The Concept 2 Rowing Workout Equipment - Better Look at Its Notable Features
Way back in the early 80s, the Concept 2 rowing workout machines made their introduction to the world. The snowfall in Vermont, where Concept 2 rowing machines are mass-produced, caused this company to set out in producing them in response to the harsh elements. So it adds up that creating a high quality rowing machine for indoor use would be a fantastic idea. However, they intentionally wanted to make the very best rowers possible utilizing intelligent design principles. I have the unique position to write about this since I have been using a Concept 2 for about a decade. So I'll talk more about a few more specifics in this review of Concept 2 rowing workout machines.
The options are pretty uncomplicated, you can buy the Model D or the Model E. But, the Model D rowing exercise machine can be purchased with separate options depending on your requirements. The performance monitors are called, PM3 or PM4, and they accompany each rower. The PM3 comes standard with the Model D rower with a choice to upgrade to the PM4. The other selection, which is pricier, is the E rower with the PM4 monitor. The Model E is priced two to three hundred fifty dollars more than the Model D depending on which monitoring device you pick out.
You will be able to check how well you are progressing with the performance monitors as well as monitoring your pulse. The way you can do that with the pulse rate is with an additional small sensor that you place across your chest area. There is no discomfort having it strapped because it is very thin with an elastic spandex strap. The moment you begin use the rowing machine, you will be preoccupied enough to the point where you will not be able to notice it. There are no wires either because the information is sent to the monitoring device.
The Concept 2 design utlizes a flywheel assembly that you will use to generate the resistance and simulate rowing. The flywheel is held inside a plastic housing so you cannot touch it while it is moving. You can adjust the amount of resistance through a small lever on the flywheel housing. When you are rowing you will hear the seat go backward and forward, the chain movement and the whirringwhizzing of wind from the flywheel, and the noise level is very low. While you are rowing, the fan-like flywheel emits a low whirring sound, and you can feel the air movement at certain angles. But it is much softer than any fan because you will not be creating the same amount of RPM's as a fan does. Overall, you could easily use a Concept 2 rower in the next room without waking up anybody.
You can select the type of performance metrics that is most appropriate for you from a user-friendly menu on either the PM3 or PM4. There are sufficient data types to satisfy the needs of either professional rowers or someone who wants a great exercise. Your particular needs will tell you what you want to keep track of and what is not so important. Most of the rowers who compete at the collegiate level use the Concept 2 to prepare themselves, so they will obviously pay attention to specific data types.
The options are pretty uncomplicated, you can buy the Model D or the Model E. But, the Model D rowing exercise machine can be purchased with separate options depending on your requirements. The performance monitors are called, PM3 or PM4, and they accompany each rower. The PM3 comes standard with the Model D rower with a choice to upgrade to the PM4. The other selection, which is pricier, is the E rower with the PM4 monitor. The Model E is priced two to three hundred fifty dollars more than the Model D depending on which monitoring device you pick out.
You will be able to check how well you are progressing with the performance monitors as well as monitoring your pulse. The way you can do that with the pulse rate is with an additional small sensor that you place across your chest area. There is no discomfort having it strapped because it is very thin with an elastic spandex strap. The moment you begin use the rowing machine, you will be preoccupied enough to the point where you will not be able to notice it. There are no wires either because the information is sent to the monitoring device.
The Concept 2 design utlizes a flywheel assembly that you will use to generate the resistance and simulate rowing. The flywheel is held inside a plastic housing so you cannot touch it while it is moving. You can adjust the amount of resistance through a small lever on the flywheel housing. When you are rowing you will hear the seat go backward and forward, the chain movement and the whirringwhizzing of wind from the flywheel, and the noise level is very low. While you are rowing, the fan-like flywheel emits a low whirring sound, and you can feel the air movement at certain angles. But it is much softer than any fan because you will not be creating the same amount of RPM's as a fan does. Overall, you could easily use a Concept 2 rower in the next room without waking up anybody.
You can select the type of performance metrics that is most appropriate for you from a user-friendly menu on either the PM3 or PM4. There are sufficient data types to satisfy the needs of either professional rowers or someone who wants a great exercise. Your particular needs will tell you what you want to keep track of and what is not so important. Most of the rowers who compete at the collegiate level use the Concept 2 to prepare themselves, so they will obviously pay attention to specific data types.
