Comments for Flywheel Fitness http://flywheelfit.com An Indoor Rowing & Spin Studio in Austin, Texas! Sat, 10 Dec 2011 18:51:21 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3-beta1-18972 Comment on Snacking on Real Food by Paleo Village - Renaming Tenderloin - animal rights group, ethical treatment of animals, Mayor Lee, new stone age, Paleo Diet, people for the ethical treatment of animals, Professor Robert Lustig, renaming tenderloin, San Francisco, treatment of animals - http://flywheelfit.com/2011/09/snacking/#comment-64 Paleo Village - Renaming Tenderloin - animal rights group, ethical treatment of animals, Mayor Lee, new stone age, Paleo Diet, people for the ethical treatment of animals, Professor Robert Lustig, renaming tenderloin, San Francisco, treatment of animals - Sat, 10 Dec 2011 18:51:21 +0000 http://flywheelfit.com/?p=456#comment-64 [...] Way To Stay Fit With Paleo Diet PlanSan Francisco Limousine Car Rental ServiceHaters Gunna HateSnacking on Real Food : Flywheel Fitness // 0) { //0==expires on browser close var cdate = new Date(); [...] [...] Way To Stay Fit With Paleo Diet PlanSan Francisco Limousine Car Rental ServiceHaters Gunna HateSnacking on Real Food : Flywheel Fitness // 0) { //0==expires on browser close var cdate = new Date(); [...]

]]> Comment on Snacking on Real Food by Paleo Village - Dead Animal - Total Paleo Song - dead animal, dead animal 8211 total paleo song, lower back pain, neolithic age, new stone age, Paleo Diet, paleo eater, Paleo Song, Stone Age, total paleo song - | Paleo Village http://flywheelfit.com/2011/09/snacking/#comment-63 Paleo Village - Dead Animal - Total Paleo Song - dead animal, dead animal 8211 total paleo song, lower back pain, neolithic age, new stone age, Paleo Diet, paleo eater, Paleo Song, Stone Age, total paleo song - | Paleo Village Wed, 16 Nov 2011 07:21:42 +0000 http://flywheelfit.com/?p=456#comment-63 [...] Eating Guide You'll Ever NeedYour Workout is Eating You AliveYour Workout is Eating You AliveSnacking on Real Food : Flywheel FitnessSnacking on Real Food : Flywheel Fitness // 0) { //0==expires on browser [...] [...] Eating Guide You'll Ever NeedYour Workout is Eating You AliveYour Workout is Eating You AliveSnacking on Real Food : Flywheel FitnessSnacking on Real Food : Flywheel Fitness // 0) { //0==expires on browser [...]

]]> Comment on Our Coaches by Why You Hate Spinning : Flywheel Fitness - U Jam http://flywheelfit.com/our-coaches/#comment-62 Why You Hate Spinning : Flywheel Fitness - U Jam Wed, 09 Nov 2011 04:37:05 +0000 http://flywheelfit.com/?page_id=73#comment-62 [...] Flywheel coaches are not “group-ex instructors,” we are coaches. we are certified Spinning instructors, triathletes, cyclists, and all-around pretty cool people. we practice what we preach, we have lives as athletes, moms, dads, triathlon coaches, students, business people, and fitness enthusiasts outside of class. we don’t yell or scream at you. we think talking works just fine. we won’t make fun of you or single you out. we care about whether or not you do it right. we care about whether or not your bike is set up PERFECTLY for you. Because contrary to popular belief, there IS a thing or two to know about technique on the bike, and the more efficient your technique is, the better your workout is. You will avoid injury, you will have more fun, and you will come back. we want you to love cycling just as much as we do! [...] [...] Flywheel coaches are not “group-ex instructors,” we are coaches. we are certified Spinning instructors, triathletes, cyclists, and all-around pretty cool people. we practice what we preach, we have lives as athletes, moms, dads, triathlon coaches, students, business people, and fitness enthusiasts outside of class. we don’t yell or scream at you. we think talking works just fine. we won’t make fun of you or single you out. we care about whether or not you do it right. we care about whether or not your bike is set up PERFECTLY for you. Because contrary to popular belief, there IS a thing or two to know about technique on the bike, and the more efficient your technique is, the better your workout is. You will avoid injury, you will have more fun, and you will come back. we want you to love cycling just as much as we do! [...]

]]> Comment on Our Coaches by Train With Tempo : Cross-train: Rowing http://flywheelfit.com/our-coaches/#comment-60 Train With Tempo : Cross-train: Rowing Mon, 19 Sep 2011 15:28:06 +0000 http://flywheelfit.com/?page_id=73#comment-60 [...] off next month.  As part of our September team meeting & social, Flywheel Fitness owner, Sara-Mai Conway, also a member of Team Tempo, gave us an introduction to proper rowing technique and [...] [...] off next month.  As part of our September team meeting & social, Flywheel Fitness owner, Sara-Mai Conway, also a member of Team Tempo, gave us an introduction to proper rowing technique and [...]

]]> Comment on Our Coaches by triathlon magazine http://flywheelfit.com/our-coaches/#comment-59 triathlon magazine Sat, 17 Sep 2011 21:30:09 +0000 http://flywheelfit.com/?page_id=73#comment-59 <strong>triathlon magazine...</strong> Of course, what a magnificent website and illuminating posts, I definitely will bookmark your blog.Have an awsome day!... triathlon magazine…

Of course, what a magnificent website and illuminating posts, I definitely will bookmark your blog.Have an awsome day!…

]]> Comment on The Importance of Training Partners by Nosmo http://flywheelfit.com/2011/06/the-importance-of-training-partners-2/#comment-56 Nosmo Tue, 28 Jun 2011 18:17:25 +0000 http://flywheelfit.com/2011/06/the-importance-of-training-partners-2/#comment-56 " and there’s nothing like sharing an experience you love with people you like too." <br /><br />True. One wants those who inspire and you love. But one needs training partners you can trust and are honest. I've been in boats with people I really didn't like much, but I know they were committed, would try hard every stroke, and I could learn from. They were great teammates but not friends. " and there’s nothing like sharing an experience you love with people you like too."

True. One wants those who inspire and you love. But one needs training partners you can trust and are honest. I've been in boats with people I really didn't like much, but I know they were committed, would try hard every stroke, and I could learn from. They were great teammates but not friends.

]]> Comment on Shox-Box Review by RowShoxBox http://flywheelfit.com/2011/05/shox-box-review-2/#comment-55 RowShoxBox Mon, 06 Jun 2011 20:03:43 +0000 http://flywheelfit.com/2011/05/shox-box-review-2/#comment-55 Flywheel Fitness – thanks for taking the time to evaluate and review our Shox-Box products. We’d like to take the opportunity to respond to your feedback.<br /><br />1. Technique Improvement– <br />There are specific parts of rowing technique that can be focused on and improved using the Shox-Box system that are not necessarily addressed by the Core Perform or C2 Slides: (A.) Rushing the slide (B.) Dipping at the catch (C.) Uneven foot pressure (D.) Roughness at the catch and the finish (E.) Sense of balance engaging key muscle groups i.e. core & obliques.<br /><br />For experienced rowers, what we have found is that the real benefit of the Shox-Box system is found in the last third of an erg workout when fatigue sets in and technique starts to suffer. The Shox-Box provides feedback on the declining form and reminds rowers to focus on elements of their technique.<br /><br />As for the “very little lateral movement” and lack of adjustability of the Shox-Box system for a lightweight rower, we are currently designing a softer, less stable system to benefit lightweight rowers and to increase the challenge for more experienced rowers. We’d love to hear what you think of this idea.<br /><br />2. Relieves Discs & Joints-<br />We’d like to clarify that our company does not want rowers to disregard proper rowing technique when using an erg nor does the Shox-Box system promote rowing poorly. Even with proper form, harsh downward forces (8-25 pounds per stroke on an erg) are still placed on the body at the catch and finish which are offloaded by the Shox-Box. This effect is cumulative so that the more you row, the more benefit you will receive from using the Shox-Box by avoiding these repetitive stresses. Shox-Box customer, rower, and Powerhouse Fitness gym owner, Jack Nunn, who always teaches proper rowing technique, just had this say about the Shox-Box: “I really can't thank you enough and it has really helped me get stronger on the erg along with less stress on the back :) I can teach a million classes without being sore. It's awesome!!!”<br /><br />There are also many people that do not have strong cores and strong backs (etc.) that need a way to strengthen and comfort while training, although they use proper form. Plus, for people that have pre-existing conditions, pain can be exacerbated by these downward forces and the rigidity of the rowing machine (unlike a buoyant boat) although they use proper rowing technique.<br /><br />3. Enhanced strength training-<br />In addition to increasing the engagement of the core with the Shox-Box system, the Shox-Boxes can be used to work specific muscle groups and vary erg workouts. If you use the rear box only, the workout is focused on increasing leg strength. If you use the front box only, the workout can be focused on hips and hip flexors.<br /><br />Did you know that the Shox-Box system can be used on the C2 slides? Flywheel Fitness – thanks for taking the time to evaluate and review our Shox-Box products. We’d like to take the opportunity to respond to your feedback.

1. Technique Improvement–
There are specific parts of rowing technique that can be focused on and improved using the Shox-Box system that are not necessarily addressed by the Core Perform or C2 Slides: (A.) Rushing the slide (B.) Dipping at the catch (C.) Uneven foot pressure (D.) Roughness at the catch and the finish (E.) Sense of balance engaging key muscle groups i.e. core & obliques.

For experienced rowers, what we have found is that the real benefit of the Shox-Box system is found in the last third of an erg workout when fatigue sets in and technique starts to suffer. The Shox-Box provides feedback on the declining form and reminds rowers to focus on elements of their technique.

As for the “very little lateral movement” and lack of adjustability of the Shox-Box system for a lightweight rower, we are currently designing a softer, less stable system to benefit lightweight rowers and to increase the challenge for more experienced rowers. We’d love to hear what you think of this idea.

2. Relieves Discs & Joints-
We’d like to clarify that our company does not want rowers to disregard proper rowing technique when using an erg nor does the Shox-Box system promote rowing poorly. Even with proper form, harsh downward forces (8-25 pounds per stroke on an erg) are still placed on the body at the catch and finish which are offloaded by the Shox-Box. This effect is cumulative so that the more you row, the more benefit you will receive from using the Shox-Box by avoiding these repetitive stresses. Shox-Box customer, rower, and Powerhouse Fitness gym owner, Jack Nunn, who always teaches proper rowing technique, just had this say about the Shox-Box: “I really can't thank you enough and it has really helped me get stronger on the erg along with less stress on the back :) I can teach a million classes without being sore. It's awesome!!!”

There are also many people that do not have strong cores and strong backs (etc.) that need a way to strengthen and comfort while training, although they use proper form. Plus, for people that have pre-existing conditions, pain can be exacerbated by these downward forces and the rigidity of the rowing machine (unlike a buoyant boat) although they use proper rowing technique.

3. Enhanced strength training-
In addition to increasing the engagement of the core with the Shox-Box system, the Shox-Boxes can be used to work specific muscle groups and vary erg workouts. If you use the rear box only, the workout is focused on increasing leg strength. If you use the front box only, the workout can be focused on hips and hip flexors.

Did you know that the Shox-Box system can be used on the C2 slides?

]]> Comment on It’s All About the Recovery by Flywheel Fitness http://flywheelfit.com/2011/02/its-all-about-the-recovery/#comment-50 Flywheel Fitness Thu, 17 Feb 2011 18:31:36 +0000 http://flywheelfit.com/2011/02/16/its-all-about-the-recovery/#comment-50 Thanks! I fixed the link - twitter list of leading coaches. Should be working now... Thanks! I fixed the link – twitter list of leading coaches. Should be working now…

]]> Comment on It’s All About the Recovery by bupperoni http://flywheelfit.com/2011/02/its-all-about-the-recovery/#comment-49 bupperoni Thu, 17 Feb 2011 14:03:16 +0000 http://flywheelfit.com/2011/02/16/its-all-about-the-recovery/#comment-49 Great information, thanks. The "coaches" link above is not working... I think? Great information, thanks. The "coaches" link above is not working… I think?

]]> Comment on It’s All About the Recovery by coachvalois http://flywheelfit.com/2011/02/its-all-about-the-recovery/#comment-48 coachvalois Wed, 16 Feb 2011 21:51:18 +0000 http://flywheelfit.com/2011/02/16/its-all-about-the-recovery/#comment-48 This is a great post!<br />And, thanks for the shout out! :) I had just never thought of it that way... even if we race at a 2:1 ratio (since many of us can't maintain 3:1 at SR32+) that's still 1000m of the race that we aren't actually pushing. It blew my mind. <br />I guess that's all to say... I agree. It's the most important part, for many reasons. <br /><br />Great drills, too!<br /><br />-andrearows :) This is a great post!
And, thanks for the shout out! :) I had just never thought of it that way… even if we race at a 2:1 ratio (since many of us can't maintain 3:1 at SR32+) that's still 1000m of the race that we aren't actually pushing. It blew my mind.
I guess that's all to say… I agree. It's the most important part, for many reasons.

Great drills, too!

-andrearows :)

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