Well, according to British Rowing, just one row uses 85% of your muscles, including all nine major muscle groups, so if you're not yet into it, now is the time to change that. Ready, set, row!

OrangeTheory Midtown trainer demonstrates proper rowing form and how the low-impact workout builds strength and cardio ...

Row, row, row your… way to absolutely massive cardio gains. Here's why the experts think jumping on the rower can give you an especially good cardio boost.

Think again. Rowing machines deliver a joint-friendly, low-impact workout that packs just as much punch, according to Melissa Prestipino, doctor of physical therapy, certified personal trainer and ...

This means it uses fewer muscles in total. Rowing, on the other hand, is another full-body workout. But rowing utilizes nearly 85% of the body's muscles compared to running.

Not only does it test your fitness levels, but it will smoke your entire body too, as it works 86% of the muscles in it. Trust us, there's so many benefits to adding the rower to your workout.

Better still, the best rowing machines offer a powerful workout for your arms, back, chest and legs without the associated pains and niggles that go hand-in-hand with high impact home exercise ...