is the rowing machine a cardio workout?

Sid1988

I used to HATE the rowing machine but now i love it.

Am just wondering, would it fall under a cardio workout or weights? i up my rowing level quite high and i can really feel it in my arms like i do when i do weigh training. .

Thanks.

DavPul

Cardio

nz_deevaa

Cardio.

Wonderob

I've heard that anything involving over 20 reps should not be considered weight training so rowing definately should be considered cardio

Jynus

I've heard that anything involving over 20 reps should not be considered weight training so rowing definately should be considered cardio

yes and no. it`s more time related than rep related. the anaerobic wall can need as long as 30min to be reached if you`re going at a low enough intensity. and i saw a sweet youtube vid of a bodybuilder lifting like 500lbs for 23 reps, I doubt anyone would consider that cardio.

but you do have the right idea, once you`re past the 20 rep range, what you are doing is more muscle endurance. the strength pathways aren`t near as active and cardio pathways are def more fired up. the bodies energy systems do have a fair bit of overlap. it`s not like ok, the lactic acid system just shut off, body is powered by cardio system now. it`s more like one system ramps down in power made, while the other ramps up and they overlap and contribute at the same time.