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Sunny Health & Fitness Row-N-Ride Pro: Review & Buyer’s Guide

Consider a mutant version of a rowing machine and you’ll think of something like the Sunny Health & Fitness Row-N-Ride Pro which combines two major exercises: squats and rows. These compound exercises train your entire body and build strength in your upper and lower body simultaneously. Add to it a comfortable and sturdy design, a

  • Sunny Health & Fitness Squat Assist Row-N-Ride Review

    It’s not an exaggeration to say the Sunny Health & Fitness Squat Assist Row-N-Ride is like no other rowing machine I’ve reviewed. Mainly because it’s not technically a rowing machine as much as it’s a squat assist machine! In short, the Sunny Health and Fitness Squat Assist machine provides a great rowing-like workout, while helping

  • Hydrow Rower Review

    I doubt Hydrow likes the comparison – but this Hydrow review details if this is the Peloton of rowing machines or not! With virtually silent magnetic resistance and a 22″ monitor – you may actually feel like you are rowing on water. Plus, a membership allows access to over 400 sessions and counting (with live

  • YOSUDA Magnetic Rowing Machine Review

    A budget rowing machine can be the perfect addition to your home gym without breaking the bank. I got the chance to try this rowing machine out a few times over the years when training clients who own it. One thing that struck me every time was how sharp it looks. For the price, it

  • Lanos Hydraulic Rowing Machine Review

    Today, we’re reviewing the Lanos hydraulic rowing machine. While not ideal for the hobby of indoor rowing, a lot of folks are just looking for a cheap piece of cardio equipment that fits in a small space. I remember using my dad’s old hydraulic rower back in the 90s and remember getting a pretty good

  • Runow Water Rower Review

    The Runow Water Rowing Machine is becoming one of the more popular wooden water rowers offering similar quality to that of the original WaterRower for about half the price. I have much more experience with the WaterRower but I’ve had the chance to try the Runow water rower more than once when training clients, so

  • Xterra ERG220 Rower Review

    Today, we’re reviewing the Xterra Fitness ERG220 rower, the brand’s bargain-priced magnetic rowing machine. So, if you’re in the market for a budget rower, you’ve come to the right place! I’m picky when it comes to recommending low-cost rowers. It’s not hard to find a low-cost option that works well in the beginning, but finding

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  • 8 Thoughts Every Indoor Rower Has During a Long Workout

    You’re settled in, your feet strapped down, and the never-ending rhythm of indoor rowing begins. It doesn’t take long for your mind to wander, leading to some pretty funny thoughts. Each stroke becomes a mental journey where your brain is free to entertain itself while your body keeps up the hard work. As you pull

  • Water vs. Air Rowing Machine: What is the Difference?

    Choosing the right rowing machine for your home gym can be a perplexing task. With the market offering a variety of resistance types, the most prominent being water and air rowers, it’s essential to understand their differences and similarities. Both offer a comprehensive full-body workout, burning calories and improving cardiovascular health, yet they do so

  • Best Home Rowing Machine 2026

    If you’re looking for the best home rowing machine you’ve come to the right place! I have been helping people find the best rowing machine models for over 7 years and have personally helped over 1,000 people through direct emails. Selecting a rowing machine can be tough because everyone has different preferences and needs. However,

  • Rowing Machine Knee Pain – The Ultimate Guide

    The rowing machine is good for bad knees and it can often be used as a rehabilitation and recovery machine for physical therapy. As a low-impact exercise, rowing doesn’t put too much stress on the joints and is even recommended for people with arthritis. Then, why do people complain of rowing machine knee pain? In

  • What Rowing Machine Does OrangeTheory Use?

    OrangeTheory uses the WaterRower M1 HiRise, a market-leading rowing machine. The WaterRower M1 HiRise is the only rowing machine available at the OrangeTheory facilities and is one of the three components of OrangeTheory workouts. These workouts are a combination of rowing, running on the treadmill, and exercising on the strength floor. According to OrangeTheory’s WaterRower

  • Will Rowing Tone My Arms?

    Does the Rowing Machine Burn Arm Fat? Yes, rowing will tone your arms because each stroke efficiently activates and trains the triceps, biceps, shoulders, and forearms. Moreover, the rowing machine allows you to build endurance and strength and switch from cardio to a muscle-building workout. So, whether you want to tone flabby arms or bulk

  • Calories Burned on Rowing Machine

    Many people purchase a rowing machine to help them get in shape and lose weight. The best formula for losing weight is to burn more calories than you take in. Calculating the calories burned on a rowing machine can be very difficult and it is a question that often comes up. Rowing machine calories burned while

  • Squat Assist Row-N-Ride Before and After Results

    When people ask about the benefits of using a Row-N-Ride machine, what they really want to know is “How will it make me look and feel?” Put another way, “What Row-N-Ride results can I expect!?” We all love seeing the “before and after” style pictures that highlight the progress and transformation we expect to see.