Row-N-Ride Squat Assist Trainer for Glutes Workout

Updated after 10 days of use: I have been using this product for 10 days, 15 minutes a day, pulsing for 30 seconds every 3 minutes otherwise using a full range of motion. After 4 days I felt confident to start using 1 resistance band during my 15 minute workout. I was able to burn 100 calories in a 15 minute workout. I lost 2 inches on my hips ONLY adjusting my workout routine by using this product. Day 1: black pants. Day 10: gray pants. Noticeable tightening and toning. No weight loss.Day 1 of use: First of all, I bought this machine used on here with a major imperfection for $42. I figured it was worth a shot after looking at the dB method and realizing that it was out of my budget. Honestly, I liked this one more because this one also works the upper body. The imperfection on my machine was a missing bolt that allowed the seat to communicate with the handle bars—I just found a bolt wah-lah! And the monitor came completely smashed. I wasn’t planning to use that anyway since I look at my Nokia fit screen for my calories and heart rate ( I have a heavy duty stand that attaches to any of my workout equipment to display it). Anyway, the machine provides a superb workout. I already have larger thighs but need some toning in my glutes so I was worried that this machine would over work my thighs, and was looking for a machine that isolated my glutes. What I can say is that with this machine, you feel no burn in your calves, but you feel an intense burn in your lower mid back/butt, and latts. I never thought I would own a piece of cardio equipment that worked out the lower back so efficiently. I would NOT rely on this machine to tone your upper back and arms. You are going to need a rowing machine for that. BUT WOW, this machine is so worth it because it does isolate the glutes, and an unbelievable lower back workout that is way more fun than Superman’s. I have a resting heart rate of 48 and I did this machine for 10 minutes and my heart rate was a steady 130 the entire time with no added resistance bands. It’s not a great cardio exercise, but it’s awesome that it is isolating key muscle groups that are really hard to isolate on any other machine. ONE THING TO NOTE. On the DB website it shows you can isolate your triceps by working out with the seat, you can also do that with this seat as long as you put 2-3 resistance bands on the seat. You cannot work your abs with this seat because it’s not piston driven—it’s driven by your own body weight with resistance bands. Hope this helps you guys. If you are considering this machine even for a moment, it’s seriously worth it. Best Buy I’ve had in awhile.

INCREDIBLE value. Feels like the whole-body effort you'd get on a rowing machine, without the discomfort of prolonged sitting. Pretty easy to assemble, VERY easy to use. Can be quickly adjusted for different bodies and proportions, or if you want to focus on a different range of motion. Tucks away easily into a corner. IMO this is an excellent deal—great workout for a low price.

Just arrived. Assembly was pretty intuitive and only took about 30 minutes. Did about 20 reps on first try with all 3 bands. I am old and out of shape. I will reduce the bands and work myself up to all three bands. I think this will work! So far, pleased with my purchase. The cost was reasonable, and so far, the quality seems good.

Why did you pick this product vs others?:This exercise equipment is a surprisingly effective full body workout. The product folds up and stores easily. There are three tension ropes at the bottom which changes the difficulty level. You are primarily using your own body weight, so increasing the difficulty is very easy. The goal is to try to use your arms as little as possible and focus on speed intervals with varying range of depth and you'll be sweating in no time. Value for money:Great value for someone that needs to save space but still wants a home gym.Slip resistance:This thing will move around the floor if you don't have anything for it to grip underneathAdjustability:I'm 5'8" with long legs, my fiancé is 6' 2" and we both use this machine without any issues. Weight:Fairly light - feels like 10 lbs

I rarely submit reviews, but after nearly 4 years of great service from this rower, I felt obligated to leave one. I got this machine in 2020 during Covid shut downs when my legs were cramping up being on zoom for many hours a day. I get on for about 8 minutes every morning on full resistance. It took me about a year to work up to that and it was part of the last half of losing 90 pounds and trying to do enough strength training to not lose muscle. For the record, I am now 61 years old (female) and am fitter than I have ever been and am maintaining a healthy weight and am still getting stronger. I also do gym workouts and play pickleball, but this machine has been my every morning machine and it is versatile. It gives a good leg workout (glutes, quads) and if you vary your pulling focus, you can also get good arm (biceps, triceps) and back muscles and I also learned to include ankle pumps in the rowing motion to alleviate a drop foot problem I had. I also had my knees both replaced 8 months ago, and now I have been using the machine to work on knee flexibility and strength. It also does not take up much room and has been working perfectly for 4 years and going strong! I recommend just getting on when you get out of bed and do 5-10 minutes before you shower. Easy to do, not too sweaty and a great way to get your body moving in the morning.

Arrived on time, assembly was easy, and it work wonders.. my body was in shock and feels good at the same time. Worked every muscle on my body on the first day of use. All sore up. I'll let you know more after a month of use, and see how it goes with the equipment.