What makes rowing the perfect full-body workout?
- Legs: The legs, especially the quadriceps and the hamstrings, provide the initial impulse for the rowing stroke. They generate the most power when you push off from the start.
- Hull: The core, consisting of the abdominal and back muscles, is responsible for stabilisation during the entire rowing stroke. Strong core muscles ensure a stable posture and a clean technique.
- Shoulders and arms: Your shoulders, biceps, triceps and upper back play an important role when you pull the handle of the rowing machine towards you. These muscles help to make the rowing stroke powerful and efficient.
- Back: The latissimus (broad back muscle) and lower back muscles in particular are heavily involved in rowing. They help to transfer the power from the legs to the upper body and support the posture.
- Buttocks: The buttocks work in combination with the legs to push the body backwards and maximise traction.
Advantages of full-body training on a rowing machine
Rowing training is one of the best ways to burn calories. Depending on the intensity and duration of the workout, you can burn up to 800 calories per hour. By working the large muscle groups simultaneously, energy consumption is maximised, making rowing ideal for anyone who wants to lose weight or reduce their body fat percentage.
Rowing strengthens the entire core, which leads to better posture in the long term. A strong core supports the spine and improves the stability of the upper body, which prevents posture problems and back pain.
As the entire body is in motion when rowing, there is a risk of making mistakes in technique that could lead to long-term discomfort. The AUGLETICS Eight Style has an integrated virtual trainer that analyses your movements based on sensor data and gives you real-time feedback. This not only teaches you the correct rowing technique, but also gives you tips on what you can improve in order to train even more efficiently and safely.
Britta Oppelt on full-body training with rowing
The AUGLETICS Eight Style - your ideal rowing machine for a full-body workout
How to get the most out of your full-body workout
- Pay attention to the right technique: The correct rowing technique is crucial to avoid injuries and to make the training effective. Make sure that the legs provide the main propulsion, the torso remains stable and the arms perform the final pull.
- Exercise regularly: Regularity is the key to achieving long-term progress. Try to exercise at least three to four times a week for around 30 minutes.
- Vary your training: Use the various programmes of the AUGLETICS Eight Styleto add variety to your training. Combine longer endurance sessions with intensive intervals to improve both strength and endurance.
- Cool-down and stretching: Finish each training session with a cool-down and stretch your muscles to promote recovery and prevent muscle soreness