The Concept 2 Rowing Machine - Better Look at Its Special Features
Concept 2 rowing exercise equipment began making their appearance several decades ago in 1981. The company is based in Vermont where the winters are pretty cold with lots of snow. That was the driving thought to come up with a means by which rowers would not have to wait for summer to enjoy their sport. From the start, this company aimed to include the best engineering and technology available in their rowing exercise machines. I have the unique perspective to write about this since I have been a user of a Concept 2 for nearly 10 years. This article will review this unique and versatile rowing exercise machine for those who are entertaining thoughts of getting one to enjoy.
The selection to choose from is pretty upfront, you can get the Model D or the Model E. But, the Model D rower can be bought with separate options depending on your needs. The essential accessory that goes with every Concept 2 rower is the PM3 or PM4 performance monitor. The Model D is shipped with a PM3, but you can choose to have a PM4 at extra cost. The Model E rower is available with the PM4 performance monitor as standard equipment. You can expect to pay up to $350 more with the Model E rowing machine, and the Model D has two separate prices for the upgrades.
What is really helpful during exercising is you can use the performance monitors to determine your pulse rate while exercising. There is an enclosed pulse monitoring device worn across your chest, and there is a strap that keeps it in place. There is no discomfort having it strapped as it is very thin with a stretchable spandex strap. As soon as you start rowing you aren't even going to notice the monitor is there. The info from the monitoring device is actually sent out to the PM3 or PM4 for processing and display.
The Concept 2 design utlizes a flywheel assembly that you will use to produce the resistance and feel of rowing. There are no safety issues with this as the flywheel is completely enclosed in a plastic assembly. You can modify the amount of resistance through a small lever located on the flywheel housing. If you are thinking this is something that will generate a noisy environment, then that is not the case since this exercise machine is very quiet. The flywheel turns when you row, and it creates a soft air movement that is so quiet. However, I can say after many years of use that the movement of the flywheel does not create any distractions at all. Unless somebody in the other room is a very light sleeper, you won't be waking up other people.
Either performance monitor also gives you the chance you to track a variety of data about your rowing in real time. It is helpful from the standpoint of your progress to know your total distance rowed, how long it took you to do it, or even the speed in which you can perform a stroke Your approach will largely be determined by by your current fitness level and general reason for using the rowing machine. This mainly concerns whether you are rowing for general fitness, or if you row in competition and what level you participate in.
The selection to choose from is pretty upfront, you can get the Model D or the Model E. But, the Model D rower can be bought with separate options depending on your needs. The essential accessory that goes with every Concept 2 rower is the PM3 or PM4 performance monitor. The Model D is shipped with a PM3, but you can choose to have a PM4 at extra cost. The Model E rower is available with the PM4 performance monitor as standard equipment. You can expect to pay up to $350 more with the Model E rowing machine, and the Model D has two separate prices for the upgrades.
What is really helpful during exercising is you can use the performance monitors to determine your pulse rate while exercising. There is an enclosed pulse monitoring device worn across your chest, and there is a strap that keeps it in place. There is no discomfort having it strapped as it is very thin with a stretchable spandex strap. As soon as you start rowing you aren't even going to notice the monitor is there. The info from the monitoring device is actually sent out to the PM3 or PM4 for processing and display.
The Concept 2 design utlizes a flywheel assembly that you will use to produce the resistance and feel of rowing. There are no safety issues with this as the flywheel is completely enclosed in a plastic assembly. You can modify the amount of resistance through a small lever located on the flywheel housing. If you are thinking this is something that will generate a noisy environment, then that is not the case since this exercise machine is very quiet. The flywheel turns when you row, and it creates a soft air movement that is so quiet. However, I can say after many years of use that the movement of the flywheel does not create any distractions at all. Unless somebody in the other room is a very light sleeper, you won't be waking up other people.
Either performance monitor also gives you the chance you to track a variety of data about your rowing in real time. It is helpful from the standpoint of your progress to know your total distance rowed, how long it took you to do it, or even the speed in which you can perform a stroke Your approach will largely be determined by by your current fitness level and general reason for using the rowing machine. This mainly concerns whether you are rowing for general fitness, or if you row in competition and what level you participate in.
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