The rowing machine - This is how you train strength and endurance!
Lately, rowing has become much more popular, and the rowing season is still ongoing. Despite the increasing popularity of rowing, the same cannot be said for rowing machines. To stay fit, people are increasingly opting for cross trainers or exercise bikes. However, to lose weight and get stronger, the rowing machine is more effective than you might think, as long as you train correctly.
Rowing Machine and Weight Loss
When training on a rowing machine, you use a lot of muscles, which means you burn many calories with this device. All your leg and arm muscles are engaged. You also train part of your abs, back, and shoulders. Note: the harder and more intensely you train, the more muscles are stimulated. However, we advise you, as a beginner, to set the resistance as low as possible and ensure that you perform the exercise with good technique. This way, you prevent physical complaints.
Because you, as a beginner, have a higher heart rate, you won't immediately lose weight effectively. The more often you train, the faster your heart rate will drop, and the longer you can sustain it. After some time of training, you will notice that your body becomes firmer and you become fitter.
Using the Rowing Machine
Below is the technique that beginners should best perform:
The Stroke:
- Ensure you sit upright;
- Ensure you extend your legs (not fully);
- Lean slightly back with your back;
- Grip the handle with straight wrists;
- Now pull the cable towards your diaphragm.
The Recovery:
- Ensure you extend your arms;
- Lean slightly forward;
- Ensure you bend your knees.
Make sure you can perform the movement smoothly. If you can do this, you are training correctly. As an example, we have also created a video for you.
Purchasing a Rowing Machine
If you are going to buy a rowing machine, you need to know what your goals are; getting fitter, stronger, or losing weight? It also depends on how often you will use the rowing machine. For advice, it's best to visit one of our stores. You can also test which rowing machine suits you best here!
If you don't have time or live too far away, visit fitwinkel.nl, where you will find a wide range of rowing machines. You can ask our customer service for advice; they will be happy to help you make the right choice!
Rowing against Back Pain
If you suffer from back pain, go rowing! The clean and smooth movement is much better for your back than the 'shocks' you feel while training on the treadmill. Rowing also strengthens your deep back muscles, so you will experience fewer back problems in the long run.
