Air rowing machines are often considered to be the closest mach to rowing on water. Air resistance gives a smooth rowing action and is usually preferred by enthusiasts.
On uuritud ka alkoholi mõju kasvuhormoonile (GH) ja testosteroonile. Leiti, et alkohol takistab kasvuhormooni eritumist, eriti öösel, kui kasvuhormooni loomulik eritumine organismis on suurim.