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Rowing

Full-body, low-impact cardio that builds strength and endurance. Excellent for posture and core.

600
Calories burned per hour
Intermediate
Difficulty level
5
Muscle groups
2
Equipment options

Benefits

  • Full-body strength and endurance
  • Low-impact
  • Improves posture
  • Cardiovascular fitness
  • Core engagement

Getting Started

  1. 1Take a rowing class or lesson
  2. 2Start with 15–20 minute sessions
  3. 3Master proper form before intensity
  4. 4Row 2–3x/week
  5. 5Join a rowing club for community

Safety Tips

  • Learn proper form to avoid back injury
  • Warm up properly
  • Don't lock your joints
  • Listen to your knees and lower back
  • Stretch thoroughly after

Equipment

Rowing machine or boat accessProper footwear

Muscles Worked

BackLegsArmsCoreShoulders