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How to choose a rowing machine, according to the experts.
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Indoor rowing is one of the most popular forms of cardiovascular exercise.
It can help make your heart bigger and stronger, boost your muscular endurance and burn calories.
Expert: Cheaper rowers may actively undermine your fitness efforts and even put you off rowing for good.
There are several types of rowers, all using different mechanisms to improve the user experience.
Rowing machines may look similar at a glance, but they can differ vastly in terms of footprint, ease of storage and the kind of user they are intended for.
The ultimate choice will largely depend on your fitness goals.
Make sure the design of your rowing machine suits your needs and abilities.
Design of your rowing machine is even more important if you have limited mobility or poor posture.
Certain features can help eliminate discomfort and reduce your risk of injury.
People with knee, hip or back pain may want to choose a machine with magnetic resistance over air or water rowers.
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