Rowing Machine Advice for Beginners

Rowing machine advice need not be difficult especially for those who’d like to buy an indoor rowing machine for themselves, for the first time.

Buying a rowing machine

As a basic rowing machine advice, don’t spend too much on a machine you’re not willing to use on a regular basis. The usual problem with “exercise machine junkies” is to accumulate too many home exercise machines- but never use them. Eventually, a whole room is devoted to exercise machines that are rendered useless.

Some rowing machines on the market

1. Mr. Motivator Rowing Machine ($180) - the Mr. Motivator Rowing Machine is similar to the smaller machines you’ll find in a regular gym. The company that produces these machines has a drawstring model that tends to be kinder to the feet and legs. These models are quite easy to use as well. The feel is also lower than the rest of the body- which makes sliding forward and backward easier.

2. Delta Manta Rowing Machine ($35) - the Delta Manta Rowing Machine (since it’s dirt cheap) is a bit flimsy. But nonetheless, if you’re strapped for cash and you still want some indoor rowing action, why not? Note that this machine is a big design blunder because it’s difficult to put together.

3. Kettle Rowing Machine ($84) - the Kettle Rowing Machine features a very basic design- which means that in terms of comfort and flexibility don’t expect too much from it. As a rule of thumb, any machine less than $300 gives only the basic advantages of an exercise machine range.

4. York Concorde Rowing Machine ($112)- the York Concorde Rowing Machine is more sophisticated than the last two machines reviewed. It’s bulkier and features heavier steel parts to handle the strain of the user. It’s quite powerful, so if it’s the first time you’ve exercised in five years, don’t overdo it.

Basic rowing machine advice

Rowing machine advice is usually split into two main groups: beginner and intermediate. We’ll focus on beginner’s advice for now, to guide those who’re just starting out.

1. First, hold on to the flywheel with your fist flat- the knuckles should be facing the floor, not the ceiling or the wall.

2. Don’t lean to far back nor lean to much to the front. Doing so unnecessarily strains the back muscles and may lead to muscle and joint soreness after a set.

3. Avoid jerky movements- this applies to nearly all kinds of aerobic exercises. Bursting movements often result to torn or sore muscles- and of course, pain.