If you’ve ever wanted a workout that hits every major muscle group, builds cardio endurance, and is easy on your joints, rowing machines might be your new best friend. I am a longtime personal trainer, and one of the major reasons people become addicted to rowing is that it gives them real results without hurting them.
Consider my client, Marcos. He struggled with knee pain during runs, but when he switched to a rowing regimen using one of the home-friendly rowing machines, he lost 20 pounds in three months, while his joints stayed healthy.
Key Takeaways
- Rowing machines deliver a total-body workout, engaging legs, core, and upper body.
- They give low-intensity cardiovascular exercise and are ideal for those with joint problems.
- It is easy to use them, whether at home or in the gym.
- One should consult the machine type and practice the form.
1. What Are Rowing Machines and Why Do They Work
Rowing machine is a piece of exercise equipment, which is a simulation of boat rowing. You sit down, strap down your feet, then grab a handle and give a silky, powerful pull. This basic arrangement provides a resistance (magnetic, air, water, or hydraulic) that you can customize with stroke force.
