How to Do Rowing Machine Steady State

Rowing Machine Steady State is a cardio exercise using machine, listed as intermediate in the A90 Training Club catalogue.

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Primary muscle

Cardio

Equipment

Machine

Difficulty

Intermediate

01 / Move with control

How to perform

How to do Rowing Machine Steady State

  1. 01Sit on the rower seat with feet strapped in and shins vertical at the catch position.
  2. 02Drive through the heels to extend the legs while keeping the arms straight and spine neutral.
  3. 03Lean the torso back slightly once the legs are extended and pull the handle toward the lower ribs.
  4. 04Extend the arms forward and hinge at the hips before bending the knees to return to the catch.
  5. 05Maintain a consistent stroke rate and breathing pattern throughout the duration of the set.

Same guidance shown inside the A90 app

02 / Anatomy

Muscles worked by Rowing Machine Steady State

Primary Stabiliser Inactive

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Primary movers

  • Quads Extends the knee, driving squats, lunges and jumps.
  • Core Stabilises the spine and transfers force.
  • Calves Pushes off the ground through the ankle.

Stabilisers

  • Lower back Stabilises the spine during lifts and bends.
  • Forearms Grips and stabilises the wrist under load.

03 / A90 Coach

A90 Coach tip

Drive with the legs first and only pull the handle to the ribs once the knees are nearly straight to maximize power transfer.

Same coaching engine used inside the A90 app

05 / FAQ

Rowing Machine Steady State questions

What muscles does Rowing Machine Steady State work?

Rowing Machine Steady State is catalogued as a cardio exercise in A90 Training Club, with the cardio as its primary muscle group.

How do you do Rowing Machine Steady State correctly?

Sit on the rower seat with feet strapped in and shins vertical at the catch position. Drive through the heels to extend the legs while keeping the arms straight and spine neutral. Lean the torso back slightly once the legs are extended and pull the handle toward the lower ribs. Extend the arms forward and hinge at the hips before bending the knees to return to the catch. Maintain a consistent stroke rate and breathing pattern throughout the duration of the set.

What is the A90 coach tip for Rowing Machine Steady State?

Drive with the legs first and only pull the handle to the ribs once the knees are nearly straight to maximize power transfer.

Is Rowing Machine Steady State suitable for beginners?

Rowing Machine Steady State is rated intermediate in the A90 Training Club catalogue.

What equipment do you need for Rowing Machine Steady State?

Rowing Machine Steady State uses machine.

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