Opinion
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Before You Can Paddle Board, Learning To Swim Is A Must
Knowing how to swim is considered a vital life skill, yet there are around four billion people across the globe who haven’t mastered it. This is pretty surprising considering that swimming is more than just a pastime or hobby — it can actually save your life in many different types of situations. Knowing how to swim also opens up a wide gamut of sports for you, including stand up paddleboarding (SUP).
Is Sup Yoga Better Than Yoga On Land?
I’ve been yoga instructor for over 15 years, and a SUP instructor for over 5 years and combining the two was what made my yoga practice more focused, more aligned and more purposeful than ever before. And I’ve been asked by many of my students, “Is SUP yoga better than yoga in the studio?” Better? Maybe.
Why Sunglasses Are Vital For Protecting Your Eyes While Paddleboarding
Did you know that sunglasses are also a vital accessory to have while paddle boarding? Here are a few key reasons why you need a reliable pair of sunnies to enjoy the sport properly.
What’s For Supper? Keto Supports Healthy Bodies On The Water
Keto diets are taking over the athletic world, followed by such famously fit people as Tim Tebow and Jillian Michaels. There’s no doubt stand up paddleboarders are athletes, and with SUP growing in popularity and competitiveness, it's no wonder that many paddlers are also turning to a ketogenic (keto) diet to improve their fitness and endurance.
Stand Up From The Crowd With A Sup Party
When planning an event or party, finding a fresh and exhilarating central activity that everyone can enjoy can be a tough task - until you discover stand up paddle boarding, that is. SUP participation rates across America have rocketed from 1.1 million to 2.8 million people in the first half of this decade alone, and it’s not hard to see why.
Tipping Point: When Is Your Sup Too Small?
As the sport of standup paddle surfing has progressed, we have seen the size of boards come down from the 11 foot range into the sub 7 foot range in the quest for more surfing performance.
Diving And Stand Up Paddle Boarding: The Perfect Pals?
On the face of it, deep sea diving and stand up paddle boarding couldn’t be more different. After all, one takes place on the surface of the sea while one takes place deep below. But with diving being a very popular sport in the USA (almost three million people a year are believed to take part), it’s perhaps time for SUP aficionados to think about trying it out as something new.
Top Reasons You Need An Inflatable Paddle Board
Stand up paddle boarding is climbing in popularity around the world and becoming readily accessible to anyone and everyone.
The Sunscreen Dilemma
As the sun rays warm your skin and you meditate in the rhythmic pulse of the waves, you shouldn’t have to ruin your break by worrying that you’re not doing enough to protect yourself and the marine life that is living beneath your feet.
How To Stay Motivated for Paddling
Is your paddle motivation as high as it could be? Follow these tips from Joshua Chant to help manage your motivation and ensure it is always high.
How Can You Relieve Stress & Anxiety With A Sup Weekend Getaway?
It’s estimated that 40 million Americans live with some kind of anxiety disorder, leaving them feeling anxious or stressed on a regular basis. However, despite the prevalence of stress and anxiety, many people are still unaware of how to manage the condition efficiently.
What Are The Mental Health Benefits Of Sup?
Year after year, Google Trends continues to report an increase in the participation rates in stand up paddleboarding. From first-timers taking a class while on vacation, to long-time enthusiasts, it is easy to see the attraction to the activity. SUPing can be fun, relaxing, and an amazing way to stay in shape.
Are You Taking The Right Supplement?
Chasing health, anti-aging, staying young, keeping up with the latest health trends…I find these attributes true for most paddlers. But aside from that nutritious food you consume and those vitamins and minerals you take, do you know what the best supplement when it comes to health and longevity?
Enhancing Your Balance for Paddleboard Success
Balance extends its benefits far beyond paddleboarding, significantly impacting our daily lives for the better, especially in today's era of desk jobs and poor posture.
Protecting Our Ocean Environments Through Paddle Boarding
The evolution of stand up paddle is creating the worlds next environmental advocates. As more paddlers explore their own local waters more is being uncovered on what is polluting our liquid playgrounds. Did you know the United States has 13 National Marine Sanctuaries? Four of which are located on the California Coast. These protected waters are the underwater versions of our US national parks.
Do’s And Don’ts For Watching Marine Life
As paddlers we have a duty, a responsibility, to respect nature and share our playground responsibly with those that own it, wildlife.
Winter Suping: How To Stay Warm In Frigid Temperatures
As winter settles rubber thickens and sessions tend to get shorter. Wetsuit technology has come a long way and continues evolving every single season.
Why Paddling In Spring Is Awesome
Paddle boarding in the springtime can be an incredibly enjoyable and rewarding experience. Not only is it a great way to get out on the water and soak up some sun, but it also offers a number of physical and mental benefits. Here are 4 top reasons to get out there as spring approaches.
The Benefit Of Stand Up Paddle Boarding For Kids
Stand Up Paddle Boarding is growing and getting the attention it deserves from people of all ages. I, for one, enjoy going out with my family and glide above the surface of the water while we soak in warm rays as we paddle. What my teenage daughter isn’t aware of is that she’s not only having fun while working on her tan, but she’s also getting a great workout too.
Top Stand Up Paddleboarding Trends That Defined 2025
2025 marked a clear inflection point for stand up paddleboarding, as the sport continued its evolution from niche watersport to a technically refined, globally competitive, and lifestyle-driven discipline.