Rowing machines, also known as ergometers, use for workout in both your upper and lower body. This equipment helps in strengthen your muscles and improves your endurance. Benefits of having rowing machine workouts are:

Helps in total body workout

We pretty assumed that rowing exercise only works in arms but in reality, rowing is a full-body workout. According to research, the rowing stroke consists of 65–75% leg work and 25–35% upper body work. The major muscle groups it targets are your quadriceps, glutes and calves. They are also known for strengthen your upper body muscles, including your arms, pecs, abdominal muscles and obliques. Leg muscles are primarily engaged when pushing off the foot stretcher.

Low Impact

Rowing machines helps you to burn more calories without putting much added stress on your joints. It allows us to control the movement and pace and is a great workout for active recovery. It’s recommended as an exercise option for people with early stages of osteoarthritis but not recommended for high impact exercises such as running.

Good for Heart and Lungs

Rowing machines gym as a cardio workout helps to strengthen your cardiovascular system, which includes your blood, blood vessels, and heart. This system is responsible for transporting important materials, such as oxygen and nutrients, throughout your body. Since rowing is an intense workout, your heart has to work hard so it can transport more blood to your body. This helps to improve heart strength. It may be beneficial for those who could be at risk for heart problems.

Power and Endurance

Rowing’s combination of cardio and strengthening will help build both power and endurance. Power is the ability to apply maximum force in a very short amount of time like jumping or hitting a punching bag. If you row correctly, you can use your leg muscles to move your body back and your arm muscles which requires power. Endurance is the ability of your body to sustain an activity like rowing for an extended period of time. Rowing workouts balance both forms of endurance such as cardiovascular and muscular.

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