RowAlong – Indoor Rowing Machine Workouts

It's been a while since I just sat down on the machine and make a stand-alone long row. But I needed to do some Zone2 training - and experience has taught me that the best way for me to stay in Zone 2 is to talk while I'm rowing.

So I loaded up EXR, sat down on the machine, rowed for 60 minutes, and made sure to hit record.

Two things to explain in this row though.

1) The microphone developed a fault. And although I was able to remove all the crackles, it ended up taking out the high frequencies. I'm sure you won't notice when you're rowing along with me though!

2) In some way to help this, I've let the audio from EXR bubble along underneath. So when you hear cheers / helicopters and 'ding' sfx - that's just EXR. It's not too loud. Don't worry!

Enjoy the row!

Find more indoor rowing workouts, training plans, and rowing technique guides at rowalong.com

Watch the full video versions on YouTube: youtube.com/@rowalong

Join the community: facebook.com/groups/rowalong

Instagram: @rowalong_workouts

RowAlong is a free follow-along rowing workout podcast for indoor rowers of all levels. Every session is time-based and works on any rowing machine — Concept2, WaterRower, Hydrow, NordicTrack, or any gym rower. Press play. Strap in. Let's RowAlong.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

RowAlong ReLive brings you classic 30-45 minute group rows from my Sunday live streams. These have never been uploaded as Podcasts, so the ReLive series is giving you a second chance to row along to the workout and experience the community, conversation, and coaching that makes RowAlong special.

Each episode features relaxed rowing with chat about technique, training, gear comparisons between WaterRower, Concept2, and RP3 machines, plus whatever was on my mind that particular Sunday. Perfect for when you want a guided workout with good company – no targets to hit, just steady rowing and engaging conversation.

New archive episodes drop every Wednesday, featuring sessions from 2023 onwards. And every Sunday I'll upload the Group Row from that day too.

This one was from the 14th January 2024 - I'm on the Concept2 - I talk through why consistency is the most important part of training. I cover the importance of routine, setting realistic goals, and tracking progress, while also sharing my own ups and downs with fitness after illness. Along the way, I chat about community, motivation, and making rowing a sustainable habit—even when things don’t go to plan.

If you're enjoying these throwback sessions, please leave a rating or review – it helps more rowers find the podcast and discover the RowAlong community!

Links:

Main website: rowalong.com

RowAlong YouTube: youtube.com/@RowAlong

Live streams: youtube.com/@RowAlongLive

EXR app: exrgame.com (use code RA25 for discount)

Find more indoor rowing workouts, training plans, and rowing technique guides at rowalong.com

Watch the full video versions on YouTube: youtube.com/@rowalong

Join the community: facebook.com/groups/rowalong

Instagram: @rowalong_workouts

RowAlong is a free follow-along rowing workout podcast for indoor rowers of all levels. Every session is time-based and works on any rowing machine — Concept2, WaterRower, Hydrow, NordicTrack, or any gym rower. Press play. Strap in. Let's RowAlong.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Find more indoor rowing workouts, training plans, and rowing technique guides at rowalong.com

Watch the full video versions on YouTube: youtube.com/@rowalong

Join the community: facebook.com/groups/rowalong

Instagram: @rowalong_workouts

RowAlong is a free follow-along rowing workout podcast for indoor rowers of all levels. Every session is time-based and works on any rowing machine — Concept2, WaterRower, Hydrow, NordicTrack, or any gym rower. Press play. Strap in. Let's RowAlong.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

RowAlong ReLive brings you classic 30-45 minute group rows from my Sunday live streams. These have never been uploaded as Podcasts, so the ReLive series is giving you a second chance to row along to the workout and experience the community, conversation, and coaching that makes RowAlong special.

Each episode features relaxed rowing with chat about technique, training, gear comparisons between WaterRower, Concept2, and RP3 machines, plus whatever was on my mind that particular Sunday. Perfect for when you want a guided workout with good company – no targets to hit, just steady rowing and engaging conversation.

New archive episodes drop every Wednesday, featuring sessions from 2023 onwards. And every Sunday I'll upload the Group Row from that day too.

This one was from the 7th January 2024 - and I talk about my morning technical disasters (exploding lights and blown fuses), the differences between rowing machines and their pace calculations and my fitness struggles after winter flu and Christmas indulgences unravelled my Manchester Hyrox event.

If you're enjoying these throwback sessions, please leave a rating or review – it helps more rowers find the podcast and discover the RowAlong community!

Links:

Main website: rowalong.com

RowAlong YouTube: youtube.com/@RowAlong

Live streams: youtube.com/@RowAlongLive

EXR app: exrgame.com (use code RA25 for discount)

Find more indoor rowing workouts, training plans, and rowing technique guides at rowalong.com

Watch the full video versions on YouTube: youtube.com/@rowalong

Join the community: facebook.com/groups/rowalong

Instagram: @rowalong_workouts

RowAlong is a free follow-along rowing workout podcast for indoor rowers of all levels. Every session is time-based and works on any rowing machine — Concept2, WaterRower, Hydrow, NordicTrack, or any gym rower. Press play. Strap in. Let's RowAlong.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

RowAlong Live is the replay of today’s 30-minute Sunday group row, originally streamed live on YouTube and in the EXR app on 17th August 2025 (apologies if you still hear a version where I say it's the 10th - I've uploaded a fixed version but it takes a while for it to populate.

It’s a relaxed, low-intensity row with the occasional sprint when the EXR course calls for it – perfect for keeping each other company while getting the meters in.

As we row, I’ll chat about technique, training, kit (whether I’m on the WaterRower, Concept2, or RP3 this week), plus whatever else pops into my head. It’s part workout, part conversation – and entirely about making your row more enjoyable.

So set your resistance, adjust your footstraps, grab a towel and a drink, and row along with me in real time – or replay it anytime.

This one was recorded on 17th August 2025 - I talk about injuries, motivation, Scottish Hills and rowing technique.

Find more indoor rowing workouts, training plans, and rowing technique guides at rowalong.com

Watch the full video versions on YouTube: youtube.com/@rowalong

Join the community: facebook.com/groups/rowalong

Instagram: @rowalong_workouts

RowAlong is a free follow-along rowing workout podcast for indoor rowers of all levels. Every session is time-based and works on any rowing machine — Concept2, WaterRower, Hydrow, NordicTrack, or any gym rower. Press play. Strap in. Let's RowAlong.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Want real results without endless hours on the machine? This 30-minute RowAlong workout is designed to improve your fitness, strength, and control — all in a supportive, structured format that feels rewarding instead of overwhelming.

👊 Perfect for anyone short on time but serious about making change — especially if you're tired of ""just moving"" and ready to train with purpose.

4 min warm-up

22 min main session (rhythm-building + power climbs)

2 min cooldown

🔥 The Main Set (3 rounds):

3 min @ 20 SPM – find your rhythm

3 min @ 24 SPM – build the pressure

90 sec @ 30 SPM – hit your power

I will guide you through every stroke — no guesswork, no yelling — just effective, honest effort in a workout that respects your time."

Find more indoor rowing workouts, training plans, and rowing technique guides at rowalong.com

Watch the full video versions on YouTube: youtube.com/@rowalong

Join the community: facebook.com/groups/rowalong

Instagram: @rowalong_workouts

RowAlong is a free follow-along rowing workout podcast for indoor rowers of all levels. Every session is time-based and works on any rowing machine — Concept2, WaterRower, Hydrow, NordicTrack, or any gym rower. Press play. Strap in. Let's RowAlong.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

RowAlong ReLive brings you classic 30-45 minute group rows from my Sunday live streams. These have never been uploaded as Podcasts, so the ReLive series is giving you a second chance to row along to the workout and experience the community, conversation, and coaching that makes RowAlong special.

Each episode features relaxed rowing with chat about technique, training, gear comparisons between WaterRower, Concept2, and RP3 machines, plus whatever was on my mind that particular Sunday. Perfect for when you want a guided workout with good company – no targets to hit, just steady rowing and engaging conversation.

New archive episodes drop every Wednesday, featuring sessions from 2023 onwards. And every Sunday I'll upload the Group Row from that day too.

If you're enjoying these throwback sessions, please leave a rating or review – it helps more rowers find the podcast and discover the RowAlong community!

Links:

Main website: rowalong.com

RowAlong YouTube: youtube.com/@RowAlong

Live streams: youtube.com/@RowAlongLive

EXR app: exrgame.com (use code RA25 for discount)

Find more indoor rowing workouts, training plans, and rowing technique guides at rowalong.com

Watch the full video versions on YouTube: youtube.com/@rowalong

Join the community: facebook.com/groups/rowalong

Instagram: @rowalong_workouts

RowAlong is a free follow-along rowing workout podcast for indoor rowers of all levels. Every session is time-based and works on any rowing machine — Concept2, WaterRower, Hydrow, NordicTrack, or any gym rower. Press play. Strap in. Let's RowAlong.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

RowAlong Live is the replay of today’s 30-minute Sunday group row, originally streamed live on YouTube and in the EXR app. It’s a relaxed, low-intensity row with the occasional sprint when the EXR course calls for it – perfect for keeping each other company while getting the meters in.

As we row, I’ll chat about technique, training, kit (whether I’m on the WaterRower, Concept2, or RP3 this week), plus whatever else pops into my head. It’s part workout, part conversation – and entirely about making your row more enjoyable.

So set your resistance, adjust your footstraps, grab a towel and a drink, and row along with me in real time – or replay it anytime.

This one was recorded on 10th August 2025 - unfortunately, there was a sound issue - so I had to run it through a cleanup app - which makes me sound underwater at times!! Ironic really...

Find more indoor rowing workouts, training plans, and rowing technique guides at rowalong.com

Watch the full video versions on YouTube: youtube.com/@rowalong

Join the community: facebook.com/groups/rowalong

Instagram: @rowalong_workouts

RowAlong is a free follow-along rowing workout podcast for indoor rowers of all levels. Every session is time-based and works on any rowing machine — Concept2, WaterRower, Hydrow, NordicTrack, or any gym rower. Press play. Strap in. Let's RowAlong.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

RowAlong ReLive brings you classic 30-45 minute group rows from my Sunday live streams. These have never been uploaded as Podcasts, so the ReLive series is giving you a second chance to row along to the workout and experience the community, conversation, and coaching that makes RowAlong special.

Each episode features relaxed rowing with chat about technique, training, gear comparisons between WaterRower, Concept2, and RP3 machines, plus whatever was on my mind that particular Sunday. Perfect for when you want a guided workout with good company – no targets to hit, just steady rowing and engaging conversation.

New archive episodes drop every Wednesday, featuring sessions from 2023 onwards. And every Sunday I'll upload the Group Row from that day too.

If you're enjoying these throwback sessions, please leave a rating or review – it helps more rowers find the podcast and discover the RowAlong community!

Links:

Main website: rowalong.com

RowAlong YouTube: youtube.com/@RowAlong

Live streams: youtube.com/@RowAlongLive

EXR app: exrgame.com (use code RA25 for discount)

Find more indoor rowing workouts, training plans, and rowing technique guides at rowalong.com

Watch the full video versions on YouTube: youtube.com/@rowalong

Join the community: facebook.com/groups/rowalong

Instagram: @rowalong_workouts

RowAlong is a free follow-along rowing workout podcast for indoor rowers of all levels. Every session is time-based and works on any rowing machine — Concept2, WaterRower, Hydrow, NordicTrack, or any gym rower. Press play. Strap in. Let's RowAlong.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This one’s about rhythm, purpose, and connection. After setting up and warming up, we’ll row for 20 minutes at a steady 20 spm — low intensity but high value, like climbing a never-ending staircase. Along the way, I’ll share a bit of my own story and help you reflect on yours. Let’s connect with our “why” for rowing and build some serious base fitness together.

🌐 Visit rowalong.com, and come row live with me on Sundays (@rowalonglive).

📘 Explore The Rower’s Journal on Amazon and grab the RowAlong app in your app store.

🔴 DISCLAIMER: Always check with your doctor before starting new workouts. Participation is voluntary and at your own risk.

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Or just keep showing up – that’s everything. 🔵🔵🔵

Find more indoor rowing workouts, training plans, and rowing technique guides at rowalong.com

Watch the full video versions on YouTube: youtube.com/@rowalong

Join the community: facebook.com/groups/rowalong

Instagram: @rowalong_workouts

RowAlong is a free follow-along rowing workout podcast for indoor rowers of all levels. Every session is time-based and works on any rowing machine — Concept2, WaterRower, Hydrow, NordicTrack, or any gym rower. Press play. Strap in. Let's RowAlong.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.