Rower or Total Body Workout Machine

BobJ19956

Which do you think I would get more use out of ... the Weider Total Body Workout Machine or an inexpensive rowing machine (Stamina Body Trac Glider)?

Notes:
1 - I'm on a budget and simply cannot afford a Concept rower
2 - I've already got a bunch of other exercise equipment in my home gym including weights, treadmill, elliptical, & stepper. Right now I only want to compare the TBWM and rower.
3 - I'm 62 and just want to lose weight and firm up - not into body building. More like body preservation.

I like the idea of having a machine which is versatile & multi-function, plus the TBWM apparently can be used as a basic rower.

But I really like the idea of having a dedicated rower ... KISS.

Suggestions anyone?

20yearsyounger

I just placed an order for the stamina glider so i can tell you how it works in a week. Needed it in case I don't want to go 15 mins to the gym in order to use their concept2.

WalkingAlong

I've had a good rower and a Total Body Gym and didn't use either much, and sold them both. I hear that's common. Can you buy one or the other used on Craigslist and then resell it if it doesn't wind up getting used?

BobJ19956

I'm sure I could resell them but would most likely take a loss. But then most of the equipment I have now was used and I bought it cheap - works fine. Think I'll do a little research to see what muscle groups these machines target and figure out which ones my current workouts are missing. Not trying to become Superman but it would be nice to get out of the BMI obese category.

WalkingAlong

You probably know this but you have everything you need now, but if new equipment motivates you to exercise more, that's good, too!

If you find you're a little short on stuff that works your back muscles (especially the 'pull' motion a rower hits), there are cheap resistance band and pull-up bar solutions, too.

Good luck!

SweatLikeDog

The TBWM seems to work the same muscles as a decent suspension trainer without having to use bodyweight. I prefer bodyweight. My routine exercises revolve around a pullup bar, pullup rings for supsension moves, pushup stands, and a few kettlebells. I don't miss any major muscle groups, get a fantastic workout, and find it easy to adjust intensity.

fitandfortyish

I agree with Walking--you already have what you need to get the results you are looking for. II'm not familiar with a TBWM but have a concept 2 which I LOVE. Imo, if you decide to buy a rower, wait until you can afford the c2's, they are excellent machines and you will get a full body workout. Sometimes the lower priced machines are cheaper, because they're cheap. You may find you don't use it....

20yearsyounger

I researched the muscle groups for rowing before I added it to my fitness routine. Should be easy to find if not here is a link

https://images.search.yahoo.com/search/images;_ylt=A0LEV014ZVZULFYA8kzBGOd_;_ylu=X3oDMTB1bTYwMnIzBHNlYwNzYwRjb2xvA2JmMQR2dGlkA1RBVVMwNzBfMQ--?_adv_prop=image&fr=ipad&sz=all&va=muscles+worked+rowing

BobJ19956

Thanks for the link. I decided to go with the rower and just ordered it. Many sources claim it is a good machine for an overall full-body workout, plus you have the cardio impact. Probably better for my weight loss goal. Thanks to everyone for their comments.

20yearsyounger

Mine just arrived today one day earlier than expected. I'll put it up tomorrow. Happy rowing.

cw106

hi bob, did your row machine arrive yet?
plus, how you getting on with elliptical in meantime?

20yearsyounger

by the way bob, it doesnt really hit my pecs and triceps as much. pushups are some equivalent would take care of that.