For anyone who uses the rowing machine at a gym, or has always wanted to but never had a good enough reason, have a look at this:

http://www.concept2.co.uk/challengeseries/

Basically, there's a monthly challenge each month from September to March; complete all seven rounds and you get a free t-shirt.

I did it last year and have the t-shirt to prove it. But I fancy another one...

First attempt at September's 4 minute challene - 1119m. Not a great distance for me; I managed 1131m last year.

But, according to this page, it does place me in the 'above average' category. Just.