5 essential add-ons
Get more from your time on the Skillrow’s virtual water with these useful fitness extras, from handy headphones to comfy clothing
1 Suunto Smart Sensor
How hard are you really working? How hard should you be working? Some coaches swear by heart rate (HR) data as the most accurate gauge of athletic effort, but also of general health, to help avoid overtraining or a low immune system. Suunto’s comfortable option works in the swimming pool, too. £65, suunto.com
2 Opt oma Nuforce BE Sport3
Get in the zone with the help of Meatloaf in your lugs and listen to clear video instructions via these premium wireless sports earphones, boasting sound isolation, 8-10 hours of battery, and astounding audio quality. Importantly, they’re also a secure but perfectly comfortable fit. £80, optoma.co.uk
3 inov-8 AT/C Tri Blend Tee Transiti on
Perfect for training or socialising, this innovative Tri Blend yarn (cotton/polyester/ rayon) has a pleasing natural cotton feel, plus the benefits of technical material. The durable, super-soft fabric wicks away moisture and retains shape as you train. £30, inov-8.com
4 Skillrow Professi onal Ap
Stay motivated by joining a Skillrow class via Technogym’s Unity Self Skillrow app, and row as part of a virtual crew, following a set pace with monitored biometrics. Add in the Unity Self kiosk, and trainers can create races between crews, monitor individual and class performance. £On request, technogym.com
5 inov-8 F-Lite 260 Knit
Hugely popular in CrossFit, British grip specialists inov- 8 have come up trumps with the F- Lite 260 Knit, which combines a minimalist design that promotes natural movement, a highly breathable upper and unbelievable underfoot traction. Feel comfortable and supported, but fast and agile. An ideal all-rounder. £135, inov-8.com