rowing

There are a large number of people who prefer  to do workout at their  home rather than going to a gym or fitness club. To be able to do workout conveniently at any point of time many people have got their home equipped with a gym. There  are various fitness equipments available in the market today. There are a number of options available to choose from .Some people prefer buying  the traditional treadmill while some go for elliptical trainers, elliptical machines or cross trainers. However the rowing machine is the most preferable choice especially at home since it occupies less space than the other exercise machines. Moreover it is comparatively lesser in cost than  a elliptical or cross trainer and a treadmill.

What is a rowing machine?

Rowing machine is a device intended to simulate the paddle boats. Rowing as the name suggests is similar to rowing a boat without involving water. A rowing machine usually consist of a flywheel, a handle ,a seat  and a footrest. The rowing machine works on the same principle as the exercise of actual  rowing, that is to row with both hands and  pushing with both feet in a rhythmic way . The timing of these movements is important to reproduce proper movement of real rowing.

A rowing exercise is considered to be a perfect combination of a cardiovascular exercise and strength exercise. Rowing machines are the perfect fitness equipment both for loosing weight, improve stamina, burn calories and as well to rehabilitate muscles, ligaments and joints after an injury. It also helps to increase the endurance level of the body .

But what makes rowing on the rowing machine a better choice over other exercises like walking, jogging ,weight lifting , running ,etc. Rowing offers total body workout targeting all major muscle groups like legs, arms, back, abdominal, and buttocks. At the same level of exertion rowing offers more calorie burn than cycling or running. Also rowing is impact free putting no strain on the joints unlike a treadmill.