Rowing Machine Review

If you're serious about getting in shape a rowing machine is a real good investment. A rowing machine works all of the main muscles in the body - including the back, legs, arms, abdominals, and buttocks - and give you great workouts. It's an excellent way to tone up your muscles and improve cardiovascular fitness. Furthermore it's a fast and efficient way to lose weight. Rowing is also one of the best exercises for building a strong back. If used correctly rowing machines are gentle to the body and are often used by rehabilitative centers.

In this rowing machine review we will take a look at the different types and brands of popular rowing machines available today.

There are four main types of rowing machines based on what mechanism is used for the resistance applied in response to the user's strokes. They are the hydraulic (usually called compact rowing machines) , the water, the air and the magnetic resistance rowing machines. Each type has significant features and benefits. There are also rowing machines that combine several resistance mechanics.

Most rowing machines have some kind of multi-function monitor that helps to keep you motivated and informed during your workout. Usually you can keep track of distance rowed, calories used, speed, time, number of strokes and strokes per minute.

The various types of rowing machines are described in more detail below...

Compact Rowing Machine
This class of rowing machine uses pistons, similar to vehicle shocks. Popular brands are Kettler, Stamina, LifeSpan and HCI.

Water Rowing Machine
This rowing machine has a water tank where a flywheel levers the water around when the user rows. Popular brands are ProRower, WaterRower, Stamina, Tunturi, FirstDegree and Beny.

Air Rowing Machine
Here's a kind of rowing machine that get their resistance from a fan-like flywheel mechanism. Popular brands are Stamina, Schwinn, BodyCraft and Reebok.

Magnetic Rowing Machine
This class of rowing machine uses electromagnets that engage a mechanical brake with the flywheel. Popular brands are York, Concept2, Pro Style and LifeSpan.