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Project Alexandria Week One: The Lowdown on Lactate Testing

Written by Concept2 NZ on November 29th, 2017.

Team Concept2 NZ's training for the World Indoor Rowing Championships is underway! What is a lactate test and why did Alistair and Leah do one? Read on to find out!

The Concept2 Pop Up Shop Rowing Season Schedule

Written by L Lassche on November 23rd, 2017.

Here at Concept2 we love getting out to the racing! Check out the regattas we will be bringing our pop-up shop to this season!

Introducing Asensei

Written by L Lassche on November 15th, 2017.

Meet Asensei, a brand new app delivering an expert coaching solution to every athlete, team, gym and user of the Concept 2 indoor rower, accessible anywhere, anytime!

Summer Workout Series: Feel Energized for Summer with New Workouts Every Monday!

Written by L Lassche on November 13th, 2017.

After a long winter of short days and cold, wet weather, the summer transition can come as a bit of a shock for our bodies. That’s where the summer workout series comes in! 

5 Sports That You Can Improve by Cross-Training on the SkiErg

Written by L Lassche on November 6th, 2017.

The skiing motion mirrored on the SkiErg, is an excellent test of endurance and all-over body strength, and can be manipulated to value various different styles of exercise.We take a look at five (of many!) different sports that can benefit from cross training on the SkiErg…

5 Top Training Foods to Boost Your Workout Results!

Written by L Lassche on October 31st, 2017.

Whether you are exercising to lose weight, gain muscle, train for sport, or simply maintain a healthy active lifestyle; what you eat plays a huge role in your success, sustainability, and energy levels.

THIS WEEKEND: 2017 New Zealand Fitness and Health Expo

Written by L Lassche on October 24th, 2017.

We can't wait to see you at this year's Fitness and Health Expo this weekend, and we're pulling out all the stops! Read on to see what we have in store...

5 Fitness Barriers Busted!

Written by L Lassche on October 17th, 2017.

What’s stopping you from reaching your fitness goals? We break down five common fitness barriers to help you get back on track!

Heard of HIIT?

Written by L Lassche on October 7th, 2017.

How High Intensity Interval Training can help you get the gains you are striving for.

STARTING SOON: NZ's Sunday A-Finals at the World Rowing Champs (Monday NZT)

Written by L Lassche on October 1st, 2017.

Everything you need to follow the day of racing of the 2017 World Rowing Championships.

STARTING SOON: NZ's Saturday A-Finals at the World Rowing Champs (Sunday NZT)

Written by L Lassche on September 30th, 2017.

Everything you need to follow the racing, including: race start times (NZT), finals qualifiers, lane draws, and the Kiwi's in the boats!

Exercise Injuries: How to get back to doing what you love

Written by L Lassche on September 28th, 2017.

There are no magic fixes for injuries, but taking care to treat and manage your exercise injury properly can accelerate the recovery process.

The Kiwi Fan’s Guide to Watching the 2017 World Rowing Championships

Written by Leah Lassche on September 22nd, 2017.

With just 3 days to go until the start of the 2017 World Rowing Championships we bring you a run through of events featuring your New Zealand crews, so you have all the insights you need to get in the zone and cheer on the Kiwi’s as they take on World Rowing’s pinnacle event of the year.

5 Reasons the Indoor Rower Is Your Key to Fitness Success

Written by Leah Lassche on September 15th, 2017.

Whether you are looking to tone up, lose weight, or strive for sporting prowess, the Concept2 Indoor Rower has what you need to succeed. 

ENTER NOW: Indoor Rowing Event in support of a living piece of Christchurch History

Written by Leah Lassche on September 11th, 2017.

An event catering to athletes of all ages and abilities, in support of a living piece of Christchurch history; the Proskiff Indoor Rowing Championships is not to be missed!