{"id":19933,"date":"2024-12-02T11:37:08","date_gmt":"2024-12-02T11:37:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mensfitness.co.uk\/?p=19933"},"modified":"2024-12-02T11:37:08","modified_gmt":"2024-12-02T11:37:08","slug":"best-rowing-machines","status":"publish","type":"review-post","link":"https:\/\/mensfitness.co.uk\/review\/best-rowing-machines\/","title":{"rendered":"Get your cardio fix at home with one of the best rowing machines"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Whether you want to gamify your endurance sessions or cram in valuable cardio, these are the best rowing machines you can buy.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Until recently rowing machines were seen as the reserve of the commercial gym or fitness studio. But advances in tech have made them lighter, (a little) more compact and (almost) affordable. Those serious about upping their cardio game at home can now realistically consider investing in one of the best rowing machines. That way they can get their rowing fix whenever they like.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We’ve tested and reviewed the best rowing machines on the market to help find the right rower for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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What is the best rowing machine?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Having sampled a wide selection of many of the top choices in this market segment, MF’s<\/em> team of product reviewers came to the conclusion that the NordicTrack RW900<\/a> is the best rowing machine on the market right now. It’s smooth, quiet, and (reasonably) comfortable in operation, and it’s far from basic too. Its large touchscreen isn’t just for show – within it, you’ll find a deep library of training classes and workouts, and there’s a degree of personalization to reflect your progress too. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The only major downsides are that it’s got quite a large footprint, so may be difficult to store, and it’ll leave an even larger dent in your bank balance. However, if you’ve got ample room indoors and enough budget to justify the cost, you can’t do better. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Best for workout motivation<\/div>

The Aviron Strong Series Rower<\/a> not only comes with a library of trainer-led workouts, but also a whole range of streaming service options. Membership fees will add up, but at least you’ll never have a boring workout ever again.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Best for indoor storage<\/div>

The WaterRower Original Series<\/a> machine looks unlike any other rowing machine thanks to its wooden design, which in the eyes of some, might also give it additional aesthetic appeal for your home gym. Plus, its comparatively compact nature means it takes up slightly less room than some of the other machines on this list.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

1. NordicTrack RW900 Rower<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n
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Men’s Fitness verdict
<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/div><\/h3>The smooth and comfortable ride of the NordicTrack makes for an enjoyable rowing simulation. It’s a great low-impact cardio choice if you have the space and will make the most of the subscription.<\/span><\/div>
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