The recent surge of home rowing machines makes us wonder about the real benefits of using one such piece of fitness equipment. What's so special about the way a rowing machine lets you exercise your muscles? Can the "average guy" benefit from using a rower? Are they really worth the investment ?

The benefits of using a rowing machine are many. First of all, rowing lets you exercise all three muscle groups at once. This low-impact workout also does wonders for your cardiovascular system and it doesn't require you to devote more than half an hour, two or three times a week in order for it to be effective. In fact, you should be careful not to overdo it, particularly if you're not in your best shape when starting.

Another benefit of having your own rowing machine at home is convenience. Not only don't you have to waste time and money going to the nearest gym, but you can improve your workout experience by doing your exercise at your favorite time of the day, while listening to music and at your own pace. The latest models of rowers are capable of emulating the actual rowing experience with such degree of perfection that you'll forget whether you're still exercising at home or rowing at the lake of your dreams. Once the rowing session is over, you conveniently fold your rower up and store it in a closet or just leave it in your favorite room till the next workout.

Finally, let's say something about the price of this unique piece of fitness equipment. This is definitely an extra benefit of rowing machines. While there's a wide range of prices to choose from, you can be certain that, in any case, it will be money well spent. A rowing machine of good quality, such as a Stamina, a Kettler or a Concept 2 rower, will stay with you for a long time, and it will save you money you'd otherwise spend on less complete fitness machines or even a gym.