Beginner
Tier S in CardioRowing Machine Steady Row
Rowing Machine
2 exercises
A rowing machine simulates rowing a boat, with a sliding seat, foot straps and a handle linked to air, water or magnetic resistance. Every stroke works your legs, hips, back and arms, making it one of the most complete low-impact cardio workouts.
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Budget
✓Home friendly
Benefits
- Full-body cardio that trains your legs, back, core and arms together.
- Low impact and joint-friendly, yet it can be extremely intense.
- Improves posture by strengthening the upper back and hips.
Beginner advice
Air and water rowers feel the most realistic and get harder the harder you pull, while magnetic rowers are quieter and cheaper. Check the length (often about 2–2.5 m), whether it folds or stands upright for storage, and the rail length if you are tall.
Safety
Drive with your legs first, then lean back, then pull with your arms — keep your back straight and never yank the handle with a rounded spine.
Rowing Machine exercises
2 exercises