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Get to Know the Rowing Machine
Lately I've been mixing up my cardio routine with the rowing machine, which has the advantage of often being open at the gym when the ellipticals and treadmills are taken. If you've never tried your hand at this old-school contraption, I highly recommend taking a seat and giving it a try.
A 130-pound woman can burn as many as 281 calories in 30 minutes on the rowing machine; calculate your own calorie burn here.
Green Exercise: The Water Rower
I don't think I am alone when I say that most cardio equipment is unattractive and difficult to store. Nothing you would want to keep in living room. Recently, I happened upon the beautiful WaterRower that take the rowing machine to a whole new level.
FREE Rowing Technique DVD
A lot of us shy away from the rowing machine at the gym. Usually it's for good reason because that machine can be downright scary. However rowing can be a great way to switch up your workout.
Rowing Machine Do's and Don'ts
You've seen it laying on the floor at the gym and you've also seen others get on and go, so should you workout on the rowing machine too? You may be a little intimidated by the rowing machine, but did you know that it is a great aerobic workout that targets the upper and lower body muscles?
Here are the DO's and DON'Ts of using a rowing machine to get you started:
- DO: Make sure that your heel is resting comfortably against the base of the foot pedal and that the strap is secured.
Get it Up - Your Heart Rate, That is: Rowing Machine
Contrary to popular belief, rowing does not only target your upper body, it targets both the upper and lower body muscles, not to mention your abdominals. So hop on and try this beginner program.
- 00:00-05:00 Warm up: Start on a light resistance while rowing slowly.
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Get It Up, Your Heart Rate, That Is: StepMill and Rowing Machine
Thanksgiving is still over two weeks away, and I already feel pressed for time. I came up with a time-saver cardio routine that combines two pieces of cardio equipment that also strengthen different parts of the body. These machines are also always free at the gym, which means no waiting around time.
Do You Change Your Fitness Routine During the Fall?
Fall spells cooler weather and shorter days. As the seasons change, I notice that I change up my fitness routine quite a bit too. I stay indoors more and will opt for the rowing machine over an early morning bike ride.
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