HOW ROWING MACHINES
CAN IMPROVE YOUR FITNESS 

Rowing machines are first-class power-endurance devices. They strengthen mainly the arm, leg and shoulder muscles. Due to the very specific moves when rowing, these muscle groups are stretched to the limit. Thus, with proper training you can observe in a very short time a considerable growth of muscle.

Rowing machines are also perfect for your fitness training. If you consider to buy a rowing machine for a workout, you should note that arm and leg muscles will be highly stressed. Untrained athletes can quickly feel fatigue in these two muscle zones.

WHAT UNTRAINED ATHLETES SHOULD KEEP IN MIND

A training session for the purpose of burnig fat should take at least 45 minutes. For untrained athletes it's recommended to combine the use of a rowing machine with another exercise machine, at least in the beginning of the practising period. As a complement to a bicycle ergometer or a treadmill a rowing machine is a perfect choice. Basically, however, the rowing machine is a good alternative for your intense strength- and weight training.

TWO SYSTEMS OF EXERCISE ROWING

Regarding the course of movement there are two different systems available: The first system works with outriggers. For each hand an oar handle is provided separately. The process simulates real  rowing and demands a good co-ordination of your movements, since the rowing course is specified by yourself.

The second system works with only one linkage which has to be pulled with both hands (eg, Horizon Air Rower Oxford). In practice, this system has some advantages because it makes your body co-ordination easier and more beneficial. You can focus on your training purpose and do not always have to make sure that your two oars are getting in the correct back position more or less simultaneously.