{"id":253643,"date":"2020-12-14T12:34:15","date_gmt":"2020-12-14T12:34:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bluefinfitness.com\/?p=253643"},"modified":"2021-01-01T17:25:55","modified_gmt":"2021-01-01T17:25:55","slug":"top-7-rowing-machine-benefits","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/last.bluefinfitness.com\/us\/top-7-rowing-machine-benefits\/","title":{"rendered":"Top 7 Rowing Machine Benefits"},"content":{"rendered":"\r\n

Here at Bluefin, we feel rowing machine benefits don\u2019t get enough love. And we want to change that – pronto!\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

While often taking a backseat to machines like treadmills and ellipticals, rowing machines<\/a> offer a huge range of amazing <\/em>fitness benefits. Many of which would be impossible to experience with anything else\u2026<\/p>\r\n

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So, if you\u2019ve never checked out the power of a rowing machine before, now\u2019s your chance to learn all you need to know. 2020 has been a strange and challenging year for all of us, and a rowing machine could take your fitness journey to a whole new level.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n

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And let\u2019s face it, there\u2019s never been a more important time to keep fit and healthy. Right?\u00a0<\/p>\r\n

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1. High intensity, low impact<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n

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If you struggle with joint pain (especially during exercises like running), a rowing machine could be a total game-changer for your fitness goals.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n

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The motion of rowing is a naturally low-impact exercise – similar to a spin bike. Your joints will experience minimal pressure as a result, without<\/em> sacrificing intensity or calorie-burning effectiveness.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n

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And if you experience knee problems, a rowing machine could help strengthen and condition your knees<\/a>. However, if you\u2019re recovering from surgery, always consult a medical professional before undergoing any physical exercise.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n

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2. Full body workout<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n

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Did you know that rowing has the power to target 85% of your body\u2019s muscles? As one of the best<\/em> rowing machine benefits out there, you can achieve a truly unique full body workout.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n

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All major muscles in your core, back, legs, and arms must activate to achieve a proper rowing motion. You\u2019ll work virtually all areas of your body, burn serious calories, AND strengthen your muscles.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n

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You wouldn\u2019t get that on a treadmill\u2026<\/p>\r\n

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3. Weight Loss<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n

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With a rowing machine able to burn around 600 calories an hour (on average), that\u2019s better than most other home workout machines available.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n

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We all know how important it is to burn calories<\/a> if weight loss is your main goal. And with regular sessions on a rowing machine, you\u2019ll get there faster.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n

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4. Easy to use<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n

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Many people wrongly assume a rowing machine is complicated to use. But it couldn\u2019t be easier!\u00a0<\/p>\r\n

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Developing a proper rowing technique is super simple once you\u2019ve got the basics right. All professional rowers<\/a> will have stirrups for keeping your feet secure, and you should begin with your shins at a 90 degree angle to the floor (or as close as you can get to 90!).\u00a0<\/p>\r\n

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Get a secure and comfortable grip on the handlebars, and use your legs to push your body backwards to row smoothly. Keep your core engaged and your back straight, and you\u2019re rowing like a pro.<\/p>\r\n

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5. Improves posture<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n

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Rowing isn\u2019t just awesome for toning muscle and burning calories. When done correctly, rowing can work wonders for your posture – especially if you spend hours hunched over a desk all day.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n

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You should always keep your back as straight as possible. This immediately puts your body upright when pulling back, helping improve natural posture in the long-run.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n

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6. Super versatile<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n

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Whether you\u2019re into HIIT or steady cardio, a rower can help you achieve both. You can easily customise your rowing machine workouts to suit your exact goals!<\/p>\r\n

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For high intensity bursts and the ultimate<\/em> fat burn, increase resistance and row with as much strength and speed as you can for short amounts of time. And for steady state cardio (ideal if building endurance is your goal), simply keep at the same resistance and pace for longer.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n

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7. Perfect for beginners<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n

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Even though most fitness beginners might be wary of using a rower, it\u2019s actually the perfect <\/em>choice.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n

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A rowing machine\u2019s ability to work the entire body means beginners are a lot more likely to see results faster. Just 10-20 minutes a day can make a big difference, and seeing results is the ultimate motivation booster – especially as a newcomer to fitness.<\/p>\r\n

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So, if you\u2019ve always avoided rowers in favour of other machines, think again! Rowing machine benefits offer so many brilliant advantages other<\/em> than fitness, from knee rehabilitation to low impact training.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n

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And rowing machines aren\u2019t the only options for low impact exercise. If you\u2019re looking to expand your fitness routine, or simply learn more about your options, check out our guide on what to look for in a home spin bike<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n

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Here at Bluefin, we feel rowing machine benefits don\u2019t get enough love. And we want to change that – pronto!\u00a0 While often taking a backseat to machines like treadmills and ellipticals, rowing machines offer a huge range of amazing fitness benefits. Many of which would be impossible to experience with anything else\u2026 So, if you\u2019ve […]\n","protected":false},"author":312,"featured_media":253644,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[3446],"tags":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/last.bluefinfitness.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/253643"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/last.bluefinfitness.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/last.bluefinfitness.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/last.bluefinfitness.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/312"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/last.bluefinfitness.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=253643"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/last.bluefinfitness.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/253643\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/last.bluefinfitness.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/253644"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/last.bluefinfitness.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=253643"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/last.bluefinfitness.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=253643"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/last.bluefinfitness.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=253643"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}