Concept 2 Rowing Machine Model D – Row your way to total fitness
The Concept 2 rowing machine is the best selling indoor rower in the world and are considered the industry standard for indoor rowing machines.
Benefits of using the Concept 2 Rower Model D
The Concept 2 rower and indoor rowing has become popular because when used properly they give you a total body workout that exercises your entire body, including the arms, legs, chest, back, and abs.
Due to the wide range of motion when sliding up and down on the seat the arms and legs are strengthened and become more flexible. Your core muscles are also developed as a result of the abs and lower back working hard at the end and middle of each stroke.
In contrast too different types of cardiovascular exercise using the concept 2 model D does not place undue stress on the knees and ankles. This is due to the smooth low impact rhythm found on these rowers that replicates successfully the feeling of being on the water.
In addition many customers report that the rhythmic nature of rowing helps clear the head and ease the stress of the day .
Features of the Concept 2 Model D
One of the main reasons why Concept 2 rowers are so successful is due to the technology found in their performance monitors. A highly sophisticated piece of equipment, this helps set the Concept 2 Rower apart from other rowing machines and fitness equipment ..
The Model D comes with a PM3 or PM4 performance monitor.
The PM3 collates and tracks your distance, speed, calories, pace, and watts. There are 5 displays available – data, force curve, rowing with a pace boat, large print and bar chart.
For example this data can be used to tell you your time and average split for each 1k so you can analyse your performance or display graphs of either output stroke by stroke or your power output for each individual stroke. This shows you where in the stroke and your whole workout, where you are most powerful .
The PM3 also includes a menu function to allow use of some excellent training features. These include trials against a pace boat or one or your previous performances or picking a preset or custom made favourite workout.
Furthermore all the PM3s (Personal Monitor 3) have a USB interface for easy data transfer to a PC or Mac. For those who want to check their heart rate you can purchase an optional Polar receiver (sold separately) .
More features available are FISH games, animated rowers to teach technique, multiple language options and a personal log card (similair to a sim card) to keep track of all your workouts.
The PM4 offers the all the same functionality of the PM3 with the added features of:
Heart Rate Monitoring: Built in wireless compatibility with Suunto heart rate technology (chest belt provided) offers improved transmission and eliminates interference from nearby rowers. Also compatible with Polar heart rate technology, if optional Polar receiver is installed..
Rechargeable Battery Pack: As you row you will actually be recharging your battery. Connecting the PM4 to a PC through the USB port can also recharge the battery pack.
Increased Memory Capacity: So extra features and functionality can be added in the future.
Supports Machine-to-Machine Racing: Both wireless and wired machine to machine racing can be implemented with the need for a PC.
The Model D is also notably comfortable, with an ergonomic handle that allows for a natural arm and hand position; an aluminium rail capped with a stainless-steel track for smooth seat movements; and adjustable Flex-foot footrests. .
The concept 2 model D is surprisingly quiet due to a flywheel designed to reduce noise and spiral damper that allows rowers to choose the level of drag. The range is 1-10 with starting with 1 as the easiest. Apparently using level 4-5 is the closest to replicating being on the water .
The Model D requires a footprint of 9 by 4 feet for use and has caster wheels for quick mobility plus a collapsible design for efficient transport and storage
It has a capacity for up to 500 pounds of weight and is backed up by a 5 year warranty on frame parts and 2 year warranty on the monitor and moving parts .
Finally another great reason to invest in a Concept 2 Rower is the support and back up provided by the company themselves. If you look on the concept 2 website, there is a huge community of users, competitions, and challenges set every month with prizes to keep you motivated and improving your performance..
The Concept 2 Rowing machine is a highly recommended buy not just your rowing prowess but for your overall fitness, health and well-being .
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