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Rowing

Drive with the legs, open the hips and draw the handle to the lower ribs; return arms first, then hinge and bend the knees. Start with a manageable effort and increase it only while the setup and movement remain controlled.

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At a glance

EquipmentCardio / conditioning
Experience levelBeginner
Movement patternGeneral movement
Primary muscleLats
Also worksBiceps, Lower Back, Glutes, Hamstrings, Rhomboids, Traps
Rowing: Exercise illustration (start) Rowing: Exercise illustration (peak)
Exercise data by RepDB (repdb.co).

The movement, step by step.

  1. Secure the feet, set a manageable resistance and sit tall with a relaxed grip on the handle.
  2. Drive with the legs, open the hips and draw the handle to the lower ribs; return arms first, then hinge and bend the knees.
  3. Ease the pace gradually to finish, and stop the equipment before stepping off when applicable.

Technique cues

  • Start at an easy pace before increasing effort.
  • Use a pace that lets you maintain your technique.

Common mistakes

  • Increasing pace or resistance before warming up.
  • Continuing when fatigue makes the movement uncontrolled.

Watch & learn

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