The new year is upon us, which means it's time to confront that dirty word: resolutions. Do you love the chance to start fresh? Or does the new year carry baggage of years past?
For those of you who struggle with resolutions, especially fitness-related ones, we get it. Starting a routine is one challenge, and sticking with it is another.
If you're considering a fitness resolution in 2025, read below for our tips on setting yourself up for success.
TECH TIP PLAYLIST
Everyone can use a refresher on form. Above, check out the first video on our Tech Tip playlist, a series of 16 videos that guide you on various rowing techniques and stretches.
Determine the number of days per week you'd like to exercise, then take a look at your weekly schedule. Are mornings better than evenings? Afternoons ideal? Pencil the workout into your calendar. Then, set up a weekly goal on your rower's touchscreen. We'll track your progress and send weekly reminders to help keep you on track.
Pay attention to your what your body needs. If you live in an area with seasonal climate swings, keep tabs on how your body responds to these changes. For those days when you’re feeling less spry than others, check out this blog post for a breakdown of the best mobility exercises you can do before or after rowing: Pre-and Post-Rowing Stretches.
You can find more tips like this in the Training Center section on your rower, too.
START A PUSH PROGRAM
Members who join a Push Program row 2x as much as members who don’t. We’ve compiled a list of recommendations ranging from building a foundation, to increasing endurance, to increasing speed. Check out our picks here: Push Program Recommendations.
HEART YOUR FAVORITE WORKOUTS
Love a workout you just completed? Click the heart icon in the top right-hand corner of the workout card to save that card to "Your Library". Then, simply tap into Your Library on your rower's home screen to access the workout again and again.
PLAN ROWS ON THE GO WITH THE ERGATTA MOBILE APP
With the Ergatta mobile app, you can explore workouts and favorite them to Your Library, even when you’re on the go. Just head into the workout library, use the filters to find workouts that match your preferences, then heart them for later.
Join the Ergatta Facebook community to meet your fellow rowers, to get a motivation boost, and to find answers to all of your Ergatta questions.
FIND RIVALS
Add new Rivals to spice up Competitive Workouts. Races and Vortex workouts are even more fun when you know who you’re beating! Not familiar with Rivals? Fear not: All About Rivals.
Resolutions can be a challenge, but they shouldn't feel impossible! If you find success with these tips, or any have any tips of your own to share, let us hear it in the Ergatta community.
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I’m new to indoor rowing (as a regular kayaker) and have really been enjoying the realistic feel and motion of my E-Luxe’s design. This is the only product I’ve tried that feels like an actual boat and not a big piece of gym equipment. The excellent starter vids have helped greatly with instructing good form and stepping through personalized rowing splits/targets. Love the full-body workout this provides. From free rows to fun games, challenging to casual, I’m just a few weeks in and am already making progress.
High quality construction and the machine looks great, not an eyesore like most equipment. The training programs are fantastic n and challenging. Great product.
Definitely one of the best purchases I've made in recent years. I went with the Lite. Easy to assemble, looks great, and smooth rowing action. I'm in a small apartment and this functions in that space and looks great doing it. I am no workout junkie but look forward to getting on the Ergatta. I love the swooshing sound of the water, and the variety of games and different workouts offered. It's definitely worth the membership. The games give you focus and lead you to a productive workout, and yes make it fun at the same time. Highly recommend!
It's not even a workout when you play the games, but you end your session all sweaty! I hate working out, and this rower and the programs make it so easy! I recommend this to anyone looking for a fun alternative to the daily workout routine.
