The WaterRower is a simple but highly effective machine that offers an excellent way to work out. In addition to helping you achieve your fitness goals, this one-package offer also helps maintain your overall health and keeps your heart healthy. It comes with various features designed to help you enjoy a full-body workout.
However, there are additional accessories you can buy to make your workout more effective and enjoy an even more delightful experience while closely monitoring your progress. Here are some of the best rowing machine accessories you can buy in 2022.
1. Rowing Cushion
The rowing cushion is designed to make your rowing experience more comfortable, which can encourage you to use your rower more often. Comfort while using the WaterRower is extremely important because if you are uncomfortable in your seat, you wouldn’t be motivated to exercise as much but the rowing cushion changes all this.
2. WaterBlue Dye
WaterRower WaterBlue Dye enhances the aesthetic appeal of your rower by giving the water in the machine’s tank a nice tint of blue. Tinting the water blue rather than the regular colorless feels good and enhances the overall look of the rower.
3. HiRise Adaptor kit
This accessory is made specifically for the user’s ease by raising the rower at least 8 inches so that you can have easier entry as well as higher positioning while working out. The HiRise Adaptor kit has a weight limit of 272 kg and it easily attaches to the rails. However, the assembly process requires a power drill.
4. USB Adaptor
A USB adaptor is a necessary accessory for most rowing enthusiasts. There are two main types of USB adaptors: a mini USB cable and a USB adaptor that can be connected with a monitor that allows users to access software such as WaterCoach Fit, NetAthlon, etc.
5. External Plug-in digital heart rate monitoring kit
The digital heart rate monitoring kit is another useful WaterRower accessory that measures your heart rate using ANT+ technology and displays the figures on the monitor. It has 1 external receiver and 1 digital belt transmitter.
The kit is compatible with the series 4 monitor as well as newer monitors and is plugged in externally, which means it can be placed adjacent to the in-built WaterRower monitor. The digital heart rate monitor allows users to calculate their fat-burning heart rate, resting heart rate, maximum heart rate, etc. Moreover, it has a maximum transmission distance of about 1.5 meters.
6. Internal plug-in digital heart rate monitoring kit
The internal plug-in digital heart rate monitoring kit comes with the same features as its external counterpart although it needs to be plugged in by removing the WaterRower monitor instead of plugging it in externally. It is also compatible with Series 4 monitors and other newer monitors.
7. Cleaning kit
This is a very essential accessory that is a must-have for any rowing enthusiast. It helps keep your rower clean and also preserves its aesthetic appeal. The cleaning kit typically includes a metal cleaner and plastic spray bottle, 1 Danish oil spray bottle, a cleaning cloth a pack of puritabs (3 tabs), and an abrasive pad that helps in the cleaning of the water tank. The cleaning kit is designed to help keep your rower at its best to ensure that it gives you the best rowing experience.
8. Protective floor mat
The WaterRower floor mat enhances the machine’s stability so that it does not wiggle or wobble as you exercise. It also protects your floor from damage due to the weight and pressure exerted on the machine. This is an important accessory that will keep your space functional and clean.
9. Rowing Gloves
Protective rowing gloves give you a better grip on the WaterRower handle to ensure that your hands don’t slip accidentally. They also protect your hands from injuries such as calluses or blisters to ensure that you row comfortably, for longer.
10. Workout clothes
WaterRower has a wide variety of exercise clothes that help enhance your comfort and confidence while working out.
11. Smart Row
SmartRow wirelessly transmits your workout data instantly to the smart row app on handheld devices such as smartphones. It measures accurate data of your workout and lets you keep track of your exercise output closely. SmartRow is available on series 3 water rower models or newer.
12. Starter Kit
The starter kit includes a cleaning kit, ANT+ digital heart rate monitoring kit, and a WaterRower mat. This all-in-one kit will save you a considerable amount of money compared to purchasing these items individually.
13. Waterrower Laptop stand
The laptop/tablet stand is where users can easily set their tablets or laptops directly to the rower. This accessory is ideal for participating in online rowing races such as Netathlon or We-Row of for users who want to exercise while watching a series or movie.
14. Oarsome rowing grip
This accessory fits over the rower’s handles and is designed to help users have a better grip and prevent common rowing injuries such as sore hands and wrists.
15. Polar analog heart rate monitor
The polar analog heart rate monitor is a useful addition to your collection that comes with a strap which fits comfortably across your chest and a transmitter for transferring data to a wide variety of devices, including laptops and smartphones.
16. Protective cover
The water rower protective cover is designed to help keep the rower free of dust and other weather elements. It is equipped with Velcro straps and zippers to close. The cover is made of durable canvas-like material. However, it is neither water resistant nor waterproof and it’s not compatible with A1 modules and the M1 series.
17. USB F to Mini USB adaptor
This adaptor is typically connected to series 4 V.2 USB cable in order to connect the female USB port to a male mini USB port. This comes in handy when you want to connect a male USB port to your tablet or phone.
18. Danish oil
Danish oil helps keep your machine in shape, especially if it is wooden. It is commonly used on Oxbridge and classic walnut models. It is important to keep your rowing machine well oiled to ensure that the rails and rollers are operating efficiently.
19. Tablet and phone arm
The tablet and phone arm is compatible with all WaterRower machines. The accessory includes a phone attachment and arm, but the large and medium tablet straps need to be purchased separately. However, the arm is not compatible with the S1 and M1 models.
20. Home training DVD
The home training DVD is a guide that helps users through their workouts. It features in-depth tutorials that will help new rowers understand the proper rowing techniques and avoid injury while working out. It gives you useful insights on how you can reap the maximum benefit as you train to become a more productive and efficient rower.
The bottom-line:
Despite being a great machine as it is, there are several useful accessories that can make your workout routine more comfortable and beneficial. All the accessories listed in this article are designed to help you get the most out of your workout.
