes on the rower and have now increased it by another minute to 7 minutes per week. I need to get weighed again to see how much weight I have lost. Today I bought a tape measure so that once a week I can measure my stomach to see how many inches I have burned off by using the rowing machine.
You can't out-exercise a bad diet!
I was 525 lbs in 2017..now I'm floating around 360...in April of 2021 I hit 321 lbs. I fell of the path and gained about 50lbs back, but I'm back at it and using my rower 4 to 5 times a week with my nutrition being back on mark!
Amazing Todd. Welcome back, we'll always be here for you.
Ok I'm 56, weigh 18 stone and according to the dimensions on home rowing machines I am too fat to use one, stil i am after a cheap foldaway rowing machine, and this is the way I will have to lose weight, trouble is most have a maximum of 15 stone, this worries me
18 stone is equal to approximately 250 pounds I think any rowing machine would work for you. I'm currently 10 stone but want to get to 8 stone. I'm on the wait list for my Concept 2 model D, they gave me a possible October 8 order day. I can't wait!!
A concept 2 can easily handle 18stone just google Brian Shaw (>400lbs or >28 stone) on a concept 2
-18 kg over 4 months. Love it. Of course i had to move to a much healthier and controlled diet too. (30-45 mins per day. Depends on the day)
You are the best
I have scaitica issues. Wondering if a rowing machine would be a good idea to try...
I used to get sciatica every now and then. Rowing certainly tightens your core and has definitely benefitted me and kept it at bay. Best seek advice from your Doctor first though.
@@steviedieselblood334 Thanks for sharing your experience!!!
Eat maximum 3000 calories and the food needs to be healthy alot of fruit and vegetables meat wise eat chicken and turkey and steak also eat potatoes, Brown Rice and wholegrain pasta and FOUR very important things EGG, OATMEAL, CHEESE and MILK
I am about to get me a machine this week and commit to it. Thanks for the encouragement … I look forward to the challenge of eating better and consistent workouts …
My cooworker laughed when I told them I was going to lose fat with just implementing Okibetonic Secrets, but after I showed them great results after I used it they're begging me to share with them about it. Of course I won't let them know the detail about this diet plan, lol
Can you lose weight just staring at a PENCIL all day, or (INSERT ACTIVITY)?
Yes, as long as you burn more calories than you consume.
Best explanation on why food is more important ever. Thank you
Thank u. I purchased a Expensive Rowing Machine. But, I don"t know what to do with it! Your videos are life changing!
Rowing and air bike both combo is heard intensity .
Because it’s summer, I tried looking through the produce department again and found some delicious salad kits this year. So I’ve already replaced the food. Now I’m trying to find some exercises I would like to do. I have one of these machines coming in the mail.
Amazing. Start small and build intentionally with the machine. You'll be glad you did.
I have experience on the C2 and on the water, and can row 5-10k and short high intensity rows on a c2. I want to drop some pounds and saw your weight loss programme. Would you recommend this trng prog? Or should I up distances/intensity? Thanks for any advise you can give. Lisa
I'm having trouble sticking to rowing as I've always enjoyed the treadmill more.
I tend to row for one week and leave it for 2 weeks, it's been like this all year...
Great video man
I regularly do a 350 calorie workout on our Rower (somewhere over 6000-meters!
Before I do that I do 8-Pull-ups and 215 sit-ups!
I do this Mon-Thurs typically!
I like this workout does it sound ok to you?
Bad wrists and left toe issue, rowing is looking more and more like my saving grace. I had lost almost 100lbs, unfortunately ive gained back 30lbs. I'm so ready to shred this weight.
Bad wrists? What happened there, and can you row ok with bad wrists? My right wrist has some mild damage due to RSI.
BUT Can you REALLY Lose Weight with Rowing?
Yes and alot of it.
What do the numbers mean on the intervals? Sorry if that is a stupid question. Newbie here
Can you give the time stamp you're wondering about?
Yoly V if you’re referring to Bobby’s post it means 1 minute of rowing - 1 minute of rest, 2 minutes of rowing - 1 minute of rest and so on.
A mile is 1,610 meters. So on day 1 where you are rowing 3,000 meters without stopping, that is just under 2 miles. You can row 403, 403, 805, 805, 403 and 403 with a minute or less in between and that will be two miles.
I just started my rowing journey I got a cheaper model on amazon to start but I don't want to bulk up will that happen
I want to start rowing but not sure if I can. I have heart issues, should I talk to my doctor?
I did Crossfit a few years back at age 45, and honestly most of the exercises were just way more than i could do. But the rower was my thing. As a big, older guy, (6ft3, 295), i wasnt doing well on burpees, box jumps, running, etc...
But rowing is different. It is the equalizer because there is no advantage for someone else who is half your size.
I quit Crossfit and bought the Concept2 rower and that alone is my workout.
I agree. I just can’t do sport in a gym with other people. I play tennis but I’m generally unfit and overweight. I play tennis twice a week but sometimes it’s difficult to find a partner. Rowing is definitely used friendly…..😅
I can’t get a sweat going during a 30 min row...how is that possible?