Lipids, a chemical family that includes cholesterol and fat, make up a major part of the average human diet. At 9 calories per gram -- compared to 4 calories per gram of carbohydrates and proteins -- fats serve as concentrated sources of energy to fuel your active lifestyle.
The Development of Rowing Equipment By Bill Miller This page contains information about the development of rowing equipment beginning about the end of the 18th century.
4. Lower-Body Workout. Perhaps one of the best rowing machine benefits is the workout they give the lower body. In fact, rowing enthusiasts consider rowing primarily a lower-body workout. The main leg muscles involved are the quads in the upper front of the thighs, however the calves and glutes (buttocks) also feel the burn.