Our From Couch to Consistency training plan may be for you if any (or all!) of the following describes you: Your goal is to get fit and stay fit. You want to learn more about workouts and training, and you’d like suggestions for what to do. Most of all, you want strategies to keep yourself motivated for the long haul. If any of these ring true, then this plan just might give you the push to get started. Through the recommended workouts, you will learn about the many workout formats possible on Concept2 ergs, how to set them up, the best ways to track your progress, and the motivational tools ..read more

Team Salty Science. Photo: World's Toughest Row Back in November 2023, we wrote about four determined women who were planning to row across the Atlantic Ocean starting in December 2023 as part of the World’s Toughest Row™. They called themselves team Salty Science and were undertaking the 3000-mile journey in the name of science and to raise money and awareness for ocean conservation-based charities. Chantale Bégin, Lauren Shea, Noelle Helder, and Isabelle Côté are four marine scientists, all comfortable in the water, around marine life, and tough challenges, but none of them came to this e ..read more

Another World Rowing Virtual Indoor Sprints is in the books for 2024. The Indoor Sprints is an annual joint initiative between Concept2 and World Rowing, and unlike a traditional race, it can take place virtually from anywhere in the world. This year, the 1000 meter sprint event took place March 6-10. Participants could enter as many eligible 1000m times as they wanted between those dates knowing the fastest would automatically be the one to count. And because the Concept2 Online Logbook is used to enter results, all results show in the worldwide leaderboard, making it easy to see where you s ..read more

Concept2's International Women's Day Challenge on March 8 was a big success, all thanks to you! This year we saw huge growth in participation from just over 4000 people in 2023 to well over 6000 participants in 2024. We smashed our goal of raising $15,000, and will split it between Women’s Sports Foundation and WomenSport International—two organizations that work to empower women and girls through sport and raise awareness for equality. Participants completed exactly 5000 meters on the Concept2 RowErg or SkiErg (or rode 10,000m on the BikeErg) on International Women's Day. As a lead up to Inte ..read more

While much of our Concept2 training guidance focuses on workouts, plans, and motivation, it's crucial to remember the significance of rest and recovery. If you're part of a coached program, rest is likely built into your regimen. But for those training independently, the misconception that more work always equals better results can be tempting. Let's dispel this notion and recognize the importance of rest and recovery—including active recovery—in achieving sustainable training success. Strategies for Productive and Sustainable Training Maintain a Training Log: Utilize tools like the free Conc ..read more

We hope you will join us on Friday, March 8 for International Women’s Day (IWD) and complete 5000 meters on the erg of your choice. International Women's Day is a global celebration of the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women. Each year, this day serves as a powerful reminder of the progress made towards gender equality and highlights the work that still needs to be done. In 2024, the the IWD campaign theme is Inspire Inclusion and emphasizes the importance of diversity and empowerment in all aspects of society. We want to shine a light on the importance of empowerin ..read more

Photo: World Rowing / Benedict Tufnell We've been talking about the 2024 World Rowing Indoor Championships (WRICH), presented by Concept2, for a long time, and now it's finally (well, almost!) here. WRICH will take place in Prague, Czech Republic, February 23–24, and competitors will be joining the action both in person and virtually in real time. WRICH is the official world championships of indoor rowing. The event visits a new iconic city each year, showcasing a truly international discipline, and the best rowers from all corners of the globe. The two days will be action packed with individu ..read more

In the world of rowing, different paths converge, each unique journey interwoven with moments of discovery, perseverance, and triumph. For Concept2 employees Oscar Rijneveld (Concept2 Benelux), Martin Stridde (Concept2 Germany), Kate Smith (Concept2 US), Silvan Zehnder (Concept2 Switzerland), Guido Geisler (Concept2 Germany) and Judy Geer (Concept2 US), their introduction to rowing sparked a lifelong affinity that has left a deep mark on their lives. What drew you to rowing, and how did you start in the sport? Oscar It was during my introductory week at university that I learned about rowing ..read more

Photo courtesy of HYROX Never heard of HYROX? Let us introduce you to a fitness race that is getting more and more popular every year. Billed as the “sport for everybody,” the HYROX race is geared toward both professional athletes and everyday fitness enthusiasts looking to take their training to the next level. Here's how it works: All athletes compete on the same course in an indoor arena, and can take part as an individual in the open or pro division, on a team of two, or on a relay team. The race format is the same regardless of location—eight different functional fitness movements, follow ..read more

With ten great reasons to use our free ErgData app, are there any reasons not to? Check it out and decide for yourself! It’s so easy to upload your workouts and meters to your Concept2 Online Logbook. You can share workouts with friends and teammates. Once you’ve created the workout, hit the Share button and you can email the workout, either before or after you’ve done it. The recipient can load the workout into their ErgData with one click. New! The Challenges section on ErgData displays the current, upcoming and recent challenges, and gives you one-click access to view your progress to da ..read more