One of the most beneficial activities you can do at the gym is the rowing machine. This activity is provides the body and muscles with a great workout and increases your body's stamina for other activities. If you want to know some great benefits of the rowing machine and why you need to start doing this activity, continue reading.
Upper Body & Back Benefits
By using the rowing machine, you are giving your upper body a great workout. The pulling motions strengthens and tones the upper body muscles. It incorporates your triceps, deltoids, pecs, back muscles, while including some abs. It also shapes your back as well. If you are looking to shape this part of your body, then this exercise is perfect for you. It takes care of that unwanted back fat. Back fat is not only contributed to eating habits, but hormonal problems as well, which also affect your metabolism. The rowing machine can help you shed back fat and even improve your metabolism.
Cardiovascular Benefits
Did you know that the rowing machine was great for your heart muscles as well as the upper body? This machine can be used as a form of cardio. By doing about 30 minutes, you can increase stamina and overall strength. It accelerates the heart rate at a moderate intensity. As a healthy adult, you should experience an accelerated heart rate through exercise at least 5 times per week for about 30 minutes at a moderate level. At a more vigorous intensity, it should be at 20 minutes 3 times per week. If your machine doesn't have a heart rate monitor connected to it, is wise to invest in a small monitor that you can carry with you while you are at the gym. It is important to track your heart rate to stay safe and prevent from over doing it. iTouch Wearables also includes a heart monitor feature within their smartwatch products.
Low Impact On The Body
As stated previously, rowing is great cardio. What was not mentioned though is that it is low impact for the body, as opposed to running on a treadmill. The treadmill can cause many injuries, one being shin splints. If you are someone who suffers from joint pain or who had a joint-related injury, this machine is beneficial for you. With the rowing machine, you can receive a cardio workout while preserving your ankles, knees, and hips. Sprinting on this machine is a good way to increase endurance and even speed up.
Rowing Workout
This fast and easy workout can help your entire body. While completing this exercise, just be sure to keep your heart rate monitor going and follow the steps.
Warm Up - 10 min easy row
Level 1 - 30 second sprint, 30 second rest, 2 minute air squats
* Repeat 5 times
Level 2 - 30 second sprint at best effort, 30 second rest, 2 minute push ups
* Repeat 5 rounds
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