We recently wrote about why you should try swimming for a great workout session. This week, we take a look at rowing and how it may just be better.

This exercise has a lot going for it; there are a number of reasons why rowing can displace swimming as the king of whole-body workouts. Here, you’ll find four of the best reasons to get on that rowing machine, or into a canoe at a nearby lake.

Reason 1: It Directly Combats Sedentary Lifestyle Effects

When you’re hunched over a desk all day, running and biking aren’t the best exercise options. They involve a rounded spine, which is the same posture.

Rowing, by making you flex chest muscles and stretch your legs, directly counteracts the effects of a sedentary lifestyle.

 

Reason 2: It’s A Fast Burner

Rowing is a highly efficient form of exercise; you’ll burn off a large number of calories in a very short period. This makes it very effective for cardio, as your heart rate rises a lot with an increase in speeds.

Reason 3: It Makes You Stronger Where You Are Weak

A  number of muscles that are generally weak are targeted by rowing: the hamstrings, shoulders, glutes and your core.

Reason 4: It Improves Athletic Ability

Being a total body workout, rowing can gear you up for athletics and a range of sports. Whether it’s running, football or cycling, you’ll see an enhancement in your athletic performance and cardiovascular health.

Given these reasons, you simply can’t avoid rowing as an exercise. Hit the machine at your gym, or find a rowing community in your area today!

References:

https://www.theactivetimes.com/10-reasons-rowing-just-may-be-best-workout-ever