The Velocity Exercise magnetic rower is one of the best magnetic rowing machines that you can get at the moment. It’s actually pretty similar with the , but comes for a better price.
Just like most rowing machines within this price/capability range, the Velocity CHR-2001 offers an excellent aerobic exercise setting, making a great choice for home use. Due to its variety of workout programs and resistance levels, this machine can without a doubt, supply a diversity of workout possibilities. Therefore, if you’re looking for a for your daily cardio, this rower is definitely one to look at. And this post should cover just about every aspect about it.
The console is telemetry enabled, and tracks pulse via a heart rate chest strap which is included with the rower. It also features a Pulse Recovery function, which rates your pulse after your workout. To use this function you need to press down the Pulse Recovery button for 1 minute, and via the chest strap, the console will rate your heart rate F1 – F6 (F1-best, F6-worst).
Other than this, the console is pretty easy and straightforward to use. It has a Start/Stop button, two arrow buttons for resistance or scanning through the programse, and Enter button for selecting values and of course, the aforementioned Pulse Recovery button.
One of the easiest fitness machines to assemble, this Velocity rower only requires you to attach the front base to the main frame, the gliding rail, the seat and the footrests. The console, along with the “insides” of the machine, are already connected and covered by the plastic shrouds. The manual included with the box offers excellent step-by-step guidance through the whole process. The tools required for the assembly are also included. The whole task shouldn’t take longer than 20 min.
Maintenance doesn’t require too much hassle either. Since it’s a magnetic resistance machine, there’s no wear and tear to the braking system, so you don’t have to worry about replacing brake pads. Basically, the whole maintenance only requires you to keep the seat rail free of any debris that might cause damage to the rollers. Also, if it begins to squeak, some silicone-based lubricant should solve the problem.
In case you may have missed any of the positive aspects of this rower, here’s a summary:
The Velocity Exercise CHR-2001 magnetic rowing machine provides just about everything you would want from a magnetic rower. Diversity in workout routines, variable resistance, and an excellent setting for a consistent daily cardio workout, are some of the main benefits that this machine will bring into your life. Above all, it comes with an excellent price/quality ratio, and it’s a pretty solid machine.