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Thanks a lot for the replies. I guess I just don't understand the concept of max heart rate very well. I always thought it was kind of like a "third rail" that you don't ever want to touch/reach. The built in mechanism to keep you from reaching your max heart rate makes sense. Thanks again for the t...

I just finished my 2nd ever 2000m row and am happy with the result. As I was halfway through the row, I noticed that my hear rate went up past 85% of my max HR. I got concerned and scaled back the intensity during the 2nd half. Since I am out of shape and just starting, I didn't want to push it. Wha...

am in my mid 30's and am already realizing that the "fast lane" is really a fast lane to an early grave. There's no free lunch, and now understand that the American Dream costs a lot of $$ and long work hours. Am incorporating rowing into my life by working out every morning. It's the only exercise ...

Am a beginner, started rowing with the straps and then after reading this thread I went strapless. The point about extra energy going to the straps instead of the pull made sense to me. I tried it and it worked for me. I rowed faster and with a lower spm than I had ever done. It also forced me to fo...

Thanks a lot for the replies. Will stick to C2's 24 workouts and will let you guys know how it goes.

Hi! I am a beginner. Worked out at the gym on a model C and loved it. Started using C2's 24 Workouts from their web site. Now bought my own model D and am working out in the morning before work. Question for the group: can I use C2's 24 Rowing Workouts http://www.concept2.com/05/rower/service/pdf/xt...

but still get these eratic heart rate readings? My HR monitor just drops the signal sometimes or it reads over 200 or around 5 bpm. Would it have anthing to do with using an IPod in my pocket while I row? The IPod is closer to the receiver than the polar belt, so maybe that could be it. Any thoughts?

Hi, am a beginner. Worked out at the gym on a model C and loved it. Started using C2's 24 Workouts from their web site. Now bought my own model D and am working out in the morning before work. Question for the group: can I use C2's 24 Rowing Workouts http://www.concept2.com/05/rower/service/pdf/xtra...