Choose a well built Rower
from this Rowing Machine Review

This rowing machine review looks at the Concept 2 rower, the Kettler Coach rowing machine and lower priced rowers.



Rowing will give you a great total body workout. It is an effective low impact exercise that uses the arms, abdomen, back and legs. The smooth movement of the rowing machine seat sliding back and forth makes you feel like gliding across the water.

Rowing machines work for beginning and advanced exercisers. It takes very little time to get the smooth rhythm going and get a good aerobic exercise.

The Concept 2 rower, model D is a high quality rowing exercise machine with a comfortable sliding seat and an electronic monitor that is powered by 2 D batteries.

Maximum user weight capacity is 500 lbs with a standard seat and 400 lbs with the tractor seat. Warranty covers defective parts for a 2-5 year period.

An area of 9' x 4' is recommended to set up the rower. Price is about $850-895 plus shipping.

The Kettler Coach rowing machine is a quality, German designed rower with exercise gym features. It is a quality machine with good options. It combines the aerobic exercise of a rowing machine with 16 different muscle building resistance exercises.
The rower is about 6 feet long and weighs 35 lbs.
Price is about $900.

If you are looking for a well built rower, consider one of the two machines covered in this rowing machine review.

Lower priced home rowers

The Fitness Quest Integrity 3000 Air Rower has air resistance for smooth and effective workouts.
It displays time, speed, distance and approximate calories burned. The handlebar is rubber coated for comfort. It folds easily for storage and has a weight capacity of 250 lbs.
Price is about $175-200.

The Stamina Precision Rower features piston resistance with adjustable tension controls. The display shows heart rate, speed, time and approximate calories consumed. It has a comfortable padded seat and a 250 lb weight capacity.
Price is about $210-240.

These lower priced models are best suited for occasional users.

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