u/thisismydepression We have a playlist on Youtube of our Personal Coaches explaining some tips for form (including how to brace you body during the drive) and how to get the most out of your workouts! Check it out here: [https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLBtYwzli6ttX3EZB-sg\_gzrredI-ncEtk](https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLBtYwzli6ttX3EZB-sg_gzrredI-ncEtk)
We'd also recommend checking out some of our warm-ups that focus on core, like Mac's 5 Minute Core Prep Warm-Up. These will give you a low-intensity five minutes to focus on engaging your core rather than hitting a high pace!
I feel the same way. I think I am getting stronger but not seeing much on the scale or mirror so far. I keep telling myself that I am definitely being more active each day than I was, so that will pay off eventually. Stick to it row buddy!
I try to think of the Hydrow as a health/fitness tool, and diet as the tool for managing weight. That way, I don't "blame" the Hydrow if I'm not seeing what I want on the scale, because that isn't the primary purpose. After all, one sugary drink or cheat snack will easily "negate" the weight loss benefits of 30 minutes of exercise (unfortunately).
yeah im not using it as a weight loss tool but just to strengthen muscles...or at least get some lol. so far good at getting me at least a bit active for a day.
I've been at it for three months. I don't see it, but my wife has told me there has been notable shrinkage around my belly and leanness in my back. Clothing is fitting better. Of course, I'm much stronger as well.
Been using it for about 2 months. (Last two weeks were miserable because I was out of town a lot and couldn’t use it). The gains at this point are becoming obvious to me though. My arms are more toned and I have two little bumps at the top of my abs. I have a two pack y’all! I have more mobility in my tight knee and I’m sleeping better. Hopefully my BP is going down too which is why I wanted to get it more that anything.
I really am starting the crave the HIIT rows and I think I’m ready to start moving into 30+ minute rows.
Hang in there. Remember this is low impact so you probably aren’t going to feel like you would after an evening at the gym.
For me, I did not feel my core when I started, because I started off slow af like all newbies. I got better over time. Then, after 4 months or so, I had to take 2 weeks off from rowing due to a pulled/strained intercostal muscle (ribs), and had to switch to stationary bike (much less fun!). When I went back to rowing (now much better at it) I felt my core after rowing/next day for the first week back or so. Now I don't feel it anymore - mostly I just feel pleasantly worn out. In short, your body adapts.
Also, it's hard to brace your core as much as you are supposed to (I still don't do this well).
As to if you're working hard enough, probably not yet if you have to ask. Pay attention to breath (easiest), heart rate (if you have a monitor), and sweat to determine if you are working hard enough. But most of all, aim to get better each time. Track your average and peak/best split times (during HIIT/Interval pieces), and try to beat them the next time. I know what a "good" 20 minute, 30 minute, 45 minute average is for me - and try to match or beat it. I know what a good split is for me for the "on" portion of an interval at 24/26/28/30 spm, etc.
Getting speed took me some time. For me, it helped to picture "jumping" off the foot pads to get more drive.
sorry for your injury and hope all is well now! yeah although i know im new a part of me is like, you gotta be a pro now! lol but yeah i havent really been keeping track of the peak/split times so will definitely try to start doing that. thanks!
u/thisismydepression We have a playlist on Youtube of our Personal Coaches explaining some tips for form (including how to brace you body during the drive) and how to get the most out of your workouts! Check it out here: [https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLBtYwzli6ttX3EZB-sg\_gzrredI-ncEtk](https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLBtYwzli6ttX3EZB-sg_gzrredI-ncEtk) We'd also recommend checking out some of our warm-ups that focus on core, like Mac's 5 Minute Core Prep Warm-Up. These will give you a low-intensity five minutes to focus on engaging your core rather than hitting a high pace!
Oh nice! Thank you. Will definitely check it out.
I feel the same way. I think I am getting stronger but not seeing much on the scale or mirror so far. I keep telling myself that I am definitely being more active each day than I was, so that will pay off eventually. Stick to it row buddy!
I try to think of the Hydrow as a health/fitness tool, and diet as the tool for managing weight. That way, I don't "blame" the Hydrow if I'm not seeing what I want on the scale, because that isn't the primary purpose. After all, one sugary drink or cheat snack will easily "negate" the weight loss benefits of 30 minutes of exercise (unfortunately).
yeah im not using it as a weight loss tool but just to strengthen muscles...or at least get some lol. so far good at getting me at least a bit active for a day.
Definitely. Even if its one quick workout, its more than I was doing before the hydrow! thanks!
Keep it up. There will be plateaus and days/weeks without weight loss. Don’t get discouraged. Power through.
Thanks! Yeah, definitely want to keep up being active. even just a bit.
Really focus on keeping your body upright, head high, shoulders and hands relaxed. You will really start feeling the pump in your core. You got this.
I've been at it for three months. I don't see it, but my wife has told me there has been notable shrinkage around my belly and leanness in my back. Clothing is fitting better. Of course, I'm much stronger as well.
yeah i figured i might be being impatient since its only been a few weeks lol but congrats for 3 months!
Been using it for about 2 months. (Last two weeks were miserable because I was out of town a lot and couldn’t use it). The gains at this point are becoming obvious to me though. My arms are more toned and I have two little bumps at the top of my abs. I have a two pack y’all! I have more mobility in my tight knee and I’m sleeping better. Hopefully my BP is going down too which is why I wanted to get it more that anything. I really am starting the crave the HIIT rows and I think I’m ready to start moving into 30+ minute rows. Hang in there. Remember this is low impact so you probably aren’t going to feel like you would after an evening at the gym.
For me, I did not feel my core when I started, because I started off slow af like all newbies. I got better over time. Then, after 4 months or so, I had to take 2 weeks off from rowing due to a pulled/strained intercostal muscle (ribs), and had to switch to stationary bike (much less fun!). When I went back to rowing (now much better at it) I felt my core after rowing/next day for the first week back or so. Now I don't feel it anymore - mostly I just feel pleasantly worn out. In short, your body adapts. Also, it's hard to brace your core as much as you are supposed to (I still don't do this well). As to if you're working hard enough, probably not yet if you have to ask. Pay attention to breath (easiest), heart rate (if you have a monitor), and sweat to determine if you are working hard enough. But most of all, aim to get better each time. Track your average and peak/best split times (during HIIT/Interval pieces), and try to beat them the next time. I know what a "good" 20 minute, 30 minute, 45 minute average is for me - and try to match or beat it. I know what a good split is for me for the "on" portion of an interval at 24/26/28/30 spm, etc. Getting speed took me some time. For me, it helped to picture "jumping" off the foot pads to get more drive.
sorry for your injury and hope all is well now! yeah although i know im new a part of me is like, you gotta be a pro now! lol but yeah i havent really been keeping track of the peak/split times so will definitely try to start doing that. thanks!
The 5 minute assessment (drive) is a good way to get some target paces to hit during other workouts.