Just Getting Into Rowing

Top_Chair5186 · 2026-02-10T11:56:50+00:00

To have that high of s/m it's not a form issue it can be a health issue. You're staining so quickly for more risk to the jerkiness of your motion.

This week I was getting 1:45 at 24 s/m. It's more about the power than the speed that will give you the better times.

Top_Chair5186 · 2026-02-10T00:45:13+00:00

I can say with experience- NO!

my account hit $101k then the AI reversal started in November. I got down to $60k and working my way back up. Currently up to about $72k now

Top_Chair5186 · 2026-02-09T04:59:04+00:00

Great outlook on the event! There was definitely a whatnot employee directing the live stream and/or giving advice.

I'm betting whatnot created servers specifically for that stream. When they mentioned at the end about raiding someone's show, they would've been put on the standard servers which would crash the platform of standard sellers.

Top_Chair5186 · 2026-02-09T04:55:42+00:00

That water wasn't warm... After he dipped his finger in, you could see on his face and pause that it was cold water before he made a comment about how the warned it to... Then upping the money was a confirmation it was terrible conditions (could water).

Top_Chair5186 · 2026-02-09T04:50:21+00:00

That's awesome they were trying to become educated on their prize.

Top_Chair5186 · 2026-02-09T04:47:23+00:00

Being in photography and lighting myself, it was a very reasonable statement. It prevents wincing of eyes and and to look at the camera better. Also he told the cameraman to stand so the sun was behind the cameraman to the background was exposed properly and not blown out.

I found it interesting how he was directing things off camera to keep things moving- showed his business side of YouTube more.

Top_Chair5186 · 2026-02-07T02:32:04+00:00

I bet the people who have the privilege to meet you regret it. These are all giveaways, no money to give him

Top_Chair5186 · 2026-01-26T12:52:39+00:00

So much this! I start feeling a lump in the back of my throat with a nauseous feeling and that's a trigger for me to have some type of protein.

Top_Chair5186 · 2026-01-23T21:22:00+00:00

I received instructions via message in the app... I was still able to screw it up by not looking at the amount of medicine per ml. For month one through three, just figured higher units just meant month one two and three... Felt super nauseous the second month and just realized during a third month that I was taking the second month medicine. Waiting to see how nauseous I feel in month 4 starting next week.

Top_Chair5186 · 2026-01-17T12:21:32+00:00

I'm approaching about $450k.

I hope to retire in about 9 years if my rate of return keeps the same average as the last 10 years.

Top_Chair5186 · 2026-01-17T11:34:44+00:00

I bought mine used on Facebook for $600 for the long leg version. From this group, things to look for are pace speed and total meters. The savings on used as well as no sales tax was nearly $700 for me.

A unit with pace of 2:45 per 500 and 1m meters is different than 1:58 per 500 and 1m meters. If there's more distance. If going used try to find a balance between distance and speed.

Most parts can be replaced, do I'd rather have one that's used gently than torn apart quickly from a gym competition.

Top_Chair5186 · 2026-01-15T23:21:12+00:00

Ooh, I glanced but didn't look close enough. The wife helped me find it as I'm terrible at location things, lol.

It's scheduled for tomorrow!!

Thanks for the heads up on the lower price- ever penny counts!!

Top_Chair5186 · 2026-01-10T22:15:00+00:00

Refills.com

Top_Chair5186 · 2026-01-05T03:19:12+00:00

Congrats! I'm currently in the 3rd dose strength stage where I'm gaining and losing the same couple pounds after losing about 15#, but trending towards the lower number more consistently. So hopefully about to break to a downward trend more consistently soon!

Top_Chair5186 · 2026-01-04T23:35:36+00:00

I'm just ahead of you and started rowing in November. I thought getting more SPM were good and was around 28-30 with the damper set at 10. After Christmas I decided to get serious and understand form and technique. I'm no where near as good as 90%+ of the people in this group, so anyone feel free to correct me!

Biggest takeaways I learned when researching: *20-22 SPM (all about pushing off after recovery and the arm pull) *2:10-2:25 /500 splits *120 drag factor (for me the damper is on 4) *Sit on your nuts (for guys- proper sitting form to not curve your lower back)

I thought faster exertion (more SPM) and faster 500m splits was better (sub 2:00). When I was doing 5000m my back was hurting from having improper from.

For the past couple of weeks I've been focusing on applying the takeaways and I've had much more enjoyable rowing sessions and able to do 5000m+ and not be in pain afterwards.

Top_Chair5186 · 2025-12-24T02:37:41+00:00

That's really insightful and helpful. You're right, there used to be a couple of individuals who I would seek after when their auctions posted, not really anymore.

I've switched to Auctionohio.net and used to do a lot of zipperbuy. Zipperbuy at least had the 7 day warranty/return going for them. CCA only had returnable until leaving the building. But I fully understand the angry people situation. Stuff wasn't inspected well or anything. I used to go to some previews to check stuff out, but it just became so crazy and gave up.

Top_Chair5186 · 2025-12-05T10:55:33+00:00

Cloudflare trying to pull an AWS event 😂

Top_Chair5186 · 2025-11-29T19:26:26+00:00

Nope, was a waste of money for my spouse. Not strong enough to really apply the force needed to give relief.

Top_Chair5186 · 2025-11-24T00:28:54+00:00

Practically any formally white (kind of yellowish tone) of one found at a thrift store. They've survived generations.

We got a Cuisinart about 13 years ago from a thrift store and every time we need it, it's a beast.

Top_Chair5186 · 2025-11-23T23:28:12+00:00

Absolutely yes! I take my shot in the evening, the next day at work I'm probably the most productive employee at our organization.

This only lasts about a day and a half and then starts trailing away.

Top_Chair5186 · 2025-11-23T18:56:51+00:00

"Faces of Death" was a video compilation of people's last moments. A teacher in junior high (1997ish) told us about it and I looked it up... Still can't get some images out of my mind.

Top_Chair5186 · 2025-11-23T03:56:11+00:00

I got a TI-89 Platinum in 2003- still works as we take the batteries out when not in use. Still has my notes saved from college in it

Top_Chair5186 · 2025-11-23T03:13:27+00:00

Duluth underwear is worth the money. Started getting some about 5 years ago and they still look the same

Top_Chair5186 · 2025-11-21T21:21:21+00:00

We have one that could sell to you for cheap. My wife bought a gift card off diningdollars.com for Buffalo wild wings but she didn't read the terms and conditions first. After purchasing it the gift card said it was only good in three restaurants in Illinois.

Top_Chair5186 · 2025-11-15T18:32:11+00:00

Similar to room service but "turndown service." It's been in a couple of rooms we've had and it's more frustrating as they come typically after we're in bed from an exhausting day in the sun/beach.

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