Sculling Burns Calories and Allows You To Enjoy the Water (Fitness Training)

Omar realizes that
the more he rows the more
the rust falls off. He will
need to hydrate with some coconut
water he brought with him. 

I used to scull and row, and I recently got back into it in San Diego, which has a pretty strong rowing community. I enjoy being on the water while getting my exercise in—there’s something uniquely calming about gliding across the surface and taking in the beauty of the bay. It doesn’t really matter where you’re rowing; what matters is that you’re out there, connected to nature, experiencing the real world long before everything could be replicated in virtual reality.

That said, it actually could be pretty interesting to try ERG rowing with a virtual headset. I’ve never done it, but I imagine it could be a fun and immersive experience. For now I prefer the real stuff. 

Whether you’re rowing indoors or outdoors, you’ll quickly notice how many calories you burn. It’s a highly engaging sport, with roughly 500 or more calories burned in an hour, which is significant. There’s also the benefit of short, intense HIIT-style intervals, where you push through bursts of maximum effort.

The coxswain plays a big role in this process—constantly calling out, pushing you, and demanding that everyone pull their weight. Their ability to spot inefficiencies in stroke technique, arm position, feathering, and overall movement comes from years of experience.

I strongly believe in engaging in a variety of sports so you can use different parts of your body and naturally develop diverse skill sets. I hold both a fitness trainer license and a yoga license, and I’ve participated in many sports throughout my life. If you’re looking for a little guidance or support, feel free to send me a message and we can set something up.