Concept2 Forum

Thanks, Ergmeister. The old B still has the original dampers.....they were closed when I was stuck at a 190 drag factor! Added some poster-board around the outer rim and a little duct tape to the side with the damper. Got the drag factor to 115, but it doesn't FEEL like 115. It feels too easy, and I...

I bought upgrades for my used B, as well. Looking forward to trying some duct tape, since I have failed to get the drag factor down to where I can do a full workout. (I'm a 54 yr old female, so I'm looking for 110-112). I got a new monitor, handle, and foot stretchers. Will try the duct tape, tomorr...

Thank you....that is very helpful. My personal trainer also said to strengthen my forearms with gripping exercises and wrist lifting. He said the the tendons kick in to help when the muscles cannot handle the work load of rowing. The tendons help out....then, tendonitis! Rowing at indoor water tanks...

Thanks, I will try that also!

Thanks for your input. I think my technique on the erg is causing this. It is definitely from rowing. I also had some flare up while sweep rowing on the water, so not sure if it is technique or just weakness in my arms (which then causes the tendons to help out). Resting and icing.....I think I will...

I have a recurring problem with "tennis elbow". I'm 53, and have been rowing competitively since July, 2011. How do I know when to rest and when to row through it? I'm using ice and ibuprofin. I tried to lift some weights, yesterday, but the pain in front of my elbow made it impossible to do a bicep...