what is a rower

A rower can refer to two different things: a participant in the sport of rowing, or a machine used for exercise or training that simulates the action of watercraft rowing. The machine is also known as an indoor rower or a rowing machine, and it is often called an ergometer or erg for short because it measures the work performed by the rower. Modern indoor rowers are designed to exercise or train competitive rowers, and they have become popular as a cardio workout because they have very little risk of injury. Rowing machines offer a low-impact, high-intensity workout that has many health benefits for the body, including strengthening major muscle groups in the arms, legs, and core, improving cardiovascular health, increasing endurance, and burning calories. Rowing is a full-body workout that targets the quadriceps, calves, glutes, and other major muscle groups. Indoor rowing has also become established as a sport, drawing a competitive environment from around the world.