You don’t want to be rowing without shoes on or wearing clothes that are too baggy as the fabric can get

Havard Health lists vigorous rowing as one of the top five exercises to burn calories, with calorie consumption reaching up to 754 per hour. This fact makes a home rower one of the best ways to burn off extra weight and lose weight from home. Despite its sturdy build, the Aviron Strong remains compact and foldable. It caters to users up to 6'8" in height and features a raised seat height combined with a low rail allows users to step over the rail without feeling like you are sat on the floor which can be an issue with rowers with a low seat rail. Rowers below that feature our WH Lab Approved badge impressed with their ease of use, functionality and performance. Bonus points were awarded for clever design features such as foldability, which makes them easier to stash away after a sweaty session. The Dripex rowing machine is a sturdy piece of equipment- with rear triangular support along with adjustable metal floor pads, it will sit comfortably on most surfaces for a smooth ride.The WaterRower Natural rowing machine stands out with its unique design that combines water resistance mechanism with a solid oak frame that adds an aesthetic touch to your workout space.

The resistance is excellent too. Ignite Air features dual air and magnetic resistance so that you’ll feel like rowing on a real boat. Warning: it’s a big and heavy one! The machine isn’t just geared solely to competitive rowers, though. It has simple adjustability that lets you switch resistance from a rowing simulation to a high-resistance power development setting. The SkillRow offers interactive coaching for rowing technique, too, because even the best machine is only as good as the user’s ability to use proper technique and maximise the workout. Designed with durability in mind, the Aviron Strong can accommodate even the largest athletes with its impressive maximum user weight of 229kg. The JLL R200 rowing machine is a budget-friendly option that is one of the best-selling models on the market. You can also adjust the footrests so that you can rest in an ergonomic position and row for longer. Plus, the padded seat doesn’t hurt your bum either.We also like the ergonomic design with plenty of adjustable features. For example, the footholds are 7-point adjustable, and you can also fix the screen however you want. This feature is essential too, for those who have a timeline to reach their fitness goal or for those who want to be really precise about how they do that. So, in terms of customisation, you first need to make sure the rower fits your body size, in terms of weight and height. This isn’t the cheapest option out there and some may feel that there should be more in the way of programming and interactive features. Air rower: A paddled flywheel spins inside an enclosed cage, with air resistance making each stroke more difficult.