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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Komentáře • 711

  • @trainingtall
    @trainingtall  Před 5 lety +65

    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
      @youarerightboss Před 5 lety

      Rowing.

    • @Classyblackqueen
      @Classyblackqueen Před 5 lety

      Can rowing make your buttocks bigger

    • @jungle5507
      @jungle5507 Před 4 lety

      Unfollowed

    • @katyalderton8269
      @katyalderton8269 Před 4 lety +1

      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
      @robremington2394 Před 4 lety

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

  • @clash1977100
    @clash1977100 Před 4 lety +104

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

    • @trainingtall
      @trainingtall  Před 4 lety +8

      Much appreciated, Clive! Have a good one!

    • @claudiacanales2662
      @claudiacanales2662 Před 3 lety +1

      Does this burn more than a stepper?

    • @TrilobitesRTasty
      @TrilobitesRTasty Před 13 dny

      @@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.

  • @maximusblueline8546
    @maximusblueline8546 Před 5 lety +111

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

    • @trainingtall
      @trainingtall  Před 5 lety +11

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

    • @cld1237
      @cld1237 Před 4 lety +3

      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
      @moniquecobb9051 Před 4 lety +1

      AMAZING!!!!!! KEEP IT UP

    • @nickgage1438
      @nickgage1438 Před 3 lety +1

      How much do u row ?

    • @jeffpowers0214
      @jeffpowers0214 Před 3 lety +3

      @@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.

  • @marktwain368
    @marktwain368 Před 4 lety +99

    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
      @trainingtall  Před 4 lety +7

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

    • @crisg1741
      @crisg1741 Před 3 lety +3

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

  • @mwmann
    @mwmann Před 3 lety +19

    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.

  • @alisonlee4723
    @alisonlee4723 Před 6 lety +14

    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
      @trainingtall  Před 6 lety

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

  • @try2tri811
    @try2tri811 Před 6 lety +178

    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
      @trainingtall  Před 6 lety +6

      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
      @rufusprime99 Před 6 lety +2

      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
      @ilikelampshades6 Před 6 lety +4

      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
      @TheKingsGamingClub Před 6 lety +1

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

    • @loristrachan8633
      @loristrachan8633 Před 6 lety +2

      I reckon doing both is the best way!

  • @gettingbettereveryday350
    @gettingbettereveryday350 Před 5 lety +590

    Both are OK but everyone knows eating cookies is best.

    • @trainingtall
      @trainingtall  Před 5 lety +24

      Haha you know it!

    • @girlsdrinkfeck
      @girlsdrinkfeck Před 5 lety +2

      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
      @bikerdivarolling4333 Před 4 lety +11

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

    • @terrancemaloney29
      @terrancemaloney29 Před 4 lety

      EXACTLY

    • @ilissawalker7051
      @ilissawalker7051 Před 4 lety +1

      Lol..

  • @AnalogFoggy
    @AnalogFoggy Před 3 lety +11

    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!

  • @victropolis
    @victropolis Před 6 lety +133

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

    • @trainingtall
      @trainingtall  Před 6 lety +9

      Very true!!

    • @danielmocsny5066
      @danielmocsny5066 Před 5 lety +18

      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
      @piotrlisiak7205 Před 4 lety +3

      @@danielmocsny5066 You sould buy a sitting pad ;)

    • @porkfied
      @porkfied Před 4 lety +1

      @@danielmocsny5066 Excellent post,you are right.

    • @chaboi7
      @chaboi7 Před 4 lety +2

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

  • @trainingtall
    @trainingtall  Před 6 lety +26

    Happy New Year, friends!

  • @speedracer9132
    @speedracer9132 Před 6 lety +9

    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
      @trainingtall  Před 6 lety +1

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

  • @rayc.8555
    @rayc.8555 Před 4 lety +12

    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
      @amelitagm Před 4 lety

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

  • @j96rongway43
    @j96rongway43 Před 5 lety +28

    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. 👍🏾

  • @airborneSGT
    @airborneSGT Před 3 lety +5

    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.

  • @anneke_yep2407
    @anneke_yep2407 Před 5 lety +12

    Rowing definitely builds mental strength. Like really.

  • @michael16071982
    @michael16071982 Před 5 lety +13

    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
      @trainingtall  Před 5 lety

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

    • @girlsdrinkfeck
      @girlsdrinkfeck Před 5 lety

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

  • @georgegoodyear9631
    @georgegoodyear9631 Před 2 lety

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

  • @augustprice7550
    @augustprice7550 Před 6 lety +16

    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
      @trainingtall  Před 6 lety +1

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

    • @danielmocsny5066
      @danielmocsny5066 Před 5 lety +2

      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
      @plmn93 Před 3 lety +1

      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.

  • @ilanpi
    @ilanpi Před 4 lety +4

    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.

  • @kwc7391
    @kwc7391 Před 6 lety +11

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

    • @trainingtall
      @trainingtall  Před 6 lety

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

  • @chadcleary7821
    @chadcleary7821 Před 2 lety

    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.

  • @Geohillierneo
    @Geohillierneo Před 4 lety +17

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

  • @kennethh2430
    @kennethh2430 Před 3 lety +5

    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!

  • @maxinelara
    @maxinelara Před 4 lety

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

  • @Pastorlinda54
    @Pastorlinda54 Před 5 lety +4

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

    • @trainingtall
      @trainingtall  Před 5 lety

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

  • @chezaliee
    @chezaliee Před 4 lety +7

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

  • @zps272
    @zps272 Před 6 lety +9

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

  • @montanablue7960
    @montanablue7960 Před 5 lety

    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.

  • @ronishiahowze6494
    @ronishiahowze6494 Před 4 lety +5

    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
      @trainingtall  Před 4 lety

      Glad it could help!

    • @kokoyhawaii
      @kokoyhawaii Před 4 lety

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

  • @drumsnbass
    @drumsnbass Před 5 lety +7

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

  • @sidoney101
    @sidoney101 Před 6 lety +14

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

  • @JohnFarnham-dn4fo
    @JohnFarnham-dn4fo Před 10 měsíci

    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.

  • @billking8843
    @billking8843 Před 2 lety +1

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

  • @vincem5
    @vincem5 Před 5 lety +3

    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)

  • @stevekirkbride3211
    @stevekirkbride3211 Před 4 lety

    Thank you for a great explanation it really helps

  • @billcarrington5289
    @billcarrington5289 Před 3 lety +5

    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?

  • @samanthabird5816
    @samanthabird5816 Před 4 lety +1

    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!

  • @mmommo-hx4dx
    @mmommo-hx4dx Před 2 lety

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

  • @jaybain4337
    @jaybain4337 Před rokem +3

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

  • @jaithoon8973
    @jaithoon8973 Před 4 lety

    Thanks for sharing, great presentation

  • @agentred8732
    @agentred8732 Před 4 lety

    Thanks for this informative video!

  • @staceyvaas1210
    @staceyvaas1210 Před 5 lety +6

    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
      @trainingtall  Před 5 lety +2

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

  • @amandasoto1563
    @amandasoto1563 Před 4 lety +2

    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..

  • @hypstermyster
    @hypstermyster Před 3 lety +1

    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!

  • @debbie7771
    @debbie7771 Před 6 lety +4

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

    • @trainingtall
      @trainingtall  Před 6 lety

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

    • @debbie7771
      @debbie7771 Před 6 lety

      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
      @trainingtall  Před 6 lety

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

  • @ClintWoodrow
    @ClintWoodrow Před 6 lety +5

    Excellent video, just what I needed to decide between the two. Thanks

    • @trainingtall
      @trainingtall  Před 6 lety

      Glad the video could help you out, Clint!

  • @vpassociates3909
    @vpassociates3909 Před 2 lety

    Great video! Thank you!

  • @mottthehoople684
    @mottthehoople684 Před 4 lety +1

    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
    @w-james9277 Před rokem +1

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

  • @crimson050
    @crimson050 Před 4 lety +2

    Very helpful and informative video!

  • @TheLg1985
    @TheLg1985 Před 4 lety +4

    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
      @trainingtall  Před 4 lety +1

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

  • @johnbouttell5827
    @johnbouttell5827 Před 6 lety +1

    Hi Austin, that was an excellent comparison. I use a variety of machines: bike, Concept 2, elliptical and treadmill; you can use the E10.1 Nordic Track elliptical as either a XC ski machine or a stair climber. I found fell running in the Peak District the most intense cardio exercise; you have to haul your own weight up steep hills -- and keep your balance in the gravel, mud and wet tussocks. Best wishes and a happy new year, John

    • @trainingtall
      @trainingtall  Před 6 lety

      Sounds intense, John! I'd love to try out the Nordic track elliptical you are talking about. Happy New Year to you!!

  • @leyladelorme9311
    @leyladelorme9311 Před 4 lety +5

    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
      @trainingtall  Před 4 lety

      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
      @First.Last.99 Před 3 lety

      u still go?

  • @melz685
    @melz685 Před 6 lety +5

    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
      @trainingtall  Před 6 lety

      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
      @waltblackadar4690 Před 6 lety

      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.

  • @lauraclellan9944
    @lauraclellan9944 Před 5 lety +1

    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
      @trainingtall  Před 5 lety

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

  • @YDENbluffynation
    @YDENbluffynation Před 4 lety +5

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    • @trainingtall
      @trainingtall  Před 4 lety

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

  • @martinaxe6390
    @martinaxe6390 Před 5 lety

    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 CZcams 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.

  • @Eggcookie1
    @Eggcookie1 Před 6 lety +1

    Dude, happy new year. Painless rowing!

  • @glowchet
    @glowchet Před 3 lety

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

  • @EspenFrafalne
    @EspenFrafalne Před 3 lety

    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.

  • @miporsche
    @miporsche Před 5 lety +3

    I'm an avid cyclist both indoors and out. I've also rowed a bit. The calories burned depends on the effort put into the exercise. One can do that with either. I get a great workout in cycle class, partly due to the continuous coaching by the instructor and inspiring environment. I don't see much multitasking on any exercise in my gym--that would be a waste of time. I think most people really focus and put in the effort. The cyclists I know are for the most part focused athletes that will try their best to crush the competition on a ride. I appreciate your enthusiasm for rowing. I have a two good friends who rowed for college teams, and they agree with you.

    • @trainingtall
      @trainingtall  Před 5 lety +1

      You've driven home the right idea! Totally agree!

    • @buildingsweatequity
      @buildingsweatequity Před 5 lety

      Agreed. You're not holding 300W+ on the bike while typing on your phone. Also... unlike this video, proper form focus would have meant that your arms aren't locked out and your core is engaged. Proper muscle engagement throughout the complete rotation is also critical, and then there's trying to reach a cadence of 100+ for extended periods... I have personally put more time into biking/running and I can burn 1000c per hour on both. I've only recently gotten a rower so my upper body isn't anywhere near up to par to hold that kind of power, so my calories per hour tend to be much lower. My leg extension could literally rip the handle out of my hands after a few minute of rowing at the efforts that my legs can sustain, so I do have to ease off. This will most likely be true for most new comers to the "sport" of indoor rowing. Great videos, I'm learning a lot on my rowing!

  • @SoulFire209
    @SoulFire209 Před 2 lety

    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.

  • @stephanieramirez2947
    @stephanieramirez2947 Před 4 lety +1

    Great video thank you !!

  • @DagnyKight
    @DagnyKight Před 5 lety +4

    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
      @trainingtall  Před 5 lety

      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
      @DagnyKight Před 5 lety

      @@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.

  • @konstantina5217
    @konstantina5217 Před 4 lety

    Rowing for sure (at least for me), thank you!

  • @jeristowell2635
    @jeristowell2635 Před 3 měsíci

    Great info! 👍

  • @sermike16
    @sermike16 Před 2 lety

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

  • @LaughnCry27
    @LaughnCry27 Před 4 lety +2

    Dude amazing channel!!!

  • @kaattseyen2217
    @kaattseyen2217 Před 3 lety

    Thanks for sharing!!!

  • @Junileli
    @Junileli Před 2 lety

    Thank you for this.

  • @PetersonBlanc
    @PetersonBlanc Před 3 lety

    Great comparison video, my question is can you recommend any none equipment exercises that are similar to either to do if you can't afford any equipment. Like is squatting a very good substitute for rowing?

  • @flipperedwards4416
    @flipperedwards4416 Před 4 lety +1

    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.

  • @acbc3543
    @acbc3543 Před 5 lety +29

    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
      @trainingtall  Před 5 lety +4

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

    • @acbc3543
      @acbc3543 Před 5 lety +2

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

    • @scarred10
      @scarred10 Před 4 lety +2

      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.

  • @jeffbienvenu9937
    @jeffbienvenu9937 Před 2 lety

    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

  • @yomikosburger
    @yomikosburger Před 4 lety +2

    I appreciate this!

  • @RDaMyth
    @RDaMyth Před 4 lety

    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.

  • @AndersRapp
    @AndersRapp Před 6 lety +10

    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
      @trainingtall  Před 6 lety +2

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

  • @izzylippold4296
    @izzylippold4296 Před 6 lety +10

    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
      @trainingtall  Před 6 lety

      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
      @loristrachan8633 Před 6 lety

      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
      @danielmocsny5066 Před 5 lety

      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.

  • @worldpeace1822
    @worldpeace1822 Před 4 lety +7

    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.

  • @stellaofthelake3451
    @stellaofthelake3451 Před 5 lety +2

    Great video!!

  • @fazaelma
    @fazaelma Před 5 lety +12

    I really love rowing but not sure if it is best for me since I haven't worked out in 2 years and list weight. Would you advise against?

    • @trainingtall
      @trainingtall  Před 5 lety +5

      Rowing is a great option for ANYONE looking to get back into fitness and health. Go for it! I have an eBook coming out January 2019 that will help you get started on the right path to success!

    • @nativetexan6628
      @nativetexan6628 Před 3 lety

      Oh wow! This is really old. Sorry, I imagine he has updated his hair-do since then.

  • @rodhurst5831
    @rodhurst5831 Před 3 lety

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

  • @vapoet
    @vapoet Před 2 lety

    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.)

  • @PhilippensTube
    @PhilippensTube Před 4 lety +2

    What about rowing vs an elliptical trainer (crosstrainer)? What's 'better'. The crosstrainer is also a full body workout. I'm guessing it works the legs a bit more, but also the core muscles. How does it compare to the indoor rower?

  • @seasonings2taste115
    @seasonings2taste115 Před 4 lety +1

    When I"m achy and tired, I use the recumbent bike but I set the resistance up to 14 (my gym goes to 18 or 19) for 15 or 20 minutes. I always get sweaty doing that and keep my momentum up. Plus I can take that time to get connected to the wifi and get my playlist ready

    • @trainingtall
      @trainingtall  Před 4 lety

      Very nice! That's a great way to add in exercise even when you don't want to!

  • @zebfross
    @zebfross Před rokem

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

  • @DemonCreep
    @DemonCreep Před rokem +1

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

  • @georgecumming1
    @georgecumming1 Před 4 lety +2

    Thanks. I have been using a Concept for the last 16 years and love it, but have been thinking about getting a bike as my wife likes to cycle. Your vid confirms why I prefer to row and will therefore probably upgrade my rower. I like cycling too, but NOT indoors! May have to buy a bike too to save the marriage!

    • @trainingtall
      @trainingtall  Před 4 lety

      Haha do what you gotta do!!

    • @danielmocsny5066
      @danielmocsny5066 Před 4 lety +1

      I've done real cycling for decades and vastly prefer it to any form of stationary aerobic exercise. But the weather is not always friendly, particular during winter in Ohio. It's far better to maintain fitness with indoor exercise, than to de-train in winter and then suffer through regaining fitness when the weather improves. Oddly, I find stationary rowing to be somewhat less boring than stationary cycling, even though I am much more at home with the cycling motion. Maybe that's because on the rowing machine at least you move a little. The stationary bike feels wrong - I'm pedaling my butt off, but going nowhere.
      Of course in terms of real sports, cycling destroys rowing for most people, since we can bike from our front doors, whereas rowing is only possible in a few select locations with open water and a boathouse.

    • @First.Last.99
      @First.Last.99 Před 3 lety

      any updates on ur marriage?

  • @taylarogers313
    @taylarogers313 Před 3 lety

    I just got my stamina air today. I know it's no concept 2 but I hope it helps me lose this belly fat!! Great video

  • @BillBuck1972
    @BillBuck1972 Před 4 lety +1

    Good Video. Good advice.

  • @pokrec
    @pokrec Před 4 lety +4

    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
      @trainingtall  Před 4 lety +1

      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!

  • @ericfanucchi7120
    @ericfanucchi7120 Před 4 lety +2

    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
      @trainingtall  Před 4 lety +1

      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
      @xuchenglin6256 Před 4 lety

      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?

  • @sunvavachi
    @sunvavachi Před 5 lety +4

    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
      @trainingtall  Před 5 lety

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

    • @sunvavachi
      @sunvavachi Před 5 lety

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

  • @jrdtheace
    @jrdtheace Před 4 lety +1

    i really like your videos. i was deciding whether to invest in a rower or not since the concept 2 is pretty expensive; but your input has led me to the conclusion that I should get this. Workout for a lifetime ! i hope it will help my calisthenics; in terms of extended focus .

    • @trainingtall
      @trainingtall  Před 4 lety +1

      I think it really will! Very awesome, Jean! Happy rowing!!

    • @jrdtheace
      @jrdtheace Před 4 lety

      @@trainingtall day 3 of rowing i did 2KM in 8:44Min.
      its a challenge to ace every row with breathing and with legs, core , arms, arms , core , legs. loving it.
      love ur videos

    • @First.Last.99
      @First.Last.99 Před 3 lety

      for calisthenics, try Madbarz app, its crazy good and free

  • @superfob54
    @superfob54 Před 4 lety +8

    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
      @trainingtall  Před 4 lety +3

      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!

  • @doxasnob8137
    @doxasnob8137 Před 6 lety +1

    Thanks Ryan. I am a new subscriber and love your channel. What would be the best GYM EXERCISES FOR BICYCLING? Thanks!

    • @trainingtall
      @trainingtall  Před 6 lety

      That is a GREAT idea! I will add that to my video list!

    • @doxasnob8137
      @doxasnob8137 Před 6 lety

      Thanks! I am rockin' the rowing machine! I must be doing it right, its kickin' my butt!

    • @loristrachan8633
      @loristrachan8633 Před 6 lety

      Squats!

  • @myhealthyhabits123
    @myhealthyhabits123 Před 6 lety +4

    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
      @trainingtall  Před 6 lety

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

  • @JohnDoe-np3zk
    @JohnDoe-np3zk Před 5 lety +2

    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
      @trainingtall  Před 5 lety

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

    • @JohnDoe-np3zk
      @JohnDoe-np3zk Před 5 lety

      @@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
      @JohnDoe-np3zk Před 5 lety +1

      @@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.

  • @marinajauregui6695
    @marinajauregui6695 Před 3 lety

    Amazing 👏 ..what you think about stairmaster?