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Strength Training

Rowing Machine

Beginner

About This Exercise

Low-impact full-body cardio that warms the posterior chain, legs, and grip. Ideal pre-workout for pull and leg days.

1Setup

Strap feet into footplates. Grab handle with overhand grip. Sit tall with arms extended.

2Execution

Drive with legs first, then lean back slightly, then pull handle to lower chest. Reverse the sequence to return: arms, body, legs. Keep strokes smooth and controlled at moderate pace.

Pro Tips

  • Legs drive first — arms follow
  • Aim for 22-26 strokes per minute for warmup pace
  • Keep core braced throughout the stroke
  • Target Zone 2 heart rate (conversational pace)

Safety Notes

  • !Do not round your lower back — sit tall throughout

Train This Exercise

Quick workout with this exercise

Muscles Worked

Front

Back

Secondary