SkiErg World Sprints Reaches New Heights
Over three days last weekend, the 7th Annual SkiErg World Sprints was contested by 1459 participants from over a dozen different countries! That’s 20% more participants than last year. Wow!
Over three days last weekend, the 7th Annual SkiErg World Sprints was contested by 1459 participants from over a dozen different countries! That’s 20% more participants than last year. Wow!
Proper SkiErg technique uses the legs as well as the arms and core. However, the SkiErg also works well as an upper-body-only training tool. This can come in handy when you’re dealing with a lower body injury.
If it’s an injury that still allows you to stand, this will probably be the most effective position for a workout. If standing is not an option, you can also use the SkiErg from either a sitting or kneeling position. And it’s also possible to wheel right up in a wheelchair. Continue Reading ›
I’ve been using my indoor rower on a (smooth surface) floor and it moves back and forth while I row. I was surprised by that. Do I need a mat or other surface for my indoor rower?
The Concept2 Indoor Rower has rubber caps on the feet to help keep it from slipping, but some athletes may experience movement from the Model D or Model E while in use. This movement can be caused by very high stroke ratings and fast rowing; but excessive movement, during ordinary use, signifies a possible technique error. Continue Reading ›
Our last set of SkiErg drills focused on helping you to hone in on good Nordic ski technique. The following set of drills is less about technique and more about introducing some additional ways to use the SkiErg. Continue Reading ›
The 2015 Reebok CrossFit Games have come to a close after a week of grit, camaraderie and pure athleticism. Concept2 CTS remains an important part of this amazing event since its inauguration in 2007. Continue Reading ›
When working on improving your technique, it can be helpful to bracket proper technique by spending a little time doing it “wrong” in certain ways. I use “wrong” loosely, since the SkiErg does allow a lot of room for creativity in the technique and motions used—especially if you are not training for competitive Nordic skiing. However, proper technique will generally offer the greatest efficiency and power.
Here are several drills designed to bracket proper technique. These drills are also described in the accompanying video. Continue Reading ›
To finish our series of discussions on the connections of the athlete to the indoor rower, we’ll look in depth at the seat. Continue Reading ›