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Heart rate monitor for rowing: how to optimise your training on the rowing machine

21 November 2024

FROM Flavio Holstein

Rowing training is one of the most effective ways to train the entire body and promote cardiovascular health at the same time. A heart rate monitor allows you to keep an eye on your heart rate and ensure that you are training in the ideal load range - regardless of whether you want to build endurance or push your performance limits.

Why measure your heart rate while rowing?

Heart rate is an excellent indicator of training intensity. By monitoring your heart rate while rowing, you can precisely control your workload and avoid overexerting or underexerting yourself. Rowing uses over 85 % of the muscles, which places intense demands on the cardiovascular system. With a heart rate monitor, you can target your training zones and maximise the benefits of your training.

What heart rate should I row with?

The optimum heart rate range depends on your training goals:

Basic endurance and moderate training60-70 % of maximum heart rate are ideal for improving endurance and strengthening the cardiovascular system.
More intensive sessions at the anaerobic threshold: about 85 % of the maximum heart rate. Training at the anaerobic threshold promotes performance and helps to increase resilience.

You can calculate your maximum heart rate using the rule of thumb 220 minus your age calculate. You can use these values to determine your ideal training zones. Here is an overview table for orientation:

These values are guidelines and may vary from person to person, depending on fitness level and training experience. Regular training in these areas strengthens your cardiovascular health and improves your endurance and performance.

Methods for heart rate measurement during rowing

There are various ways to measure your heart rate during rowing training. The classic method, in which the pulse is measured for 15 seconds and multiplied by four, is now outdated. Modern options are more precise and easier to use:

Smartwatches and fitness trackersMany devices offer wrist-based heart rate measurement. However, the accuracy can vary when rowing, as the intensive movement of the wrist can affect the values.
Pulse beltsA chest strap is the most reliable option for measuring your heart rate. It is worn directly on the chest and uses electrical impulses to provide precise values, making it ideal for rowing training.

The AUGLETICS Heart Rate Monitor

The AUGLETICS Heart Rate Monitor is the ideal companion for your rowing training. Developed for seamless integration with the AUGLETICS Eight Style rowing machineat the same time, it offers compatibility with other devices such as smartphones or fitness watches via Bluetooth and ANT+.

His Ergonomic design ensures high wearing comfort - light, thin and comfortable on the body, it stays in place even during intensive workouts. The breathable material makes it perfect for longer training sessions.

During training, the Heart Rate Monitor provides you with Real-time datawhich are shown directly on the display of the AUGLETICS Eight Style. The special heart rate tab visualises not only the current heart rate, but also its progression and the corresponding performance. This helps you to analyse and optimise your progress.

With the Target pulse mode of the AUGLETICS Eight Style allows you to define your heart rate zone - the device automatically adjusts the resistance to keep you in the optimum training zone. You can hardly control your training more efficiently and comfortably.

Equipment

AUGLETICS Heart Rate Monitor

59,99 EUR

Interval training and pulse-controlled training on the AUGLETICS Eight Style

The AUGLETICS Eight Style is ideal for heart rate-controlled training. It not only offers you the option of tracking your heart rate live, but also the Target pulse mode. Here you can set your desired heart rate range and the device automatically adjusts the resistance if your heart rate deviates by more than five beats. This means you always stay in the optimum range without having to interrupt your training.

Examples of heart rate-controlled interval training on the rowing machine:

Endurance interval:

2 minutes of intensive rowing at 85 % of the maximum heart rate
1 minute of active relaxation at 60-70 % of the maximum heart rate
Repeat this sequence five times to train your anaerobic threshold.

Moderate basic training:

20 minutes of constant rowing at 65 % of maximum heart rate
This workout is ideal for building endurance and strengthening the cardiovascular system.

Why a heart rate monitor is so valuable for rowing training

A heart rate monitor gives you control over your training sessions and helps you to optimise your performance. Continuously monitoring your heart rate allows you to train in exactly the right range and makes it easier to track your progress. Here are some of the key benefits:

Efficient training control: The heart rate monitor helps you to avoid over- or underloading and allows you to select the optimum training zone.
Targeted training at the anaerobic thresholdTraining at the anaerobic threshold increases endurance and improves performance.
Performance monitoringWith the AUGLETICS Eight Style rowing machine you can monitor your heart rate in relation to your performance and precisely control your training.

Put it to the test!

For a professional and easy training experience, rowing machines such as the AUGLETICS Eight Style the perfect equipment. Try it out for yourself and experience how precise heart rate-controlled training can optimise your rowing experience.

Conclusion: heart rate measurement for more training success

Heart rate monitoring is one of the most effective ways to manage your rowing training and ensure that you are training in your optimal zone. Whether you are a beginner or an advanced rower, monitoring your heart rate gives you valuable insights into your training intensity and helps you achieve your goals faster.

About the author

Flavio Holstein

Flavio Holstein is the founder and CEO of AUGLETICS, a company that brings the sport of rowing directly into the living room with innovative rowing machines. He has been an enthusiastic rower for over 20 years and at times even trained three times a day to make it into the national team. He was twice German runner-up in the four and eight. With a Master's degree in Computer Engineering, Flavio has the necessary background knowledge to combine state-of-the-art technology with sporting efficiency and make rowing accessible to everyone. His vision: to establish rowing as an integral part of everyday life and thus tackle what is probably the biggest health problem of our time - the lack of exercise.

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Heart rate monitor for rowing: how to optimise your training on the rowing machine

Why measure your heart rate while rowing?

Why measure your heart rate while rowing?

What heart rate should I row with?

Methods for heart rate measurement during rowing

The AUGLETICS Heart Rate Monitor

Equipment

Interval training and pulse-controlled training on the AUGLETICS Eight Style

Interval training and pulse-controlled training on the AUGLETICS Eight Style

Why a heart rate monitor is so valuable for rowing training

Put it to the test!

Conclusion: heart rate measurement for more training success

About the author

Flavio Holstein

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