Jumping on a rowing machine at your local gym can really make a splash in your workout.
Rowing generally utilizes your arms, back, abdominals and thighs resulting in a great kill a few birds with one stone kind of machine. In fact, the movements of rowing have been said to mimic several other popular gym machines.
Rowing can also be a great aerobic working, counting as your recommended 30 minutes a day by the American Heart Association. It’s a great alternative to typical workouts and most machines are fairly comfortable considering rowing is completed in a sitting position, utilizing as much strength as you determine necessary.
Also, rowing is a great transitional workout during the warm and cool seasons. Kayaking on open water can be very relaxing, and many public waterfront parks offer inexpensive boat rentals. Strengthening your back and arms with a stationary rowing machine will better prepare you when on the water.
Women looking to build lean muscle can also turn to rowing. Properly using several muscle groups effectively, creates a leaner muscle over a bulky look. Rowing is a great endurance builder as well. Increasing time spent on a rowing machine and you may find you’re able to keep up on your other machines longer as well!
