Team Shut Up & Row Goes the Distance
Back in November 2022, we wrote about Team Shut Up & Row as they were preparing to row across the Atlantic as part of the Talisker Whisky Atlantic Challenge. We were so proud to support their 3000-mile trans-Atlantic race with the goal of raising funds and awareness for the Big Fish Foundation. It took 33 days, 17 hours and 38 minutes to complete their journey, crossing the finish line in Antigua in the early hours of the morning and reuniting with their families. We sat down with Brian (Tosh) Chontosh to chat about their incredible feat and the Big Fish Foundation, as well as physical and mental health. Continue Reading ›
Ski trainers, like the Concept2 SkiErg, are a relatively new fitness tool, so you are not alone if you’re not familiar with what they are and how they can be used. Just as the Concept2 RowErg was created for on water rowers, the SkiErg was developed as a training tool for serious cross-country skiers, but word of its effectiveness and flexibility has spread to the non-skiing world, too. 
With increased interest in training plans for a variety of fitness goals, it’s a good time to share some of the free training options we have readily available on our website. 
We are deeply proud of, and inspired by, the many communities of Concept2 users. For these reasons, we're excited to be joining the cycling community for the first time at the 
Born and raised with an athletic upbringing in Long Beach, New York, Rob Carson spent much of his time competing in ice hockey. He also had a background in swimming and running. After a serious injury on the job as a New York City police officer, Rob found himself retired at the age of 31, but he still had the itch to compete. He began to row, and quickly found that rowing fulfilled his need to be competitive. He also saw the crossover benefits that rowing had on many other sports. 
Seasonal transitions can be challenging times for a fitness routine. The weather doesn’t always cooperate; new activities can cause sore muscles, and change isn’t always smooth. On the bright side, the change of seasons provides an opportunity for positive change, a time to introduce new activities in your plan, and a chance to involve some new muscles. 
For those eagerly waiting to get back on the water to row, spring is a great time to give your oars some TLC. Read on for tips and tricks for your sticks! 
The Performance Monitor 5 (PM5) is the brain behind the Concept2 RowErg, SkiErg and BikeErg and offers reliable, accurate workout data, easy navigation, preprogrammed and custom workouts, heart rate monitoring capability, and games, to name a few. It's also compatible with a host of apps that can enhance your workout experience. 
Concept2's International Women's Day Challenge on March 8 helped raise money for the