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If done properly the rowing machine is primarily increases leg strength. Along with this however your lats, abs and arms may see a significant increase as well. That having been said weights will be more effective at increasing muscle mass though rowing will get you fitter as well.

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the main body part used is the legs the hips and back and core are also important rowing is unique in the sense that it uses every part of the body the misconception is that rowers need arm strength- but that is false- it is part arms but mostly legs

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When one rows they are using almost every single muscle in their body from the bottom of the leg to the top of your neck.

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