Rowing is one of the toughest exercises you can put yourself through. As someone who got started with rowing more than 10 years ago, I can tell you that there is nothing like doing the real thing on water. I used to train for races, so there was always a motivation to do better and try to beat a record. But not a lot of folks can afford to pursue rowing professionally. That’s why having a good rowing machine at home is helpful. You can get an intense workout in without having to take a small trip every time you feel like rowing. Rowing burns a lot of calorie and helps you shape your body.

If you are looking for a good home rowing machine, here are 10 effective rowing machines to consider:

Lifecore R100 Commercial Rowing Machine: this is not for the faint of heart. It’s one kick butt machine that will get you in shape whether you want to or not. Comes with 16 resistance levels and 15 preset programs and 4 heart rate control programs compatible with Polar HRM products.

Kettler Kadett Outrigger Style Rower Rowing Machine: one of the best rowing machines on the planet. It’s not super expensive but very powerful. Training computer provides info on time measurement, number of oar strokes, speed of strokes, distance covered, and …

BodyCraft VR100 Rowing Machine: tough rowing machine with 6 resistance levels (1 air resistance and 5 air and magnetic resistance) that helps you burn a lot of energy fast.

ProForm Cardio Glide Plus Rowing Machine: lets you do more than 70 different exercises for toning shoulders, back, chest, and arms!

Stamina 15-9003 Deluxe Conversion II Recumbent / Rower: Combination rowing machine and recumbent exercise bike for total body workouts. Kill two birds with one stone.

HCI Fitness Sprint Outrigger Scull Rowing Machine: a wonderful, fairly affordable rowing machine that fits in any home and simulates actual rowing.

Stamina 1215 Orbital Rowing Machine: a rowing machine with full range-of-motion rowing that mimics rowing on the water that is great to build up your stamina.

Stamina 1205 Precision Rower: comes with multifunction fitness monitor tracks speed, distance, strokes. Great way to get some intense workout done from home.

Stamina Body Trac Glider 1050 Rowing Machine: comes with adjustable gas-shock resistance. It’s cheap and gets the job done.

Kettler Kadett Outrigger Style Rower Rowing Machine: simulates real rowing. Supports 250 weight capacity.

There you have it. Rowing is not the only exercise you should on a daily basis, but it’s one that you should add to your daily routine. It makes you more fit and helps you feel better on a daily basis.