NOHrD rowing machines

Why choose a NOHrD rowing machine?

NOHrD, part of the WaterRower/NOHrD group, makes premium, durable fitness equipment from wood, handmade in Germany. The brand stands for luxury design and top quality: a NOHrD machine is just as much an eye-catcher in your interior as a serious training machine. For you, that means a handsome, solidly built machine that lasts a long time and that you leave in view with pride. Take a look as well at the other fitness equipment from NOHrD.

Characteristic of the WaterGrinder is the combination of water resistance and a wooden construction. A paddle moves through a water tank, so the resistance scales automatically with your effort: the more powerfully you grind, the heavier it gets. There is no dead moment, which gives a fluid, natural motion, with the characteristic, calming sound of water. This way you train low impact and controlled, without shock load.

The WaterGrinder is moreover a real upper-body machine. On it you intensively train your arms, shoulders, back and abdominal muscles, while your core works hard to keep you stable. That makes it excellent as a supplement to cardio in which you instead use your legs, and interesting for anyone who wants to train their upper body in a targeted way, from fitness to strength and endurance.

Which NOHrD WaterGrinder suits you?

The WaterGrinder comes in various types of wood and versions, always with the same function but a different look. This way you choose the model that best suits your interior and taste.

You want a warm, classic look: Then the versions in oak or cherry wood are a beautiful choice, with a timeless, natural look that fits in virtually any interior.

You want a luxury, dark look: The version in walnut wood gives a rich, dark and exclusive look, the most premium in the range.

You like a robust or vintage character: The Vintage Oak and the Club Sport offer a tougher, characterful appearance, beautiful if you are looking for something special.

You are looking mainly for the true-to-nature rowing feel of water: All WaterGrinders work with water resistance. Do you instead want a classic, seated full-body rowing machine with water resistance, then take a look at our range of water-resistance rowing machines.

The NOHrD WaterGrinder explained

Inspired by sailing

The WaterGrinder is based on the grinders from sailing: the crew members who, with pure muscle power and endurance, turn the winches to hoist the sails. On the WaterGrinder you make that same turning, grinding motion, standing and with your upper body. This way you train your arms, shoulders, back and core in an intensive, functional way.

Natural water resistance

A paddle moves through a water tank, so the resistance scales automatically with your effort. The harder you work, the heavier it gets, without a dead moment. That gives a fluid, true-to-nature motion and the soothing sound of moving water, exactly the water resistance the WaterRower/NOHrD group is known for.

Wooden design and rotatable touchscreen

The WaterGrinder is handmade of wood and available in several types of wood, from oak and cherry to walnut, vintage oak and club sport. The touchscreen is easy to operate and can be turned to both sides, and offers programmes such as time and distance training, a versatility drill and a competition mode. On the screen you see, among other things, your turning speed, time, distance, power in watts, calories and, with an optional chest strap, your heart rate.

What to look out for when buying a NOHrD rowing machine?

What kind of machine it is

Important to know: the WaterGrinder is an upper-body trainer, not a classic rowing machine on which you push off with your legs while seated. On it you mainly train your arms, shoulders, back and core, standing. Are you looking for a full-body rowing machine that also puts your legs to work, then an ordinary rowing machine is more logical; do you instead want to train your upper body in a targeted way, then the WaterGrinder is ideal.

Look and type of wood

The WaterGrinder is just as much a design object as a training machine. Choose the type of wood and version that suits your interior and taste. Bear in mind that the wood occasionally requires care with wood oil, to preserve the handsome look.

Space and use

The WaterGrinder is a standing, compact machine that requires little floor space, but does have the necessary height. Measure your space carefully in advance. Do you want to protect your floor or measure your heart rate, then also take a look at the rowing machine accessories, such as a protective mat, a chest strap or the matching wood oil for maintenance.

Our advice: The NOHrD WaterGrinder is an excellent choice if you want to train your upper body in a targeted way on a special, handmade machine that you leave in view with pride. Let the type of wood and look weigh in alongside the function, and consider in advance that this is an upper-body trainer and not a classic full-body rowing machine. Feel free to come and try it out in our showroom, because the grinding motion is what you feel best yourself.

Who is a NOHrD rowing machine suitable for?

A NOHrD WaterGrinder suits sportspeople who want to train their upper body in a targeted and low-impact way on a premium machine:

• Design lovers who are looking for a handmade, wooden machine that is as beautiful as it is functional.
• Sportspeople who want to train their upper body, aimed at arms, shoulders, back and core.
• Sailing and water-sports enthusiasts who want to build up their grinder strength and endurance functionally.
• Those looking for a supplement to cardio in which the legs are mainly loaded.
• Sportspeople with sensitive joints who want to train low impact without shock load.

Are you looking for a classic, seated full-body rowing machine or a cheap entry-level model, then another type is more logical. Do you instead want a unique, handmade wooden upper-body machine with natural water resistance and a luxury look, then NOHrD offers with the WaterGrinder a special, strong choice.

Need help with your choice?

Would you like to buy a NOHrD rowing machine but are you not yet quite sure which version best suits your wishes and needs? Then we are happy to help. You can reach our specialists by phone on +31 85 773 00 57, send an email or visit our fitness store in Volkel, the Netherlands.

Frequently asked questions about NOHrD rowing machines

What exactly is the NOHrD WaterGrinder?

The WaterGrinder is a handmade, wooden upper-body trainer with natural water resistance, inspired by the grinders from sailing. On it you make a turning, grinding motion while standing, with which you mainly train your arms, shoulders, back and core. So it is not a classic, seated rowing machine, but a targeted upper-body machine with a luxury, wooden design.

Which muscles do you train with the WaterGrinder?

The WaterGrinder focuses on your upper body: your arms, shoulders and back do the most work, while your abdominal and core muscles work hard to keep you stable. Unlike on an ordinary rowing machine, you do not use your legs as a drive, which makes the WaterGrinder an excellent, targeted upper-body workout.

How does the water resistance work?

A paddle moves through a water tank filled with water. The more powerfully you grind, the more resistance the water offers, so the intensity scales automatically with your effort. There is no dead moment, which gives a fluid, true-to-nature motion, with the soothing sound of moving water.

In which types of wood is the WaterGrinder available?

The WaterGrinder comes in several versions, including oak, cherry wood, walnut wood, Vintage Oak and Club Sport. Each version has the same function, but its own look, so you choose the model that best suits your interior.

Is the WaterGrinder suitable if you have sensitive joints?

Yes. The motion is low impact and kind to the joints, and the water resistance scales with your effort, so you can build up calmly. Because you mainly use your upper body, it is also interesting if you want to spare your legs. However, with complaints or in rehabilitation always consult your doctor or physiotherapist first.

Can I try out a NOHrD WaterGrinder first?

Yes, in our fitness store in Volkel you can view and try out the NOHrD WaterGrinder before you choose. This way you feel the grinding motion and the natural water resistance yourself, and see the types of wood in real life. Feel free to drop by or call us in advance.