3 reasons why rowing is better than any other workout
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There are plenty of ways to become active at home, from neighborhood walks to streaming a HIIT class on your laptop. However, none are as efficient (or as fun) as rowing.
You’ve probably heard of rowing — a sport also called crew. Essentially, it involves racing boats using attached oars. It’s an intense cardio and strength workout using the entire body. However, with the Hydrow Rower, you can mimic the same movements at home.
Admittedly, rowing at home while staring at a wall may not sound like fun. However, the Hydrow Rower comes with a sleek 22-inch touchscreen, creating an immersive rowing experience. You’ll feel like you’re actually rowing on the water with its live and on-demand interactive workouts. Not to mention, it also takes you virtually through beautiful, scenic waterways.
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Rowing is arguably better than other cardio workouts like running and cycling. If you’ve never tried it, it’s worth a shot. Take a look below at the top three reasons why rowing is so great — and why you should give it a try ASAP.
1. Rowing provides a lower impact on your joints.
Don’t let bad knees hold you back! One of the major benefits rowing has over other exercises is that the movement provides a lower impact on the joints, especially compared to running and jumping.
Chris Dempers, a physiologist at the Cleveland Clinic, said in an article for the medical center, “Because it’s a resistance exercise done in a seated position, you’re not putting as much wear and tear on your back and knees.”
However, don’t think that because it’s a low-impact exercise that it’s easy. You can row at a low or high intensity, depending on how fast you want to go and for how long.
2. Rowing is a full-body workout and more time-efficient.
Rowing is a combined cardio and strength training workout that, according to Hydrow, engages 86% of your muscles. That’s nearly double the muscles used for cycling or running! It works your legs, back, arms and core muscles. Therefore, rowing can burn a lot of calories at once, and you’ll get the added “afterburn effect” that helps you continue burning calories after your workout is done.
With that in mind, you don’t necessarily need to do a long workout to reap the benefits. In fact, Hydrow workouts are easy to integrate into your daily routine. Its classes range from 10–20 minutes, and you can do one or a few to build the perfect workout for you.
3. Rowing is great for all fitness levels.
Anyone can learn to row, no matter their fitness level or wellness goals. In fact, thanks to Hydrow’s incredible instructors, you can learn to row in 10 minutes or less.
Additionally, beginners can start slow, at a lower intensity and work their way up. They can also do a short 10-minute workout and combine it with any of Hydrow’s “On The Mat” classes, including yoga, pilates, strength workouts and more.
All in all, rowing is one of the best cardio and strength training workouts you can do. And thanks to Hydrow, you can do it from the comfort of your home.
If you liked this article, check out the three reasons why rowing is great for beginners.
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