Rowing/Stationary Rowing Machine Exercise Shortcut

[Donnaj415]

Considering most of the important cardio equipment is represented in the Exercise list, I think it's more than justifiable to add a stationary rowing machine to the list. Almost every gym in America contains at least one or more Concept 2 rower as it is a total body and low impact method of Cardio. It's one of my favorites and I'm sure I am not the only user that is a bit disappointed that is not represented.

Moderator edit: Edited title for clarity and added labels.

[Marky_p]

I would love to see a new exercise shortcut for rowing. 

[LizzyFitbit]

Hi @Marky_p. Thanks for sharing that you'd like to have "Rowing" as an exercise shortcut with us! I've moved it into a similar suggestion which has been updated as "Under Consideration". You can check this other suggestion here. Keep adding your suggestions!

[mjfg]

Please add rowing machine to the exercise shortcuts! It's been almost 5 years since the first request was posted... It will help me to use my rower if my watch has a shortcut to keep track of it and credit me for it.

[Robmacknz]

There seems to be an exercise shortcut for everything but stationery rowing. Even golf. Golf! 

[LizzyFitbit]

Hi @Robmacknz. Thanks for explaining why you'd like to have stationary rowing machine as part of the exercise shortcuts with us! I've moved it into a similar suggestion which has been updated as "Under Consideration". You can check this other suggestion here. Keep adding your suggestions!

[David_D_USN]

Liszt,

How long has rowing been “under consideration?”

David

[vegasj]

5 years at least. It'll never get added. I think the mods/help are just
trolling rowers at this point.

[SunsetRunner]

Ok everyone. I am going to post on Twitter at fitbit and Fitbit support.
Please retweet and like the post. Maybe we can get thier attention on
social media. I think this is how it's done now. They dont seem to pay any
attention here.

Look for #FitbitRowing on Twitter.

[Mrsfitnes]

OK. Let’s just cut to the chase!!!!

I Doubt this will ever be posted!  
 
Wanted to let Fitbit know, they hsve been put on notice!
 
Fitbit users are not stupid

Fitbit will never add Rowing App...want to know why?
 
They are making too much money from  Concept 2 Rower!
 
Take a look for yourselves ....  Concept 2 ERG data syncs with Fitbit!
 
So why would they want to rob from their pockets, lined by Concept 2; to satisfy their Fitbit user

 
Doesn’t take a rocket scientist to figure this out

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[McMac1]

While Concept II ergometer are obviously vey popular, there are other machines out there. I use a very similar machine, Lifecore.
Let’s move this along. It shouldn’t be this hard to use a stationary rower with Fitbit.

Matt

[AndrewJolly]

How does a concept 2 synch with a Fitbit?

[Mrsfitnes]

I have an iPhone. Go to the App Store. You can Find the Erg Data there
and download it. This app syncs with my Fitbit Ionic If you have the
Concept 2 Indoor Performance Monitor the PM5 it is their best monitor
yet. PM5 provides reliable, comparable data that will take your training
to the next level.
ErgDataErgData is a free application designed to run on iOS and Android
devices connected to a Performance Monitor. Please check the requirements
for iOS
and Android
for
information on how to connect your device. Once connected, ErgData provides
additional performance statistics, stores and displays your workout
results, and uploads your results to the Concept2 Online Logbook
. It also offers the enhanced visibility of abacklit display.

[Mrsfitnes]

I totally agree

[SDNewbie]

Thanks much!

Sent from Mail for Windows 10

[Rooboy1984]

I use a stamina orbital rower and I'm getting in great shape. It's just too bad my watch doesn't know what I'm doing. Maybe Google will have it figured it out after they take control from the merger 🙂

[Mrsfitnes]

Decided Fitbit would not add rowing! I purchased an Apple Watch! NO more
hassle, apple has a ROWING tracker

[imgt]

For what it's worth I vote for a rowing tab

[Mrsfitnes]

I do to... I think it is assassin for Fitbit to be so “HEELS DUG IN” so to
speak, and refuse to add the rowing app.
I still say it has to do with the kickbacks they receive from *“Strava” and
the fact that Google has now acquired FITBIT,* they feels theRe is no
reason to add rowing...
It is just PURE GREED. THEY HAVE so many other fitness activities that
most likely carry very few followers.
BUT “ROWING” ONE OF THE MAIN EVENTS IN THE “REBOK FITNESS CHALLENGE“.
..... HMMM and Fitbit does not feel that ROWING is an exercise worth
having!
Makes me very angry that they can deny so many requests.... Perhaps we need
to start a PETITION!

[athiker80]

To All,

     I was the person who appx. 5 years? ago prompted this discussion.
Since that time 100's of people have voiced their opinions,
frustrations, and disqust with FITBIT. I have my FITBIT linked to my
Concept 2 and am happy with the info. I add my time/meters to my
Concept2 logbook and it links effortlessly to my FITBIT app. Most gyms
of any calibar have a Concept 2. The rower, bike, and skier are used at
most Crossfit Boxes and during competition. I'm pretty sure all of our
posts have fallen on deaf ears.

Sincerely,

Rick Hancock

[Slmac24]

I love my Versa 2. I would love to see Rowing machine as an option on the exercise tabs. I use the rowing machine at my gym at least once a week and would like to be able to track my sessions on the Versa 2.  Thanks for your consideration. 

[YojanaFitbit]

Hi @Slmac24, thanks for explaining why you would like to have this option. I've moved it into a similar suggestion which has been updated as "Under Consideration". You can learn more about here. Keep adding your suggestions!

[Melly2022]

Well sorry Fitbit the amount I paid versus the available fitness tracking abilities just didn't cut it. Paid the extra $100 got the Samsung watch which does have rowing machine capabilities plus also significantly more in depth fitness tracking abilities. And day to day functions (texts, emails, calls, simple set up of Spotify Bluetooth to my wireless headphones unlike versa). 😕 I tried to love the versa and versa2 but it just wasn't enough for me. 

 

[Melly2022]

Totally feel the same way for my galaxy watch.... Versa 2 is newer and
still inferior..

[mjfg]

I have pelvic stability issues, and the stationary rower is the only exercise that won't exacerbate it. I use a waterower brand, but I just want a rower workout on the apps!

[billkeene01]

This has got to happen! Please..