Although adults should do around 150 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise a week, according to the Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans, how you choose to do that exercise is entirely up to you. There are plenty of ways to get your activity in, whether you like to go for the newest machine in the gym or prefer to lace up a pair of the best running shoes and head outside. But if you’ve ever wondered how running compares to rowing in terms of calorie burn, we’re here to help.
Both running and rowing can contribute to your weekly cardio and exercise goals, but they vary in terms of impact, the muscle groups they engage, and the potential risk of injury. To find out more about the benefits of both forms of exercise, and help you decide which is best for you and your goals, we put the two forms of cardio head-to-head.
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