Full-body workout
All major muscle groups are targeted. 60 percent of the effort works the legs, 40 percent the upper body.
Strengthening the back muscles
Back problems are among the most common human ailments. With a rowing machine, the muscles in that area are effectively trained.
High calorie burn
Depending on speed and difficulty, up to 600 kcal per hour can be burned.
Joint-friendly training
Compared to other sports like jogging, rowing is much gentler on the joints. It is therefore suitable for both young and old.
A quarter of an hour of training every day with a rowing machine already increases life expectancy, "as statistics show".
How a rowing machine works
In addition to the term rowing machine, the term rowing ergometer also exists. Both originate from athletes mimicking the movements in a rowing boat. Beginners in particular should be instructed by expert personnel when using it for the first time.
Basically, two operating principles exist on the market:
The cable pull system
Users sit on a sliding seat and use their strength to train. A leg push moves the body toward the rear position. In the end position, you extend your legs—without locking your knees, however. Then the forward roll begins: you extend your arms forward again.
The 2-bar system
Bars are attached on the left and right, allowing for an ergonomic posture. During training, these are moved back and forth in an elliptical shape.
Many AsVIVA models feature a training computer. This provides information about training time, power output, calorie consumption, and more. Resistance is provided by friction, air, magnetism, or water. The pulling force ranges from 40 to 200 kilograms – depending on the model.
Finding the right model
Rowing machines all have one thing in common: with regular use, they boost your health and well-being. AsVIVA models are available for beginners, advanced users, and competitive athletes. Usually, as the price increases, so does the performance level. This is because the loads a rowing machine must withstand from competitive athletes are significantly higher, which is reflected in more robust materials. In our AsVIVA online shop, you will find exercise bikes, cross trainers, and many other fitness equipment in every price segment. You not only shop securely with us, but you also receive a particularly long quality promise with a 5-year AsVIVA warranty. We are also happy to advise you prior to your purchase.
April 27, 2016
