Non Weight Bearing

Rowing and the WaterRower is totally non impact and hence does not put any unnecessary stress on the joints.

WaterRowing is a seated exercise removing all the body weight from the ankles, knees and hips.

The WaterRower also moves the limbs and joints through a full range of motion, form completely extended to completed contracted.

Working the joints in such a way enhances joint lubrication and can help relieve joint ailments.

"One of the main advantages of rowing outdoors or using a WaterRower machine is the sitting position of rowing which removes the exerciser's body weight from the injury-prone hip, knee and ankle joints and therefore reduces the potential of impact injury to these joints commonly associated with aerobic exercise."

- Dr C Everett Koop, Former US Surgeon General