If you are considering getting yourself a Concept 2 rowing machine, you will be making an excellent choice.
You will definitely be getting one of the best ergonomic pieces of gym equipment there is on the market today, and for many reasons. Some people think that these machines are designed for rowers only, but that is actually not true; this is a perfect machine for anyone who does cardio. It will make your cardio exercise more exciting, and probably much better than some other work-out machines might.
You can get a Concept 2 rowing machine in 2 different models, Model D and Model E. Although Model E is more expensive than Model D, they are both equally easy to use. The way they are constructed makes them almost a no-brainer. The seat will slide along the rail on the frame when you pull the rower’s handles. You do not need to make any adjustments yourself – a dumper on the side of the rower will do this for you. It measures the strength of your pull ad puts in a matching amount of resistance. The harder you pull, or the bigger your “boat”, the harder the resistance that you will get.
There are some differences between the 2 models of the Concept 2 rowing machine:
If you want to get the best out of your Concept 2 rowing machine, start off by studying the best rowing techniques. There are specific rowing techniques that can be applied with great success. The machine comes with manufacturer’s instructions on proper rowing techniques and asks you to practice them as these will go a long way in determining the level of success you will have with your Concept 2 rowing machine. It helpful if you have had actual rowing experience, but it’s not necessary. By following given guidelines, you will be able to use the rower well enough.
There are other advantages you will find with a Concept 2 rowing machine that you will not find with a lot of gym equipment: it is quiet as you work out, is easily kept out of the way and does not need you to do any other work-outs because it will exercise all your muscle groups at once. In fact, for people who do cardio, it comes better recommended than a treadmill (the damage to your knee joints in the long-run), a stationery bike (you don’t get to work all muscle groups) and even a regular jump rope. Because you are sitting down through out, there is no weight being unfairly distributed to any part of your body or joints, making it much safer. It is also impact free – impact machines are more likely to cause you injuries.
A Concept 2 rowing machine will usually cost a bit more than other exercise equipment in the same range – a reason why it has not made a strong presence in the US gym equipment market yet. When you think about what you will be getting though, it is well worth the price that you will be paying. And you can consider getting it on a fitness equipment lease too – look around the internet and see if there are any on offer near you.