Rowing machines aren’t only beneficial to rowers who want to stay fit in the off-season. Anyone who wishes to become physically fit can benefit greatly from a rowing machine. Like any other piece of fitness equipment, a rowing machine can burn calories and build muscle.
However, unlike treadmills and exercise bikes, a rowing machine can deliver a full-body workout as the rowing motion stimulates all major muscles— your legs, core, back, and arms. You also develop stronger forearms from gripping the handles the entire time.
One of the leading brands for exercise equipment, especially rowing machines, is Sunny Health and Fitness. They have a diverse array of products that are within an affordable price range, giving fitness enthusiasts a good indoor fitness machine for a reasonable price.
The Sunny Health and Fitness SF-RW5864 Magnetic Rowing Machine delivers a wide range of rowing motions for the arm, which you can customize to fit your fitness needs.
Why Choose a Full-Motion Rower Over a Traditional Rower?
Compared to a traditional rower, a full-motion rowing machine emulates an authentic rowing experience, giving you a range of intensity levels that will challenge your body and keep you motivated.
Full-motion rowing gives you a greater range of motion, hitting more muscle groups than a traditional rower. From your upper back, abs, arms, shoulders, and glutes, a full-motion rower can give you a good full-body workout without having to leave your house.
Sunny Health & Fitness SF-RW5864
One of the leading providers of affordable rowing machines, Sunny Health and Fitness is best known for producing high-quality health and fitness equipment that won’t break the bank. For over a decade, they’ve continuously given home fitness enthusiasts the best value for their hard-earned cash.
Dimensions
The machine measures 73L x 24W x 42H inches when fully assembled and weighs 98.4 lbs. If folded, the full-motion magnetic Rowing Machine takes up even smaller storage space as it measures only 38L x 24W x 65H inches.
Warranty
Sunny Health & Fitness offers a three-year warranty for the structural frame of their rowing machines, while other parts and components come with a 180-day warranty. It’s always best to confirm with the vendor before purchasing as they may add an extra level of protection from the date of purchase.
Assembly
The full-motion magnetic rowing machine requires a bit of patience and effort as it takes about 45 minutes to assemble. The good thing is that every purchase comes with guidelines and instruction manuals to help you set up and disassemble everything quickly and easily.
Build quality
Even for a budget-friendly rowing machine, the Sunny Health and Fitness rower offers a solid, durable build. Its solid steel frame comes with a padded seat and handles to provide maximum comfort during the most intense workouts. Textured foot pedals also keep your feet in place to ensure you don’t slip in the middle of rowing.
Weight Limit
The machine’s strong frame can support a maximum of 265 lbs.
Features
- Tablet holder. Equipped with a snug holder for a tablet, you can conveniently follow your favorite exercise videos while on the machine. However, not all mobile devices will fit snugly in this holder so make sure to check if yours fits before adding it in.
- Non-slip foot pedals. The indoor rowing machine is equipped with oversized non-slip foot pedals that fit all sizes. It also has a textured surface to give its users safe footing throughout the most rigorous rowing workouts.
- Wide-contoured seats. Padded seats promote proper blood flow and comfort during prolonged and intense workouts.
Resistance levels
Athletes and fitness enthusiasts alike can customize and control the intensity of their workouts with the Sunny Health and Fitness Full-Motion Magnetic Rowing Machine. It comes with eight different resistance levels that you can conveniently adjust to with a simple twist of a knob.
Automatic digital monitor
Equipped with an advanced digital monitor, the full-motion magnetic rower monitors your time, stroke count, and total stroke count to help you stay on top of your fitness goals.
- Scan mode. The digital monitor comes with a scan mode that displays your progress and assists you in monitoring your fitness goals.
- Automatic on/off feature. Once you start rowing, the rowing machine’s digital monitor automatically turns on. If the machine detects no motion after four consecutive minutes, its power turns off immediately.
Storage
Designed for quick and easy storage, the Sunny Health and Fitness Full-Motion Magnetic Rowing Machine is built with transportation wheels that enable you to move it across the house without breaking any sweat. Conveniently, its sliding rail folds upright, allowing you to store the indoor rower in compact spaces. All you have to do is fold, tilt, and roll it into storage.
Weight
Compared to a water rower, the full-motion magnetic rowing machine is more lightweight at less than 100lbs.
Very quiet
Magnetic resistance rowing machines deliver smooth rowing motions—quietly. The same can be said about this full-motion magnetic rower by Sunny Health and Fitness. It doesn’t generate noise at all. Unlike other indoor rowers such as flywheels, it doesn’t produce friction, perfect for those who want to work out in silence.
One-of-a-kind
There’s only one free-motion magnetic resistance rowing machine in the market today. Currently, only Sunny Health and Fitness is producing such a unit.
Customer Reviews
It seems like most customers are enjoying this one-of-a-kind rowing machine. Consumers have reported they enjoyed the rowing experience and the results of their workout after a few weeks of using the machine.
While some find it tedious to assemble, even with diagrams and guidelines, the all-around workout that it provides makes all that trouble worth it. Moreover, the rowing machine would be better if it didn’t have a slight rocking motion or if it provided consistent magnetic resistance. Despite this, most comment on its great effect on the core and the equipment’s overall sturdiness.
Final Thoughts
The Sunny Health and Fitness Full-Motion Magnetic Rowing Machine makes an excellent choice for athletes and fitness enthusiasts who want the authentic rowing experience indoors. If you want a long-lasting yet affordable rowing machine for home fitness, this machine should fit your needs perfectly.