16/01/2026
Have you tried this?
Here’s why I’m such a fan of SINGLE ARM WORK.
Twisting hydrates the fascia in the lower back region, decompresses the neck, and lets the shoulder move with the torso instead of fighting it.
✔️Single-Arm Rowing Frees the Spine
When you row one arm at a time, your body naturally enters a twist.
The result? More mobility, less impingement.
➕ Bilateral Pressing = More Compression
When both arms move together, the spine often locks down, and the neck and spine bear the brunt of the tension.
Over time, that leads to stiffness, headaches, and limited range.
Single-arm rowing lets your body rotate, shift, and breathe - like a living system, not a lifting robot.
➕ Split Stance = Real-World Stability
Rowing in a split stance ties the upper body to the lower through the fascial sling system - the same cross-body pattern used when you walk, run, or throw.
It turns a one muscle movement into full-body coordination: foot → hip → core → hand.
It also reduces lumbar extension (low back arching) and forces your core to stabilise dynamically.
So if you care about functional strength, shoulder longevity, and athletic movement - start rowing like a human, not a machine.
Single arm. Split stance. Train the spiral, not the symmetry.
