Which Is The Best Exercise: Cycling vs. Rowing

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So, which is better? Cycling? Or rowing? This video aims to help you better understand the two different forms of exercise and the pros and cons of both. Of course, everyone has their own opinion, but hopefully this can help you understand the benefits and drawbacks of both! I am here to help in any way I can with more resources down below!
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[@trainingtall]

Very pleased to announce the release of my new eBook, 'Row Your Fat Off!'. If you have just began using the rowing machine or recently purchased a machine for yourself, THIS is the ultimate guide to get you started in the right direction towards your fat loss goals! You can check it out from the link in the description box above! THANK YOU for all of your support!!

[@youarerightboss]

Rowing.

[@Classyblackqueen]

Can rowing make your buttocks bigger

[@jungle5507]

Unfollowed

[@katyalderton8269]

I just want to tell you that I think it is really amazing that you answer each comment! That wouldn't be an easy task and I think it's great you make that personal contact with people that comment on your videos!!! :)

[@robremington2394]

I love rowing...but certain parts of my male body don’t cooperate....please advise. I can take replies offline

[@clash1977100]

I've been a fitness professional for 35 years and rowing for me makes all the difference This guy knows his stuff

[@trainingtall]

Much appreciated, Clive! Have a good one!

[@claudiacanales2662]

Does this burn more than a stepper?

[@TrilobitesRTasty]

@@claudiacanales2662Good point. Also, an air bike gets the heart rate up faster than a rower. If the goal is faster cardio impact, an air bike like the Rogue Echo bike gets results faster than a rower.

[@marktwain368]

Most ppl here talk about the exercise--that's fine. But someone should say that your voice and presentation style are excellent. You know how to speak convincingly and clearly. Thanks!

[@trainingtall]

Thanks a lot, Mark! I do my best! That means a lot!

[@crisg1741]

I totally agree! He did a wonderful job explaining 👍👏

[@maximusblueline8546]

Great vid. I’ve been rowing for 5 months lost over 40 pounds. I’m addicted. Thanks for the info

[@trainingtall]

ROCK ON, Maximus!! That is awesome - your hard work is inspiring. Keep it up!

[@cld1237]

This is very encouraging to hear considering I, also, have become addicted and that is also my weight loss goal!! Thanks so much for sharing!!!❤

[@moniquecobb9051]

AMAZING!!!!!! KEEP IT UP

[@nickgage1438]

How much do u row ?

[@jeffpowers0214]

@@nickgage1438 I was rowing 4 times a week on Concept 2 rower at the gym, level 10, 30 minutes, approximately 5000 meters. I did it first thing in the morning fasted.

[@mwmann]

It's rowing for me and I base that on this fact; when I was a kid I sang row row row your boat before I sang A Bicycle Built for Two. So rowing wins by a head.

[@try2tri811]

Great vid. Rowed for 3 years at uni. Stopped rowing for the past 3 months and have focused on cycling. Did my frist 12km row again the other day and it was impossible to hold my old splits, despite an increase it fitness. My breathing and heart rate was fine, but id lost so much power. From my experience, i can maintain a higher heart rate and Power output for a much longer period of time on the bike, but the workout on the rower was so much harder yet rewarding, both physically mentally. I also recover so much more quickly from cycling. Id say if you want to get the most fit and gain real strength, rowing is the only way! Rowing fitness definitely translates to the bike, but a fit cyclist will not be a fit rower. Just found your channel and i love your content.

[@trainingtall]

Thanks, Hill Walker. It is interesting how well rowing fitness transfers to the bike, but not the other way around. I appreciate you taking time to comment. Happy New Year to you and good luck with your ambitions this year!

[@rufusprime99]

Cycling has always worked best for actual cardio. You can use more muscle doing other things, but it is best for what it is supposed to be doing. (not burning calories, cardio fitness)

[@ilikelampshades6]

Hill Walker94 I agree with what you said until you say a rower will make a good cyclist. Rowers do not have the endurance to stay with very low level cyclists because they only do a fraction of the cardio

[@TheKingsGamingClub]

Hill Walker94 Just pointing out Bradley Wiggins has just moved to rowing just fine

[@loristrachan8633]

I reckon doing both is the best way!

[@AnalogFoggy]

I do 3 sets of 15 min on bicycle mixed with 3 sets of 5 min rowing. I never sweat so much in my life!

[@claudiacanales2662]

Good idea. This approach sounds fun!!!

[@j96rongway43]

I just started rowing 5k meters two weeks ago three to four times a week and I already feel the difference. This is coming from a guy who has hip flexor issues. 👍🏾

[@trainingtall]

Amazing work, J! Keep it up!

[@victropolis]

You don't have to choose. You can do both!

[@trainingtall]

Very true!!

[@danielmocsny5066]

Doing both makes it easier to get more exercise volume. My glutes start to feel crushed after I row for 30-40 minutes, since there is no way to vary the position and get the weight off the rower seat. Switching to different exercise machines lets me go for as long as I want. Using different machines is also less boring - and boredom is the bane of stationary aerobic machine exercise. Using machines is mental torture compared to doing any real sport, such as riding real bicycles on real roads with real people to compete against or to team with for drafting.

[@piotrlisiak7205]

@@danielmocsny5066 You sould buy a sitting pad ;)

[@porkfied]

@@danielmocsny5066 Excellent post,you are right.

[@chaboi7]

@@danielmocsny5066 yes! For harsh Michigan winter's my dream is to have a circuit of different machines and exercises to keep me entertained

[@rayc.8555]

After seeing your vid I went out and bought a concept 2 and started rowing 2 weeks ago and I love it. A great exercise and the fat is disappearing. Thanks.

[@amelitagm]

Don't forget to log your meters online at C2 and claim your free shirt when you get to 1 million!

[@GinLimeSoda]

Hi, how is that going for you 4 years later? Still rowing?

[@augustprice7550]

I live in a place with a very cold winter so personally I do both. Cycling all summer and rowing all winter. I’ve see huge gains in my cycling performance since I started this routine.

[@trainingtall]

That is so awesome, August! I am sure you are making awesome fitness gains!

[@danielmocsny5066]

Yes, you don't have to waste half the summer merely regaining the aerobic fitness that cyclists in seasonal climate areas tend to lose during winter. If you stay in shape all winter, when the spring thaw arrives you literally hit the ground running - or pedaling. I live in a medium climate where cycling is possible for most of winter, but with enough weather interruptions that it's hard to stay in shape. Plus the short day length in winter eliminates most of the weeknight group rides of summer. Even with the vast improvement in bicycle lights, group riding in darkness is still harder and less safe than riding in daylight. An indoor program for winter is critical for maintaining aerobic exercise volume and intensity regardless of what the weather does.

[@plmn93]

I got a fat bike and now I ride outdoors year round. Biking in the snow is a lot of fun, once you figure out how to dress for it.

[@gettingbettereveryday350]

Both are OK but everyone knows eating cookies is best.

[@trainingtall]

Haha you know it!

[@girlsdrinkfeck]

u kno whats not best ? his wrist bending !!! he isnt obviously activating his posterior deltoids if he is hyper extending his wrists out like that to get the range and he isnt using all of his " smaller muscles " what a fucking noob

[@bikerdivarolling4333]

@@girlsdrinkfeck ....PLEASE...STOP being hateful & negative. Many other training vids so hate-scroll elsewhere. God bless you too.

[@terrancemaloney29]

EXACTLY

[@ilissawalker7051]

Lol..

[@Geohillierneo]

Rowing is the more all round excise over cycling, both for cardio and muscular excercise

[@trainingtall]

Totally agree!

[@ilanpi]

The crotch issue for stationary bicycles is resolved with recumbent type stationary bicycles. These also are easier to adjust distance to the pedals by adjusting position in the seat.

[@alisonlee4723]

Hi Austin, I am 73 years old & love my York Rower, just going gently in these early days but love the fact that you have to concentrate ! Thanks to your video regarding some lower back discomfort ( sit forward on your hips ) I have no problems now. Thank you for your expertise.

[@trainingtall]

Hey Alison! I am glad you found help with my videos :) Keep up the amazing work!

[@kennethh2430]

I started rowing last year after trying alternatives to running on treadmills. I'm one of those borderline "runners" who has a couple ultras and marathons, and several other OK runs...but I hate the treadmill. Hit one of the two rowing machines at the gym (pre-covid) and couldn't get enough of it, amazing exercise! Lower back, torso, arms, shoulders, legs...was like "beast mode" unlocked! I'm waiting for my Pro 6 Fitness R9 magnetic/air rower to show up, so excited to start rowing again!

[@ivanstefko2724]

im using concept2

[@sidoney101]

I would also add rowing is a great full body warmup before weightlifting. Especially for the shoulders.

[@trainingtall]

It definitely is a great full body warmup!

[@porkfied]

Great idea.

[@anneke_yep2407]

Rowing definitely builds mental strength. Like really.

[@trainingtall]

Totally!

[@michael16071982]

Dude, I just really appreciate your videos. I recently bought one a concept 2 pm5. Best decision ever. I admit there‘s a lot of input about technique and form outdoor. It takes a lot of work.

[@trainingtall]

Rock on, Mike! That is awesome! I hope you get great use out of the machine!

[@girlsdrinkfeck]

just diont fuck up ya wrists like he demonstrates in the video

[@kwc7391]

Im a avid cyclist, but use my Comcept2 during the winter months. Best to use both Rowing and Cycling. Thanks for the video.

[@trainingtall]

Thanks, Keith! I totally agree. Happy training, man!

[@speedracer9132]

Really grateful for your videos man, it's nice to be able to get some fitness advice without plugs for advertising throughout the video

[@trainingtall]

Thanks, Eric! Comments like that really keep me motivated to strive to make better content for you and others. Happy New Year to you!

[@billking8843]

Cycling is best done out on the road. Rowing is my new go to warm up and cardio exercise for the gym.

[@ronishiahowze6494]

This video was right on time. I was going back and forth about which one I should purchase and you made my decision that much easier. Thank you! The rower it is

[@trainingtall]

Glad it could help!

[@kokoyhawaii]

Yep me too! @trainingtall should get a sponsorship from Concept 2

[@mottthehoople684]

I coach track and field and worked with world record athlete..I still work out myself I always say to my clients the best eexercise is the one you will do.. but one thing I'll say about rowing.. it takes a lot of discipline to maintain you're stroke rate and your power output at the same time . And core strength is a must otherwise your blow out your back.. the mental focus is intense but I like it..I'm 60 and will still do 30000 meter workouts once a week...I've learned alot from his channel

[@w-james9277]

I started rowing three months ago and iv lost so much weight and my posture has improved. It's hard work but worth it!

[@jaybain4337]

Great rowing form 2:06 in this video - SO important for comfort, benefits and safety! - me, a HS and college rower 🙂

[@trainingtall]

Thanks for watching!

[@leyladelorme9311]

I’ve tried rowing but it’s not really my thing. I fell in love with spin my first class, though. I go 3-4 times a week now and genuinely look forward to it! My new passion :)

[@trainingtall]

I'm glad you found some love in your spinning class! Do what works best for you :) glad you could try both out!

[@First.Last.99]

u still go?

[@airborneSGT]

This was a great video! With gyms back open I've been hitting the machines. I enjoyed the rowing machine more so than the stationary bike. The rower feels great for me and is a welcome break from my crazy weekly run mileage.

[@chezaliee]

Just wanna say, thank you for making your videos under 10 min! Informative and concise, makes learning a lot easier!

[@zps272]

Watching your vids always makes me want to row even though I've never tried it!

[@trainingtall]

It is never to late to start ;)

[@acbc3543]

I ride my bike at the gym every single day : 21 miles and I’ve lost 14lbs . I still have 27lbs to go but I’m pleased with what I have already lost

[@trainingtall]

ROCK ON!! That is SO awesome. Keep up the great work! :)

[@acbc3543]

Training Tall I can’t lie to Myself : that’s the worst person to Lie to

[@scarred10]

Exercise isnt great for weight loss, diet is king.exercise is great for health and strength.you have to do an awful lot of exercise to lose much weight,it wont work for most people.

[@trainingtall]

Happy New Year, friends!

[@paradisetube1473]

Training Tall for the skinny body is this good?

[@paradisetube1473]

Training Tall i like your body u handsome

[@hypstermyster]

I ride outside. I can't imagine riding and doing cardio on an indoor machine, unless it was a specific class with more engagement. When your climbing, handling your bike, and all things that come with outdoor riding you activate a lot more of your body. Plus...It's fun!

[@staceyvaas1210]

Thanks for this content Austin! From a newbie. I rowed 8 minutes this morning using the new techniques I picked up from you yesterday. 😊 I’ve had my rower for a few weeks now and I love it. I am an MSer and I’ve had a hard time getting cardio in in recent years because of balance issues. Thanks for sharing your expertise.

[@trainingtall]

How AWESOME! So great to hear, Stacey! Keep up the great work!

[@Pastorlinda54]

Exactly answered my question, plus I watched the 3 don't video about form. Thanks.

[@trainingtall]

You're welcome, Linda! Glad you liked the videos!

[@myhealthyhabits123]

I take it you are making a distinction between stationary bike cycling and a spinning class, which is super high-intensity, a calorie scorcher, and also it would be impossible to look at a phone during it. And it takes every muscle in your body as you are out of the saddle most of the time.

[@trainingtall]

Yes - stationary cycling. Spin classes are absolutely awesome!!

[@AndersRapp]

I use an airbike with crosstrainer handle bars which gives me full body motion and let me tell you...I sweat a LOT and burn a lot of calories! I would never use a regular exercise bike where you're staying in this fixed static position.

[@trainingtall]

Nice, Anders! That definitely is the better choice to go, in my opinion! Glad you found a biking modality that works great for you!

[@worldpeace1822]

I’d argue that cycling isn’t so great on your back either when you tend to lean forward to much while not working your muscles due to sitting all the time.

[@vincem5]

i am an avid cyclist but started having mid back and shoulder pain from the static cycling position. so i turned to rowing to strengthen those areas and it worked like a charm! i do 30 min sessions twice a week at 2min/500 pace. but the arms do struggle with it and its a walk in the park for the legs. hoping arm strength shall come soon. ( weedy cyclist arms lol)

[@DagnyKight]

I dropped 30 pounds and developed my cardio capacity with a recumbent bike. Now I'm ready to mix it up! These videos are great for learning how to row properly! I do HIIT on the bike so I'm one of those pro-focus at all times people.

[@trainingtall]

That is AWESOME! Way to go! Keep up the great work - I hope you can soon apply your HIIT to the rowing machine, too!

[@DagnyKight]

@@trainingtall You should have a website and have people pay you to review videos of them rowing and give advice. I've been watching your videos and I could use someone telling me if I'm doing it right! PS-I'm doing the recumbent bike and now the rower because I'm dealing with arthritis in my knees and I put on weight from not being able to workout like I used to. My knees are now good enough to do this kind of low impact work.

[@lauraclellan9944]

I do both-yes both can be boring but there are great HIIT videos for spin and row that are great workouts for when you can't get outside to ride or row.

[@trainingtall]

You've got the right idea, Laura! I totally agree with you!

[@melz685]

I tried a rowing machine at my friend's gym a few weeks ago. I loved it! And it looks like I had the technique down pretty good... not bad for a beginner. If I ever get a piece of equipment for my home, it will be a rower, for sure! Thanks for the video.

[@trainingtall]

Awesome, Mel! The rowing machine is particularly tough to get the hang of - but it sounds like you're a natural! Keep up the great work!

[@waltblackadar4690]

MelZ, make sure it's a Concept 2 rower. It's a grand but frankly there's a massive gap between that one and anything else. There's a reason that all of these types of videos show people on the C2.

[@JohnFarnham-dn4fo]

Very easy to put together. I love how smooth it is. Great equipment for the price. Definitely recommend. I love how you can save room.

[@feyisbored]

Just started rowing and i keep feeling like im on a Roman slave ship towing away to nowhere😂

[@trainingtall]

Haha whatever works!

[@stephanielakin4666]

My rowing machine had been ordered and coming next week. I'm going to be on a Viking ship. Thanks for the inspiration.🤣

[@jamesdean44775]

This is why I DONT like rowing.

[@izzylippold4296]

Rowing for life!!! :D I also love a good spinning class, however I disagree that cycling has no injury risks! To make it physiologically useful exercise you need a certain intensity, and when the resistance on the bike is increased many people find it hurts their knees since they are unable to utilize the quads and hamstrings.

[@trainingtall]

You make an excellent point! Resistance exercise worked in with either of these two movements would help reduce that risk! Thanks for the insight, Isabell :) Have an awesome day!

[@loristrachan8633]

What about utilising their glutes too? I have moderate osteo in my right knee, go hard in spin classes and seem to come off pain free. Also, it might depend on bike ergonomics and how a person positions their body in the attack? For me spin and rowing are the most beneficial ways to do low impact cardio.

[@danielmocsny5066]

Any form of exercise can cause injury to some people. Cycling is merely less injurious overall than high-impact exercises like running. If you join a cycling club, you will see plenty of old cyclists, but you don't see a lot of old runners. Some of those old cyclists will be former runners who had to give it up for cycling.

[@TheLg1985]

I love cycling. It's one of my favorites along with rowing. If you cycle consistently, your butt only hurts first time or 2 and then not anymore (at least for me). On days I cycle, I then focus on upper body weights, and throw in a row session as well 👍🏻 I'd be down to see any other comparison video of cardozo exercise machines with rowing. 😊

[@trainingtall]

I want to make more comparison videos for sure!! Thanks for watching! And I am glad you've found routine that works for you!

[@YDENbluffynation]

here in 2020, but bro, honestly I don't get why you only have that much of subs, I think your contents, channel deserves x100 subs, 파이팅!

[@trainingtall]

Means a lot, man! Thank you! I'm trying my best!

[@montanablue7960]

The very first time a used a Concept Rowing machine was back about 1990. When I used it the trainer said I had perfect form right off the bat. I have always wanted to buy one, but have never been able to afford one. Great machinge.

[@conor2329]

The best exercise is the one you are going to stick with dont complicate it 💪

[@mmommo-hx4dx]

Cannot even. wait to hop on the rower again at the gym.....did my share of spin classes.....love this video....

[@DemonCreep]

I row on my pull day and cycle on my push day. It's glorious.

[@debbie7771]

Great video. My gym finally just got a few rowing machines. Can’t wait to do a workout.

[@trainingtall]

Awesome, Debbie! Have you tried your first rowing workout yet?

[@debbie7771]

Training Tall yes. I did two 15 minute workouts after my walking workouts last week. I’m going to try 20 min this week. It’s harder than I thought and I’m really going slow and making sure to get the form down for now. I throw my back out easily so I’m being super careful. I lost 17 pounds last year and it hasn’t gone out since so I’m hopeful it’s gotten stronger. Trying to keep it that way. I’m really enjoying your videos. Thanks!

[@trainingtall]

Woo!! That is great, Debbie! Keep it up :)

[@ericfanucchi7120]

I have Elliptical, Bike, and 2 different styles Rowing. In regards to calorie burning Elliptical is King and 4 times what I burn on rowing or cycling. It’s also 4 times the sweat. Measure your water weight sweat displaced with a scale before and after..

[@trainingtall]

Rowing is very form-based while elliptical is not! That is why you are experiencing this! But with more practice, rowing would win out!

[@xuchenglin6256]

You sure the calories reading in your elliptical is accurate? From a power perspective, given same power output, there shouldn’t be big differences between sports. Maybe it’s just the intensity you put out there is not intense enough on bike and row?

[@martinaxe6390]

For me, indoor cycling is for staying in shape during winter or bad weather. I use rollers for indoor cycling, so I need to be more focused than I do when rowing. Fortunately, with KZbin I can find scenic cycling videos and structured training workouts. All that said, I do find rowing to be more fun. I have friends who hate rowing. I look forward to it every time.

[@jeffbienvenu9937]

As a very old man ;), I prefer to do both plus a nordic trak ski machine on non consecutive alternating days with some weights on the other days. Trying to avoid over use repetitive motion injuries

[@zebfross]

Honestly this is why I like CrossFit so much. We get to row and cycle along with everything else; just super fun!

[@loristrachan8633]

What I recently discovered is that after doing a few weeks of really intense spin classes (2 - 3 times a week) is that the energy system I use for cycling has increased my stamina with rowing. So I can now reach 1000M in just on 5 minutes @ 90 - 100W. Not bad for an old chooky!

[@trainingtall]

Rock on, Lori! That is awesome! Spin classes are SO much fun! Keep up the great work!!

[@danielmocsny5066]

Yes, aerobic fitness is well-known to transfer between the various aerobic exercises to a large degree. That is how triathletes can excel in all three phases despite most of them having a background in only one of the three. If you have bicycled for ten years, you probably won't need ten more years to reach a comparable level in, say, running. Just enough cross-training to develop the technique, and your aerobic fitness will carry over. Many cyclists in cold climates are also speed skaters.

[@RDaMyth]

One aspect of rowing not mentioned is breathing; really pumps a lot of oxygen into frontal lobes. Plus much easier to set up a Tabata HIIT (8 rounds of 20 seconds full out 10 second rest)usually do after a steady 2K row. I do stationary bike because I enjoy cycling and want to keep the legs in shape in bad weather.

[@amandasoto1563]

I would wear a sauna jacket with both the rawler and cycle and I sweat more than running at 4.8 speed for 30 min.. I loved it BTW, properly hidrated is key.. coconut water etc..

[@veganlifestyleloveanimals1744]

The best is whichever one you like and will do. Either one is good.

[@trainingtall]

Short, sweet, and 100% correct!

[@vapoet]

If you are at the gym, you can do both or switch off from session to session. Rowing is my favorite, but the bike and elliptical are also fun. (Can't run so treadmill is only for walking.)

[@pokrec]

I trained power lifting / crossfit for 6 years along with cycling (stationary). My doctor said me, that I should defintely stop power, anaerobic exercises (I am strong myopic and there is risk of retinal detachment) and I just bought the magnetic rower for home use. I just want to train also the upper muscles, not only legs (that are pretty well developed because of bicycle training). If I can burn more calories - it is pretty nice, since I still have some fat to burn. Thank you for your vids! They are well done, instructive and quite motivational! And thank you for your English - it is so clear, that I can understand it as well as my native Polish! Greetings and be healthy!

[@trainingtall]

Thanks for the kind words and I am glad that my speaking helps you understand! I have not received that comment before so that means a lot to me! Happy New Year to you and your loved ones!

[@drumsnbass]

Went on the Big A & bought a tablet holder that clamps on my model E. Bluetooth the tablet to a radio, and watch KZbin or movies this way!

[@trainingtall]

AWESOME!

[@davorinrusevljan6440]

As a young boy I used to row, now as old man, I am using my bicycle to get where I need to. I must say boat is more beautiful. But I must admit that bicycle is more convenient for daily commute to work! That is unless you live in Venice!

[@trainingtall]

Cycling is definitely more convenient! I agree with what you've said here! Keep up the great work, Davorin!

[@stillencharger]

Funny thing i did both today, 22 min each one

[@trainingtall]

Nice!

[@craigross341]

4:14 "..cycling is an easy motion". Try a Wattbike. You'll learn, if you cycle regularly, to "unload" the non-working leg (and so essentially follow the pedal around without making the working leg do extra work), and also to avoid trying to "lengthen the crank" - push at bottom dead centre. If you train regularly your legs start to just flick over at high torque and (say) 90 rpm, and you produce a lot of power without local muscular pain in your quads, which is what most newby riders experience. On the subject of calories, in 1994 I was tested on a run to failure in the lab, so we know I could only do 5L flat out - 1500 kcals an hour if I could sustain 100%. One hour ago on the Wattbike I did 318 kcals in 20 minutes, but that was 10 one minute efforts, and next-to-nothing one minute recoveries. Basically I did over 250 kcals in ten minutes, or - if I could sustain it - my 100% maximum from nearly a quarter of a century ago. Bikes work if you can persist long enough to build some endurance in your legs.

[@michaelrhine3152]

Commenting for the KZbin algorithm

[@PeterSdrolias]

Both are great. But, you can’t compare a stationary rower to my gravel bike that I can take anywhere. It allows me to get away and decompress while getting my exercise. Oh, btw if you follow a training program on TrainerRoad you will quickly find out how amazing cycling really is.

[@EspenFrafalne]

I think both machines are great. The rower of course gives the best upper body workout, but the bike is of course the best for training muscles i need for bikepacking and stuff. I really hate having to push myself up some of the hills around here, which often keeps me not riding my bike at all. Using an exercise bike, i am no longer dictated by terrain, and can keep exercising at an intensity and duration that works for me. Keeping this up throughout the coming winter should make those hills much easier next season.

[@plmn93]

The biggest pro to cycling is that it is training for actual outdoor riding which is far more fun and engaging than any indoor exercise. Sure some people actually have a boat and a place to row outside, but very few. Lots of people have bikes...and with a trainer you can use the same bike indoors and out. In the end, it's not the type of exercise that determines your success, but whether or not you stick with it. And you're much more likely to stick with something that you enjoy. But yeah, it does take more time to get a good workout in on a bike and usually a concerted mental effort to keep my heartrate up. In any case, I do enjoy these videos, I have found them very informative as we consider a rower to replace our treadmill, which my aging knees and feet don't really allow me to use anymore.

[@natashac1862]

Both! Lost 3 pounds in a week! 3 days a week rowing 500 cals (or 50 minutes) and 2-3 days spinning 50 minutes (516 cals). ☺️👍

[@trainingtall]

Awesome!!

[@samanthabird5816]

This was super well worded! I do both often! I teach a spin class 2-3x per week and I row at my house or at crossfit!

[@trainingtall]

Thanks, Sam! That's awesome!

[@georgegoodyear9631]

Thank you for taking the time and trouble to give such considered and useful advice.

[@flipperedwards4416]

Very helpful video. Thanks. This is motivating me to start using the rowing machine at the health club. By the way, the seats on the bikes are the reason I stopped going to spin class. They really hurt your butt. I have no idea why the manufacturers insist on making seats like that.

[@paulrogers6225]

M fitness routine for the last 4 years has been an "every other day at the gym" for 2 hours each session. Each session consists of 30 mins of YOGA STRETCHING -15 mins of HIT ROWING - 15 MINS of HIT CYCLING - 30 MINS on The ELLIPTICAL - 30 MINS of FREE WEIGHTS - PLUS I JUICE with 32oz of a homemade blended BEET/VEGGIE/SPINACH/YOGURT/ PROTEIN SHAKE every day. This regiment will give you a nice lean look in about 6 months. GUARANTEED.

[@trainingtall]

Very nice! Sounds like you've got a great routine that works for you, Paul!

[@maxinelara]

Thanks for this!! My family just got a rower and this made me super excited for it!!

[@anthonypeterson428]

Recently got a water tower. Much nicer than a Concept II. It is smoother at the catch and actually sounds like you are in a rowing shell.

[@anthonypeterson428]

Rower

[@sunvavachi]

This was a good video. I'm doing a spinning class today for fun with a friend. Personally don't like doing it. But my friend wants to haha. I prefer rowing, stairmaster and weight training with it.

[@trainingtall]

Nice, Sunethra! How did the class go? Hopefully is was a lot of fun :)

[@sunvavachi]

@@trainingtall went good! It wasn't bad. If definitely do it again once or twice in the month! :)

[@JohnDoe-np3zk]

Long time rower just getting back into the C2 model C thanks for convincing me not to do cycling it's nowhere near rowing anyway. And yeah even rowing can hurt the tush. I have the pad with the cutouts which helps...

[@trainingtall]

The pad helps for sure!! Thanks for the support, John!

[@JohnDoe-np3zk]

@@trainingtall I have the heart monitor going now pulled a 1:52 500 m and a 3:56.3 1000 m bet I would struggle on an under 8 minute 2000 m my endurance sucks!

[@JohnDoe-np3zk]

@@trainingtall did 8x500 intervals today with 2 mins rest between them. Pyramid style 1:58 on the 4th one, 2:08 average of all. Heart rate never over 140 BPM. Focus on technique. 23 SPM.

[@superfob54]

I'm running right now. Started off at 264 pounds, lost 30 pounds in 2 months, (diet in addition to the running). Even though I'm losing weight, I'm not sure how well I'm doing on maintaining/building muscle in the process, so I'm focusing on fat loss, not just losing a bunch of water weight and a bit of muscle, I want to become in better shape. I'm hoping rowing will help with this. My main issue is that it focuses on the back, and I'm worrying I'll develop my back muscles, but not my chest muscles, as well- I want to develop everything in balance. Is there anything else I can do that will achieve for my chest, legs, what row achieves for the back?

[@trainingtall]

Hey Brandon, if you want to develop chest muscles, you'll definitely want to throw in other things such as pushups. But rowing will give you good leg development too!

[@chadcleary7821]

I very much enjoy your videos. The information you give is useful and well instructed. I have worked on improving my rowing technique and have watched several of your videos to help me with that.

[@williamjamesrapp7356]

IF YOU DO NOT HAVE THE BIKE PROPERLY ADJUSTED -- YOU CAN CREATE INJURY -- Knee Injury if not adjusted correctly and it can translate to Back and Neck injury if you do not have it adjusted right

[@trainingtall]

Totally agree!!

[@mnemotronic]

Another challenge for cycling is that improper setup of the bike can actually cause physical problems. For example seat too high or too far forward or back. I'm a cyclist so I'm more in tune with what can go wrong with bike fit. I feel that cycling might require more practice and conditioning before "going hard". If I don't give myself a couple months of easy-moderate effort before starting to hammer, my knees will suffer.

[@rodhurst5831]

I have both and have refined down to alternate sets of 20 minutes on each several times throughout the day.

[@davidsimons5764]

You can use cycling shorts which have some cushioning

[@trainingtall]

A great idea, Dave!

[@bikerdivarolling4333]

Excellent points in pros/cons of each machine workouts. I typically just did stationary bike(2 yrs) but got bored. I felt immediately after rowing EVERY muscle in my entire body as biking is legs only yet great cardio burn. I'm 60, 6'2 @ 170 lbs &recoverying from bilateral pneumonia w/lungs @56% now. Anyway thank you great job!! I will alternate between the 2 for variety but rowing certainly tones/tightens & had me feeling every muscle working PLUS cardio 👍thank you again! I'm adding weights to strengthen muscle loss. Pulmonologist says MRSA pneumonia is the worse & I nearly died. In ICU for 2 weeks & grateful for a new year, new me 🥰🙏🙏❤.

[@trainingtall]

Thanks for taking the time to watch! Glad you liked the video! And it sounds like you are off to a great start! Keep up the amazing work!! Happy New Year!

[@billcarrington5289]

Hi Austin Enjoy your videos, they’ve really helped me. I was a competitive swimmer and realized early on that competitive success depended as much on natural talent and who shows up rather as who works the hardest. It’s become obvious to me I don’t have a lot of natural rowing talent but I really enjoy the feel of the workout. I still swim a lot and see people swimming who are pretty slow but clearly working hard, looks like a lot harder than me, and they have to go longer to do the same distance as me, are they getting a better workout? You mention in this video a “con” of the rowing machine is the need for good form. In terms of exercise is this actually a con or just a measure of efficiency? My question is do you think a guy with bad form can get a good workout and burn as many or maybe even more calories as someone with good form, who can log a lot of distance, in the same amount of time? Or takes twice as much time to row the same distance as you?

[@Arizona-wl8kv]

Your "stuff" falling asleep 😴...I love it lol

[@sermike16]

Thanks, I've been wanting to introduce more resistance workouts in my routine. Rowing it is! Time to feel like a viking

[@SoulFire209]

Did my first two rowing workouts after mcl strain. Great way to stay in shape with knee recovery. I can cycle too, but agree it’s not as great of a workout.

[@glowchet]

I’ve been thinking about a row machine ! Now to decide on which one within my budget

[@crimson050]

Very helpful and informative video!

[@trainingtall]

Thanks, Carlina! I'm glad you think so!

[@213213123213]

Cycling wins for me every time, but outdoors. Indoor training is for power intervals, and you don't multitask when you're doing those... you drip with sweat and feel like you're going to die every few minutes...

[@trainingtall]

I totally agree! Especially for a cyclist like yourself, that's the best way to use an indoor bike!

[@GundamCollection]

I often did 1 hour cycling cardio sessions. Another con is, the bent over upper body position and the head tilting upwards for long period of time is very unnatural. The neck becomes somewhat stiff and awkward. Rowing better full body workout I think, toning the muscles and get better posture overall.

[@Darkshadow-oq7rs]

Rowing is super under-rated. People think it's easy until they attempt a sub-7 2km.

[@trainingtall]

So true!

[@TititoDeBologay]

Cycle for HIIT, Rowing for LISS. alternate after Strenght work sesh.

[@trainingtall]

I like it!

[@TititoDeBologay]

Thanks It's been working great for me.

[@carbonunit57]

I have been rowing for years with my Concept 2 parked in front of a TV. You do need to develop your mind to do it and keep good form.

[@clair233]

Got back on the rowing machine after a month break yesterday - I went to the cycle- and wow did I feel it 🤢

[@trainingtall]

I bet you did! just try to keep consistent in the upcoming months! You've got this!

[@BooksWithBrad]

Dude I feel ya. I havent rowed in 10 months because I starting biking on Zwift but now my Trainer is out for warranty so i brought my rowing machine back out. Did a 5km off the start and now my lungs hurt lmao

[@lifesymphony2024]

When i row, i race with another boat on the screen. I set the speed and distance, then i race with the boat. It is quite exciting and motivating. Every time i go, i either increase the speed or distance.

[@trainingtall]

I am glad that is a motivator for you! It can make the workouts very fun!

[@Lornext]

Rowing is my choice, but I do both.