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🏋️ Coop's First Look at the NEW Rogue Echo Rower

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Stephen Sheehan, CPT, CNC
September 17, 2024 • Estimated Reading Time: 8 minutes

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Welcome to Home Gym Club! This erg-centric edition pays homage to one of our favorite pieces of cardio equipment: the almighty rower. Invented in 1871 by William Buckingham Curtis, the first indoor rowing machine set the stage for future iterations like the uber-popular Concept2 RowErg. In addition to revolutionizing the rowing market, the legendary inventor known as “Father Bill” helped establish the Amateur Athletic Union, which later became the U.S. Olympic Committee.

Now that’s someone who pulled his weight in many different directions!

What’s in today’s newsletter:

  • Coop gets his hands (and feet) on the new Rogue Echo Rower.

  • We teach you the correct technique to use a rower safely and effectively.

  • Our cardio equipment expert breaks down the similarities and differences between rowing and cycling.

  • We put together 3 intense interval workouts so you can maximize your time on the erg.

First Look

Coop Unboxes the Rogue Echo Rower

Coop went Rogue for his latest video on the official GGR YouTube channel. Known for producing the highly rated Concept2 RowErg, the folks from Rogue Fitness gave our founder a chance to test out the recently released Echo Rower—a beast of a machine that features a precision-calibrated flywheel, a set of quick-release foot straps, and a 4.7” backlit LCD console.

Does the Echo deliver on all the hype? Get the inside scoop from Coop on this new design from one of the industry’s most well-respected manufacturers. From unboxing to assembling to testing, you’ll see exactly what it’s like to live the Echo experience.

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Train Station

How to Use a Rowing Machine (The RIGHT Way)

While navigating a treadmill or elliptical is pretty self-explanatory, the same can’t be said for a rower. As a certified personal trainer, I see plenty of gym-goers make similar errors that hold them back from getting the most out of their erg-based workouts.

From familiarizing yourself with the four components of proper form to learning common mistakes to avoid, set yourself up for success by learning how to use a rowing machine (the right way!). By the time you’re finished, you’ll know terms like catch, drive, finish, and recovery and understand why they matter.

This or That

Rowing vs. Cycling

Rowing and cycling are two means to the same end: improved cardiovascular health, increased strength and muscular endurance, and calorie burn. Like all aerobic exercise, both types of workouts can also improve your mental health by boosting your mood and potentially improving your self-esteem. But while the outcome is the same (assuming you’re exercising regularly), there are some notable differences between the two types of workouts.

Should you strap your feet in and pull your way to a leaner, stronger self? Or should you adjust the handlebars and start spinnin’ till sweat’s drippin’? Use our rowing vs. cycling comparison to choose the best cardio option for you.

Cardio Zone

3 Heart-Pumping Rowing Interval Workouts

Whether you’re new to rowing or simply looking to shake up your current cardio routine, performing interval workouts can break up the monotony and even push your body toward goals that include fat loss and muscle growth. From incorporating various speeds and efforts to including off-machine exercises, there are plenty of ways to make your erg sessions dynamic and effective.

We called upon a HIIT expert, as well as GGR Head of Content Kate Meier, to create a trio of interval-style rowing workouts that cater to different fitness goals. That means you have ample options (and no excuses) to challenge yourself to an intense bout with one of my favorite cardio machines.

Concept2 Coupon Code

Concept2 is one of our favorite brands for cardio equipment. They make long-lasting products with no other purpose than to make you fit. Walk into any random CrossFit gym and you’ll probably find a piece of Concept2 equipment—such as the RowErg—from years ago that’s still in great condition.

This brand just makes good stuff, point blank.

Although the Concept2 online store itself does not typically offer site-wide sales at any time of year, you can purchase their products from a variety of retailers, including Rogue Fitness and Amazon.

Here are a few ways to dig for deals on Amazon:

Quick Hits

Catch, Drive, Finish, Recovery