Rowing Machine

What i have found out...

Cardiovascular benefits

1. Endurance
2. Rhythm

Support muscles

1. Triceps
2. Upper back
3. Legs

What's so good about rowing machines then? Simple. A session on a rowing machine is probably the best workout you can get. One major attraction of rowing machines is that the exercise doesn't involve any impact on joints, such as running for example.

Of course, most of us are aiming for a nice toned body. How do rowing machines score on this front? Top marks all round! Rowing machines are one of the few pieces of gym equipment that exercise practically every single muscle group you have. What is more, you can easily control how much you want to work each muscle. Working on developing your upper body strength? No problem - don't use your legs so much and let your arms work more. Similarly, if you're working on your legs, keep your arms still and let your legs power the rower.

The aerobic exercise made possible by rowing machines is simply unbeatable. As far as non-impact exercise goes, only swimming comes close, and that requires real perfection of technique (breathing underwater is, problematic!) for you to feel the benefit on the same level.

If you're interested in building and toning your muscles, simply set your rowing machine up for grater resistance. Reduce the number of strokes per session and work your muscles with greater intensity.

One final word... Rowing machines can be great for strengthening your back and core-strength in general! However, if you have back problems, then you should consult a physician before you start rowing, or any exercise plan for that matter, to avoid making things worse