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5 Rowing Myths That REFUSE to Die

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From “rowing is all legs” to “higher stroke rate means a better workout,” these are the biggest rowing myths that continue to confuse beginners and hold back rowing performance.

In this video, I break down the truth behind common rowing technique myths, rowing machine misconceptions, and outdated coaching cues so you can row more efficiently, safely, and effectively.

I cover:

rowing machine myths
proper rowing technique
rowing stroke rate misconceptions
rowing handle path
rowing force curve
Concept2 drag factor explained
rowing posture myths
proper rowing foot placement
common rowing mistakes
beginner rowing technique tips

You’ll also learn:

why rowing is NOT all legs
why high stroke rates don’t automatically mean harder workouts
why the damper setting is misunderstood
why “sit tall” can hurt your rowing efficiency
how foot plate height affects rowing form and lower back safety

This video is perfect for:

beginner rowers
Concept2 users
Hyrox athletes
CrossFit athletes
indoor rowing enthusiasts
anyone wanting better rowing workouts

#rowing #rowingmachine #rowingform

20 Comments

@just_row Creator 7 months ago Pinned

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@michaelmckay8719 5 months ago

The Jim Carrey of rowing, I thank you.

@Jazna1 7 months ago

My fat 69-yr old core is getting its ass kicked since I started rowing a month ago. I love it! Arthritis has kept me from my former 2-3 mile daily walks for the past few months and I was starting to feel like a marshmallow. I feel so much better - yep legs, yep shoulders and arms, but oh baby, the core is working hard and loving it! I've gone from 10 minutes a day to 35 in just a month. This energetic young man is my favorite row coach - encouraging and fun.

@falsificationism 8 months ago

The "sit tall" one is what I hear most often. Great list!

@sophieh6674 8 months ago

I’ve been trying the pause at the finish and i’m seeing my stroke rate go down but not my distance which feels great!

@MrDarrylhen 6 months ago

The foot plate low comment is especially important if you are using a water rower. Great advice.

@williamcrouch9133 8 months ago

Your videos have helped tremendously. Thought my form was good but the 7min 2K seemed unattainable. Best I could hit was 8min, and I felt like I had to row like a maniac. I figured out the leg, hip swing, arm pull synergy and within two weeks hit the 7min 2K. Now im at 6:45. At 61 years old, I have never felt better.

@GUIDE_Nico 8 months ago

Thoracic spin bendy. Brilliant

@margaretbell8913 8 months ago

Many thanks I had not seen the advice about the foot strap anywhere. I will be adjusting next row !

@pmugabi 3 weeks ago

Thanks for all the great tips

@Watchamocalit 8 months ago

The foot strap tip has helped me so much, keep spreading the word! You’re a gem

@HarryJeanChaskey 8 months ago

Great video. My husband, 77 and I, 65, just started back to the gym. I love the full body workout and I want to make suech to do it correctly and safely. Great teaching.