20 Minute Beginner Rowing Workout - Mindset, Focus, and Control Learn to Row

[@SpankyMcnugget]

335lbs life going to shit, decided to buy a rowing machine to help myself out, 30 days of your workouts and eating healthy, down to 295, first time in 6 years my weights started with a 2. Thank you for the motivation that I need to push myself to get better. 5/26/23: Mostly just making this edit for my own motivation but officially down 90lbs to 245lbs as of this morning, so if you think it can't be done, it can be my friends.

[@SpankyMcnugget]

@@stewartstewartstewart appreciate the support, I'm still gettin at it every day 💪

[@randyi6176]

Lets go king👑

[@bmthfan1231]

Damn, good effing job. I'm pushing 290, always tired and always feel like shit. Bought a rower, today is my first day and have been correcting my diet as well.

[@SpankyMcnugget]

@@bmthfan1231 keep pushing yourself even if you're tired, or sick or sore do a workout even if it's for 10 minutes get yourself moving. In the beginning I struggled to get through a beginner workout now I'm able to get through an advanced workout and not feel dead. Download an app to track calories. I've been using Mynetdiary and it's super easy and helpful. Don't get discouraged, I weighed in at 268 this morning and I know I still have a long way to go to be where I want to be, but I'm a hell of a lot better off than where I was. Just keep yourself motivated and build a habit of working out.

[@dothejive]

Stranger over here but very proud of you keep it up!!

[@fburke73]

I’m a beginner 47 years old out of shape need to lose 30 lbs to prevent some health issues …my son gave me his rowing machine he started with this and now goes to a gym so I took his clothes rack…lol. Your video are inspiring I’m out of shape and have a heart condition honestly Embarrassing I can’t do a 20 min workout …. Yet…. but I’m taking it slow. The movement’s still feel awkward …Using your tricks hopefully in a few weeks I’ll build up to it…… slow and steady I hope works

[@sallys-stories]

you got this!!!

[@JimBic72]

I couldn’t do ten minutes, now up to 30mins. How’s it going for you?

[@smbakeresq]

@@JimBic72 same

[@douglasfischer1835]

I’m 67 and just got a used concept 2 model c. Loving it! Degenerative arthritis in ankles make it hard to strap in, I was thrilled to find out it works great without strapping in. At 5-9 and 157 lbs I actually need to add back weight, mostly in lost muscle mass from meds I’ve been on but weaning off of. The videos are great. I did put the machine up about 10”- 14” (front to rear) to accommodate my very bad knees.

[@marcusjohn-ferry8696]

I'm just beginning to, how have you been progressing?

[@DennisSchaefer-s1l]

I'm 73 and my wife is 78. We try to walk 2-3 miles each morning and just bought a rowing machine to improve our overall health. Today was our first day using it but didn't get 20 minutes in. My wife did 10 minutes and i did 12 minutes. We hope to work our way up to the 20 minutes within the month and then when comfortable look forward to moving to your intermediate workout. Thanks for showing us how to properly use our rowing. machine.

[@denisea.9033]

Good on you two!! 🙌🏼

[@RogueCylon]

10-12 mi it’s as a start is amazing. Most can’t do 5 minutes to start. The key is 24/25 strokes, and keep your breathing under control. Then 10 minutes will feel like a warmup.

[@robincarternoble]

Inspired by you guys!

[@loobylou628]

How are you going now

[@crystaloldfield-dube231]

I’ve been doing this beginner class on and off for a while. I was diagnosed again for the fourth time with breast cancer…. The last three times it’s been in my lungs. This time it’s only been a year in between bouts. This lady is going to Kick Ass Again!! Thanks Shane and Dark Horse Team for getting me motivated again! You’re literally a Life Saver! Peace ☮️ Crystal

[@denisea.9033]

You got this!! 🙌🏼🙏🏼💪🏼

[@LisaBrenman]

We are with you!

[@sizzlemydizzle2003]

I hope you're doing well!

[@jupitersnoot4915]

you got this! Fck cancer!!

[@shey2510]

Get well soon, Crystal!

[@brawlinggalaxi2909]

Im an asthmatic 20 yearold who has steuggled with being motivated and cardio to burn calories. This video not only motivated me to do more but it also taught me techniques i couldnt have learned myself, thank you!

[@PamMartyn]

Removed the laundry from my rower, the excuses from my head and did this workout today after months of it sitting there, a constant reminder of what I'm not doing. I was going to do a 10 minute beginner workout, but I'm a bit beyond that, or so I thought. This one was tough for me. The sweat and mascara (I did this at the end of my workday) running down my face, my jiggly arms and legs and my heartbeat that's slowly steadying, is all evidence to that. If this will be the catalyst to me getting back on track, I can't say for sure. What I can say, is I feel great and proud that I finished it. So much of what you talk about during the row, Shane, really struck home with me. Thanks!

[@sallys-stories]

way to go! you can do it again too! and maybe again this weekend! :-)

[@christinechan280]

I’m with you today!!!

[@My2Cents1]

Been rowing to this video for 3w now. Not gonna lie, I hate it. Getting on that thing every morning is a struggle. The constant feeling of ”why the F am I doing this, this is a waste if time” is only kept at bay with this video. This guy keeps me motivated and acts as my assurance that I’m doing it correctly, NOT wasting my time. Thanks buddy for putting this up and keeping me om track.

[@fivetimesyo]

How's it going now? Need update.

[@xtherealest]

Definitely not a waste of time, you're doing something for your health, doesn't matter if you're skinny or fat, 20 or 70, what matters is you're improving your physique and your heart gets better with cardio, something like this could be something that could save you from a heart attack or any other heart disease as well as some back pain and etc.

[@lesliearwin1174]

I’m 76, pretty active, 125 lbs and just starting rowing. This was the best guided workout I’ve found. Thank you!

[@ari_vhurgheels]

This workout legit made me have a psychological/spiritual breakthrough- had to hold in my tears cause I’m rowing in the middle of a very crowded gym and don’t wanna look insane 🥲😅 Thanks Shane and Dark Horse team

[@carolinerodriguez-ludwig6827]

🙏🏽 me too

[@mom2littlemen]

First time on the rower! I was dreading it. I’m a breast cancer survivor and am now trying to get back in shape after treatment. I have a long way to go and have been putting off starting. I found your video and can honestly say I enjoyed my 20min with you! Thanks for keeping me entertained with the different techniques, switching it up definitely makes the time go faster! 🥰

[@nightgarden26]

Here for the same reason...the tamoxifen plus having hashimoto's is kicking my butt, so I decided to kick back. Good luck to you pink sister! I'm here rowing with you!

[@kathykirkup5860]

Me too! Medication is a killer for losing weight but I'm back on the exercise wagon. Let's do this! 💪

[@crystaloldfield-dube231]

Me too!! 💪🏼🩷

[@marleneruiz2528]

Greetings from Cape Coral, Florida! I am a breast cancer survival who is ready to get her body and mind back on shape after my treatment. Your style of presenting and encouranging to jump into the raw machine inspired me to get back to it. Thank you for creating the darkhorse community and above all for making it possible to start rawing for begiiners like me. 🤩

[@crystaloldfield-dube231]

I’m on Cape Cod! Breast Cancer Survivor!! 💪🏼

[@lauraclark6996]

I'm a 58yr old mother of 4, grandmother to 11 and in good health. I practice yoga but needed something more. My husband suggested that I run (HATED IT). Then I 0:13 started using our son-in-law's rowing machine and immediately fell in love with it! I got on KZbin and found Dark Horse Rowing. Shane is amazing and has helped so much. I doubt that I will ever row without his guidance!!!!

[@stephenpelaineg]

This is my 1st exercise in 20+ years.I suffer from arthritis and cartlidge damge to both legs so I have real difficultyin walking.Im from the uk and had a massive heart scare last week.I have just bought a basic rower and after this video I got real emotional.My daughter gets married this year and I'm 53 and I want to be here to give her away.my diet has now changed and I'm starting with this video so thank you for helping the likes of myself get back to the way I was

[@richtofen4888]

Hey, how has it gone? :)

[@xtherealest]

Amazing to hear, takes a lot of courage to start. What you wrote shows how much you love your daughter. I hope it all went well for you since it's been 2 years since you wrote this.

[@jackieadams673]

5-25-2023 So I've been watching your videos recently bc I began my rowing journey 3 weeks ago and I wanted to know how to have correct form and learn new workouts. I have an old Sunny magnetic rowing machine but the screen doesn't work although I still use it. Thank you for this awesome video!

[@medicatedforyoursafety9349]

I’ve rowed with this video for long.. so many times in fact I know everything Shane is gonna say before he says is verbatim. ❤. Happy rowing.

[@lynweaver9286]

I’m 73 years young woman! I recently bought my Concept 2. I really enjoyed this workout. See ya next time! 😊

[@inko2007]

New at it at 67..wish I had started at 27!! I really appreciate you enthusiastic teaching!! Your "transferral" of Passion is excellent!

[@tamidaley1193]

I started at the age of 60 period so appreciative of what you do and watch regularly. I have a concept 2. For this workout, wondering what your tension is set on??

[@vaidahick1703]

I'm 66 and just started. Loved this workout. I've read that 3 for females and 4 for males are good settings on the concept 2.

[@stephaniedodt2389]

I'm glad to see other people over 60 here. This is so encouraging! I'm nearly 71! I love it when I see other people in their 60s, 70s and beyond at the gym. I just wish more were female. I feel too old to NOT workout!

[@madsrichardson62]

HOLY COW SHANE!!!! [new rower here] Thank you for this!!! I learned so stinkin’ much!!! It blew my mind to be at the same stroke rate (18) during workout and cool down and yet my effort and 500m time was so drastically different. What an insanely important lesson to learn! Totally changed the game for me!! Thank you!!!

[@RockinRose]

I'm still trying to learn I can't keep my same rate the whole time I go up and down and wish I could have a trainer in my house showing me. I still don't think I am doing it a 100 percent right but I love it.

[@marie-louiseschmidlin8875]

Just retired at 70 and bought a waterrower to stay fit. Just love your intro to rowing 😅

[@jerryhopkins7347]

75 yr old. Loving the workout. I return to beginner workouts to check my technique. And after being off the machine for several weeks. Like I was with covid recently. Your comments are helpful thank you very much

[@Azlinthelich]

Going to be starting this weekend at the age of 50. I hit 252lbs today which is just short of my heaviest and am completely out of shape. Your videos are partially responsible for me wanting to use a rowing machine and I thank you for posting these. I went with a magnetic as it was within my budget.

[@Flume-mk4ex]

Beginner 51 y/o loved this. Wasn’t til 6:10 mark that I could literally feel the body parts flowing the right order. Thank you!!🙏

[@byrdgator27]

I am a 63 year old woman just bought the row machine for home. I finally understand the push through with legs/hips, thank you for explaining it so I could get it!! Great workout! I’ll be back tomorrow! 😅

[@Drjay-kz6yg]

So I bought a C2 with PM 3 about 5 years ago. Rowed a couple of thousand meters and it has been gathering dust since then! No excuse but "life got in the way" Long story short, at age 68 I decided to get back to it. Just completed 12 minutes of this workout. I felt I should ease into this. No point in stroking out, no pun intended. Not quite sure where to set the resistance. I currently have it on 4 which seems to work for me at this point. Now I need to read up on the PM 3 so i know how to set it up for various workouts. For this just completed half workout I set it to "just row". Your thoughts on using a heart rate monitor? Anyway, I am pumped, stoked and psyched. I am muscular as all get out but have essentially no cardiopulmonary fitness. That is about to change. Glad I found your channel.

[@tprummel]

I’m 61 and had a first-time anxiety attack yesterday after which I decided to start exercising, rowing in particular and happened upon this workout video. Since I’m a novice/beginner I could only get through the warmup and stopped. I will get there with the help of excellent training videos, like this one! Thank you!!

[@jennifermacdougall8346]

I’m a beginner at 57 and love these workouts. There’s so much more to this rowing thing than swooshing back and forth.

[@shannonllewellyn9377]

I just completed my first rowing sesh with this program, and I have to say, I am HOOKED! Mostly, I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE the positive reinforcement about how I can MASTER MY DAY! I got super fat during COVID and I found something I can do without special outfits, commuting, gym fees, and public scrutiny! I'm so excited to work my way back to health with Dark Horse Rowing!

[@garyamory8956]

Virgin first timer as a Black Horse. Will be back at 5:00 tomorrow morning 🌄 PNG.

[@angelaRedHat]

I just got a concept2 for my 50th bday🎉 and I stumbled upon this channel for a beginner workout 1) thanks for the clear guidance 2) thanks for no background music. I was able to focus on your queues. I feel pretty great and I’m going to try this beginner work out a few more times to get my stroke on point. So excited!!!

[@britthackbart2705]

I have been researching rowing machines for months and FINALLY got my husband on board to join the Rowing team. After the birth of our second son almost 2 yrs ago it was during when covid hit we both let ourselves go and gained weight (I still have yet to hit my pre pregnancy weight). Well we found out we are accepting our lucky number 3 baby come December 2022! So needless to say we we got our butts in gear and started this week! Watching this video has helped SO MUCH! I want and need to get in better shape during this pregnancy and my husband wants to get back in shape as well. I'm so pumped that he found this KZbin channel and we have subscribed! I cannot thank you enough for your positive words during the workouts! I might just row twice a day!

[@joshaud4780]

The last 3 years of COVID and being menopausal have taken a toll on me. I was never cardiovascularly gifted. I never really had an engine. I HATE repeat HATE running. I enjoy rowing. I am up 50 pounds and want to lose them. I have been rowing okay for 9 years but will be starting with this video and then looking into more rowing workouts to supplement my powerlifting. Thanks!

[@ashtonsimms2181]

The row I’m training for is a 2000 meter row in 7 minutes for the Police Department civil service testing. This was a killer work out!!!

[@jimg8073]

Turned 50, new rower, new journey! Love the videos, love the encouragement. Bang on the buck, we need to believe in ourselves.

[@johnpanik7511]

I am 62 YRO this march. Always been physical (USMC) but 30 lbs overweight. Always loved rowing. Don’t know why. My daughter gave me this rowing machine. Found your videos and between you and COACH V I WILL LOSE THIS WEIGHT. Great job DH. See you on Wednesday morning.

[@Meeesa]

I am not a new rower...but also a new rower. I'd always hop on the machine at the gym and bust out 15 minutes thinking I knew what I was doing. NOPE. I came across a used rower and hopped on the opportunity! Now that I am actually learning how to row, it is way harder than I anticipated! I've completed this workout twice and I can already feel my body working in different ways than before! Thank you for making these videos!

[@ClaireHolsbrough7]

I’m 53 new to rowing. Thank you very much Shane you’re a good teacher.

[@scotw67]

Like so many others, I came here as a total beginner. Words cannot express how much you and your channel mean to me. At 56, I WILL succeed not only at rowing, but will carry that momentum into my personal and professional life! Thank you!!!!!!

[@6teezkid]

I just started working out again after dropping off 10 years ago. Why? I don't know! I was 58, buff, fit and feeling great. I'm now 68 and just started with a personal trainer now. Does it feel awesome!! I couldn't believe how much I remember about my positioning, etc. I feel great just knowing I'm going all out to get where I was. I ran into your video after searching for a rowing partner online. Wow! I hit the jackpot! I love your guidance. Thank you! I'll continue going along with you as I advance. That was one heck of a great workout. I kept up and feel SPENT, but great. Thank you!

[@valoriec]

Thank you so much! I just bought my rower and I knew my form wasn't right, despite watching technique videos. I didn't want to waste my time and effort with bad form. As a 100% beginner, I was able to complete this whole workout and I'm more conscious of my form now. I'll be doing this one again! Thank you. :)

[@hollysmith9265]

I’m borrowing a rowing machine from a friend. I wasn’t 100% sure how to row correctly. I typed in a 20 min workout and this video came up first. I clicked, got on and went with you. I’m shocked that I could mostly keep up. I had the delta variant of the C two years ago and my lungs haven’t been the same since so I was worried that I wouldn’t be able to do it. I have a lot of weight to lose but I’m hoping with these workouts that I will chip away at it. Thanks for a straightforward workout. I’ll be subscribing.

[@sherrydunn3724]

60 and owning my first rower. I bought a neighbors used one. My vision board-learn a new skill. Thanks for the lessons!

[@countrygal1212]

Hi Crew! I am 32 years old and need to get back into shape! I used to be a competitive equestrian, but school, work and a recent neuropathy diagnosis got in the way. I am a first time rower and LOVE your beginner workouts. Thank you!

[@hjb-1g8]

I am a beginner at age 67 on my new Concept 2. Love this workout. Looking forward for many more 👍👍👍

[@maureenbenson6766]

My very first day of using a rowing machine. I felt terrible, and I was wondering why i bought this trouble for myself. At the end of the workout, i felt totally good. I believe i will keep getting better as i put in the work by God's grace. 😅

[@christinastrasbaugh7487]

First day on my beginner's rowing journey...typed beginner's rowing and your video came right up! I have to admit I am a yoga fiend through and through, however, was impressed when you incorporated some simple yogic movements at the end. I appreciated your way of motivating and making me feel as though I could really get into rowing to add to my fitness routine. Going on 37 years old and also fighting rheumatoid arthritis, I want to make sure my workouts will cover my body fully but also provide me with mental, emotional, and spiritual improvement. Thanks again for providing such an inspiring video! I look forward to trying out some others :)

[@enricahuston2095]

Beginner at 72 yrs of age, enjoyed it👍

[@elizabethbattenfield3169]

59 year old beginner rower and I used this class as my first row. The class was so helpful. It all came together at the point of the first “stop”. I like that you are explaining technique, etc as we row (while still keeping your breath,lol). Very helpful!

[@bmaxcey74]

Hey Shane just started rowing again, used to row years ago when i did crossfit, and i have just started back - your 20 minute beginner rowing workout was great - appreciate you keeping this material up on youtube - keep em coming. thanks

[@lumendez1871]

Just learning all this my 3rd week started with 10 minutes. Now this one. Should’ve, could’ve, would’ve. But I didn’t start younger. I am right where God has me to be. Doing dis thang. Not stopping feeling good

[@JustMe-eu3on]

How is the rowing going? Any physical changes?

[@samanthacotterell7337]

Just had my second baby and am the heaviest I’ve ever been. I’m trying to take control of my health again. I’ve been doing this workout for a week now and feel great! Hopefully I can follow the other commenters here and post a good weight loss update in a few months!

[@kat_herine]

I've completed two of your beginner rowing classes. I'm hooked! I don't know if I would be loving the rowing machine so much if it wasn't for following all of your tips and techniques. 20 years ago I had a back surgery, 14 years I broke my ankle, 12 years ago I broke my other ankle, somewhere in there I had a DVT and have post thrombotic syndrome in one leg. All of these injuries have made it so hard to walk or do most other exercises. I can't wait to do more and learn more. Thank you so much!

[@maydammi]

I just joined a gym. Day 4. I'm so proud of myself for following along this video. I did have to stop a few times but I finished and I'm so proud of myself. Thank you.

[@Arlae_Nova]

3rd day of doing this one going from semi pro rower to completely out of shape in about 5 years. This is a great workout with exercises actual rowers do when in the boat, well done. Also very doable for people that're out of shape :)

[@JessicaRHopper]

When you described the split time, it finally clicked about how I'm applying power to the machine. I went from a 3:30 to a 3:15.5 by the end of this workout. THANKS!

[@dpandjessobx]

Yay for finding this! Rowed crew in college about a million years ago, am now in my 50s and living w MS and a new hip and restarting. TY for the video and encouragement!

[@berliz2752]

I've been trying to find the motivation to hop back on my rower after months without touching it. I decided to just search for a rowing workout and this was the first one that caught my eye. And let me say, it was the best choice. Just what I needed to keep me synced in and at a great pace. Going to make this a regular day-to-day routine, just to at least loosen up for now. Just what I needed. Thanks!

[@andrewfishman9732]

Thanks

[@lrmull]

Aw man! Relatively new rower (picked it up trying to recover from Lyme-disease-related heart troubles 😅) and I was ~ruining~ my experience trying to tear through 30+ strokes per minute. As soon as you started walking through the 20 strokes per minute routine I was like “wait… it can be slow?” And then I actually started to get the rhythm?? Wild. Thanks so much for the great workout! I’ll be back on a different video tomorrow, lol 🚣‍♂️

[@debmax1994]

Yeah, love the instruction. Didn't realize the mechanics of it all. Technique, tips, body awareness wow! 👌 just what I needed. Thx

[@hubertking3232]

I love this video. I'm 68. I strength train with weights and stretch but I've added rowing now. It's fun and eZ on joints. I'm glad I found you all while scrolling thru KZbin while on rowing machine

[@samanthatarekegn7869]

Sir those last 2 minutes were agonizing I was like WHERE IS THE COOL DOWN??? Lolol. But I was shocked to hear you say you don’t need the feet straps, but at the end of the workout I saw how I no longer needed them anymore! Really helped out my form a lot!! Thank you!

[@lacutienespana2442]

I’m a 79 year old female with no excess fat. I have been using this beginner program for a few weeks and am inspired to keep going on to the next level. Right now my split is 300/500 meters with the resistance set at the highest level. I’m able to follow through the program although it’s a real workout for me. Am I correct in setting the resistance level that high? Would a lesser resistance setting change my split ratio at a 20-22 stroke rate? Love your enthusiastic coaching and explanation of the drills

[@kjr4946]

A bit late, but professional rowers don't even set it to 10 when training, somewhere in the middle should be fine

[@Bkberliner007]

Thanks!

[@sonyamahler930]

I got a free trial of ifit when I bought my rower and decided to find some other videos on here. after a few weeks of ifit I still have never had a video workout explain about what the stroke rate means or that you pull and push with your feet means more than just how many reps you do. I thought the faster I was rowing the better I was doing. Thank you for the great beginner video and explaining what it all meant. I burned more calories with your video than when I rowed twice as long. 🤯 thank you thank you!!

[@ladybuglove9717]

Purchased & received my C2 for my 50th birthday this past week and absolutely effin LOVE it❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️ I’ve been walking 2-3miles/day and knew I needed an additional full body workout. My girls were on the Philly city high/middle school rowing team when they were young and loved it too. I eventually took a 6 week rowing class on “Boat House Row” before COVID and fell in love. I can’t thank you enough for doing what you do💋💋💋💋

[@cindyjamison2625]

I just got a machine from Amazon and did my first workout with this video. I’m new to rowing, so I know getting my posture/technique right is going to take time. I bought this to build muscle, tone, and strengthen my core. I have lower back arthritis and really hoping this helps. This was a great video and I plan to do it every day until I can go longer. Thank you!

[@karenmonroe82]

I'm a female 61 years old and your breakdown was exactly what I needed. By the third workout repeating it totally clicked. Thank you. I look forward to seeing some good benefits adding rowing to my regular daily workouts... Karen

[@TheMateo2008]

Just got my RM and did my workout! Thanks for your video. A 54 years young man from Puerto Rico 🇵🇷

[@diegueli]

¡Gracias!

[@kathyblake3771]

Thank you. I am going to order a Concept 2. I’m nearly 72 and my knees and hips are feeling it. My friend saw these videos and we will be embarking on this adventure together. I’m excited, scared and motivated. 🎉

[@LaurenFowler-h6j]

Thanks Shane, I just turned 68 and just finished the 20 min. beginner workout for the first time. Your tips and encouragement really help. Great workout!! It's about all I can do for now.

[@ericcoopersomatics]

Seriously, that is a great lesson. Thank you. Usually I love/dread my time on my wife's rower. You are a very compelling teacher. I'm looking forward to my next rowing workout right after I finished rowing! That has never happened. One comment for you to consider: stretching doesn't really give the feedback the system needs to turn the tonus, resting tension, down. There's a better way than stretching to make sure the system doesn't normalize the tension of the work out. Let me know if you are interested. You're a very good teacher. Thank you.

[@SydneyReader]

Longtime lurker, first time follow-along-er - this was exactly what I needed to get back on track with my goals! Thanks, Shane!!

[@arielpupo7571]

Let me tell you my friend, I was a national junior rowing champion back at The 1995-1996, at Cuba, I am 6’00 and at that time I was 188 lbs, now I am 43 y/o and 310 lbs. I found your channel few weeks ago and it’s been a blessing for me, you are an awesome coach, keep going champ, I count on you to improve!👍🤟💪

[@lola-wt3rw]

Ok first time to do this, just sad your video, I need to lose weight n get trim, I’m looking forward to this! Tyvm! I love your video and you’re a cutie xoxoxo

[@randall1715]

Shane, former soccer player long since retired. Just recovering from back injury, and psoas muscle issue. I decided to get the concept 2 rowing machine to get back in shape at the age of 65. I was researching working outs to start to get the right techniques and I came across your video. It was a great way to start and made for a fun workout. Very informative. I need more practice on the technique, which I will focus on, until I get it down. Great job Shane!!

[@kimcalvert6318]

I am new to rowing. I have used several of DH rowing beginner videos and am feeling more confident about my form. I have used this particular workout probably 7-10 times. I can watch the CC and listen to my playlists, mirroring the movements shown. I do still have a death grip on the handle at times. I am a 55 year old woman, 5'4- 135lbs. I finally figured out what I was doing wrong just by watching the instructor, again and again. Thank you for teaching the form and hammering home some of the beginner pitfalls. I look forward to moving on to other workouts within the DH platform. To say I love my rower is an understatement.

[@melindacarroll9370]

I’m 61 years old with rheumatoid arthritis. This workout gave me so many lightbulb moments! I learned how to actually use this machine with the drills. When I bought it I had no clue how to row, this lesson is magic. THANK YOU Dark Horse rowing, I feel in control for the first time in a very long time. ❤

[@richardroper4718]

Just finished row number six and feeling great! My body is beginning to loosen and I have so much energy already. Thanks for the great workouts!

[@angelicacarrillo2255]

I just purchased my first water rower, one of those online rowers that comes with a trial membership for their classes. I love the rower but I was worried about falling off the wagon once the membership trial is over so I jumped on KZbin to see if I really do need the membership to stay motivated. I am so glad that I did! I just finished your beginner workout and I had an awesome experience! This was so easy to follow, positive vibe, and the drills kept me on my toes and engaged!! I feel like I had an all around balanced workout and can't wait to try your other videos with you!!...I hope you have more beginner videos to practice 😊 Thank you from a new Subscriber!!

[@stephaniedodt2389]

I love this! I am trying to build plenty of Cardio into my gym sessions and thanks to your detailed teaching, I'm falling in love with rowing. I really appreciate your sessions. I am recovering from serial bilateral knee replacements, the right on May 10, 2021and the left on August 9, 2021. I was suffering from severe medial knee osteoarthritis that had plagued me for 7 years. I knew going to the gym would make my recovery after surgery, which was imminent, much easier and I went to the gym two years beforehand and hired a Personal trainer. It worked! I sailed through surgery and recovery very well. My surgeon is absolutely delighted and cleared me this week to use any piece of equipment in the gym that I wanted to. Three months post operative from the left knee replacement I'm walking 2 miles at 3 mph on varied terrain with no pain and no swelling. Hopefully, I'm "dark horse" material! I am turning 71 on 12/20/21 and will have the best holiday season I've had in years with my "new legs". Thank you so much for your dedicated, thoughtful teaching style. Those of us learning from you very much appreciate it.

[@garrywalls9824]

I'm a truck driver just starting using a rowing machine, your videos are a great help and inspiration thank you.

[@magalymendez6265]

I’m 63 years old and a beginner in this machine, I love your work out specially when you do the stop because we can practice the technique. I need to practice more I push with my legs

[@RT-sy1fr]

I suffered a hemorrhagic stroke in September 2021, after 8 months in hospitals I was able to come home to rehab and continue what the doctors have described as a miracle recovery. 2 weeks ago I discovered the rowing machine in the building gym and it has been an incredible find. Searched YT for a tutorial and found Shane and Dark Horse who has made the process fun and enjoyable. Although I still have a long way to go in my recovery I know rowing has and will be an integral part of it. Thank you Shane!

[@DarkHorseRowing]

Amazing. So happy you’re here, thankful we’re rowing together, and glad you’re on the road to recovery.

[@RT-sy1fr]

Thank you Shane! It is very important to find support from good people on this long journey and I believe that I have found that in you and Dark Horse. Best wishes!

[@RT-sy1fr]

Thank you again Shane! Best exercise video I have found that works all aspects of my recovery, from strength, flexibility to positive mind. Best wishes!!!

[@raymondsoliz4306]

I’m 41 bought a rowing machine and this workout showed me how to use it I’m totaling digging it. Thank you!

[@1tk2tk]

Bedankt

[@daphnerobert-hamilton3066]

Just found this video. Excellent. I’m 40lbs overweight and taking each day as a fight against my food addiction. Great beginner workout and pep talk. 😊

[@davidfrackelton4092]

54 yr old, complete and total shoulder replacement reverse shoulder Jan 11, cleared Wednesday to do low weight high rep, wife said try the rower and use DH, skeptical, did 20 min beginner, no pain good workout felt great to be doing something again. thanks

[@genegroover3721]

I watched your beginners video x 2. Then I watched several of your other videos on technique. I did subscribe to your channel. After watching a video I would have a rowing session at the gym to 'practice' what you had taught. It wasn't clicking for me. Ok. I will be the first to admit that I'm a little slow at picking up how to row properly. But, Just like you promised, the light bulb finally went on today. Wow! It was awesome. I felt smooth and coordinated. Again, I was only practicing trying to learn the technique. I was using the rower as my 3-minute warm up before beginning my calisthenics and weights and then again in between my sets. I wasn't trying to do a full hard core work out. Now the real rowing work outs can begin. Thank you for your instructions.

[@kathyblake3771]

Thanks!

[@DarkHorseRowing]

Thank you, Kathy!

[@mattanderson6176]

Thank you, I start my rowing journey tomorrow morning! Looked at a couple videos and realized very quickly that Dark Horse was the class, community, and guidance I was looking for!

[@fionamakin1646]

Brilliant! I have a rowing machine for my son and tried to use it but no use until I was shared your beginners workout...amazing, now I feel so much more confident!

[@lindseydefreece7078]

Figured it out at 6:30. My first time on a rower since high school (almost 20 years ago) and this was the perfect video to start with, very invigorating! Thank you!

[@scamoatz]

New guy first try. I watched this video last night and followed along this morning. I could have done it alone but it was much more enjoyable having your expert tutelage. Thanks! See you tomorrow. John 62 ~ new leaf.

[@erikcwinkler]

These work outs are making such a positive difference in my days a d fitness. Thank you!!!!

[@karenweinfurtner3973]

I used this video for my first time on a row machine. It was a great beginning. I’m hooked can’t wait for my next workout. ❤

[@andy1147]

I have been doing this workout three times a week for 4 months. It has helped me immensely, and I rowed a sub 20 5k today on a waterrower. I recommend anyone getting started repeat this workout. Thank you Shane!

[@sandywood8437]

I'm 65 did first row yesterday loved the way it broken into sections.

[@tishaparker391]

Headed into my 46th birthday 30 lbs overweight, decided to try something different. This was my first rowing workout and I loved it! I was able to keep up and stay in. Looking forward to adding this as my primary cardio. Thank you!

[@richardbrighton3381]

1st session completed after a long absence from a rower (ex-military so I had the use of a free gym). Researched and bought a new rower for home as need to lose some timber and regain some fitness. I can't remember what my time/500m was but i know it was below 2.00/500m, so I have a way to go yet! Great instructional technique, positive and encouraging without being loud and in your face. Thank you Shane - I will let you know when I am not far off where I was all those years ago!!