Main muscle
Supporting
Beginner
Rowing machine
Rowing on the machine: cardio that uses the legs, back and arms.
- Works
- Heart and lungsMid backQuads
- Equipment
- Rowing machine
How to do it
- 1Strap your feet in and hold the handle with straight arms, knees bent.
- 2Push with your legs first, then lean back slightly, then pull the handle to your lower ribs.
- 3Return in reverse order: arms, body, then legs.
- 4Keep a steady rhythm you can hold.
Coach's tips
- Most of the power comes from the legs. Don't pull with your arms first.
Rowing machine taken? Do this instead
Same muscles, different equipment. Closest match first.