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Training for Over 80 to Become A Stronger Paddler

Jim Dreeben, a retired CPO of Peconic Paddler (53 years) is thriving in his 80s, still SUPs and even competes in kayaking. Here, he details his training regimen and tips on how to become a better and stronger paddler in your 80s (or any age).

How To Improve Performance In Sup Yoga

We’ve sat down with Dashama Gordon, one of the leading voices in the SUP Yoga movement to give us a few tips on how to advance yourself in SUP Yoga.

Tips To Enjoy An Injury Free Sup Experience

Whether you are new to standup paddle boarding or already pretty experienced, it can be useful to know a few simple tricks that can help you improve your SUP experience while helping you reduce the risk of injuries.

Sup Surfing Mistakes To Avoid

When trying something new we all start as beginners and either have help along the way or learn the rules step-by-step as we go learning from each experience.

Advantages Of Fly-fishing From A Sup

Do you love fly fishing? Have you ever tried fly-fishing from a stand-up paddleboard? It’s taking paddleboarding to another level that presents both advantages and disadvantages compared to fishing with your feet on the ground, from a kayak, or aboard a boat.

How Can The Superfood, Moringa, Enhance Your Sup Performance?

Chia seeds, golden flaxseed, and cacao powder are some of the top-selling superfoods in the world, but more potent provisions are constantly arriving on the shelves of our health food store, many presenting impressive findings from the scientific community.

Top 10 Sup Race Organizing Mistakes

There are several mistakes that can seriously undermine or completely ruin your stand up paddleboard (SUP) event.

Tips On Getting In The Water With Your Paddle Board

In the second episode to debut from SUP Surf Tips with stand up paddle surfing expert Sean Poynter, Sean teaches us how to safely get you and your stand up paddle board in and out of the water.

Ways To Avoid Too Much Sun Exposure While Paddle Boarding

Getting your much-needed vitamin D while paddle boarding is one of the perks of being on the water though it’s important to take note that too much sun exposure can be harmful and cause problems down the road.

Top 5 Beginner Mistakes To Avoid

We all make mistakes, especially as a beginner in anything new that we try. Stand up paddle boarding is no different and as one of the fastest growing sports in the world, there are tons of newbies that are participating in the sport on a daily basis.

Sup Foil 101: How To Choose A Foil For Your Sup

With so many different foil brands, wing sizes and mast sizes, how in the world are you supposed to choose the right one?

5 Ways To Take Care Of Your Skin While Paddle Boarding

Paddleboarding is an incredibly versatile sport that you can do as a pastime hobby or as a solid workout. As you paddleboard under the sun, your skin is vulnerable to UV rays and radiation. So, to ensure that you have a wonderful time outdoors without compromising the health of your skin, here are some ways to take care of it before standing on that paddleboard.

Top Things To Know Before Trying Tandem Sup

Paddleboarding is a fun and healthful activity that anyone can enjoy. The sport combines a low-impact workout, a nature trip, and a social event, all in one. Tandem paddleboards allow two or more people to ride on one paddleboard.

What To Know Before Purchasing Your First Paddle Board

When preparing to go out and purchase a new stand up paddleboard there are certain things that you should have in mind before making your purchase. First, decide whether or not you want to use it as a form of exercise or just for a comfortable day out on the water.

Best Carb Choices For Very Active Paddlers

Carbohydrates are a vital component of a healthy, balanced diet, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). They are also the primary source of fuel for nearly all types of exercise, including paddling, and are an essential dietary component for both athletic performance and overall wellbeing.

5 Basic Sup Yoga Poses For Beginners

Dashama Gordon is one of the leading voices in the SUP Yoga movement and together with her sponsor Starboard SUP, Dashama has come out with a series of SUP Yoga tutorials where she shares some standup paddle board yoga tips.

Sup Fitness: How Many Calories Does Paddle Boarding Burn?

How many calories do you burn while paddleboarding? Find out below.

Tips For Paddle Boarding During Pregnancy

Here, we caught up with World Champion Paddle Boarder Seychelle during her own journey to motherhood to share some tips for paddle boarding during pregnancy.

Essential First Aid Tips For Paddleboarding

Over 2.8 million Americans have taken up SUP or stand up paddle boarding, attracted by the opportunity to paddle calm sheltered water or surf the waves at the beach. It's a great way to enjoy a day on the water by yourself or with friends. If you follow the rules and have had some experience on the water, you should be able to enjoy a day of SUPing worry-free.

10 Tips For Paddling With High Anxiety Dogs

Learn 10 practical tips for safely paddleboarding with anxious dogs. Build your dog's confidence on the water while making every SUP adventure more enjoyable.

How To Keep Your Sup Dog Safe

One of the many perks of paddle boarding? Being able to take your dog along for the ride. There are risks to taking your pet paddle boarding and we want to ensure that they are just as safe as we are when on board.

Sup Foil 101: How To Choose A Sup Foil Board

Many board companies offer foil specific boards, you can have one custom made or you can even alter an old board you have laying around. Here are a few things to consider when choosing a SUP Foil board.

How to Plan a Safe Night Paddleboarding Trip

Whether you're chasing bioluminescence, escaping daytime heat, or simply enjoying the calm of twilight, here's what you need to know to keep your night SUP sessions both safe and unforgettable.

Surfer Nutrition: What To Eat To Catch The Perfect Waves

Most people believe that to improve your paddling, all you have to do is practice. Stand up paddling requires high amounts of stamina, energy and muscle function.

5 Things To Look For When Buying A Fishing Paddle Board

Fishing from your stand up paddle board (SUP) is an awesome alternative to fishing from your skiff or boat.

What To Avoid On A Sup Expedition

Things can and likely will go wrong at some point and no-one knows this better than some of SUP’s most experienced adventure paddlers Bart de Zwart and Gabriel Gray.

Benefits Of Storing Gear In A Safe Place

Let's face it. Buying a paddle board is an investment and one that is worth protecting. Nothing is worse than getting your new board and then dropping the ball on taking care of it. One way to protect your investment is to store your gear in a safe place.

How To Practice Paddleboarding Safely When You Have Diabetes

After becoming the Association of Paddle Professional's Overall World Champion of 2017, Fiona Wylde has proven that even people with diabetes can overcome challenges posed by the disease and reach the pinnacle of the fast-growing sport of stand up paddleboarding (SUP).

How To Paddle Through Waves

Paddling through the waves on your paddle board can be a difficult task if not done properly. Luckily, former International Surfing Association (ISA) World Stand Up Paddleboard Surf Champion Sean Poynter, gives us tips on how to successfully paddle through whitewater.

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.

Tips for Paddle Boarding if You're Overweight

Ever since modern paddle boarding was invented in the 1940s, it has become an excellent way for beginners and veterans alike to calm the mind, all while getting a full-body workout.

6 Dog Breeds Great For Paddleboarding

Some dogs are born to join you in the water, while others will take it a step further and try their hand—or paw—at paddleboarding. This lakeside or shoreline sport, which involves propelling oneself through the water with a paddle, is ideal for owners and canines who want to make more than a splash.

Nutritional Tips For Finding Balance On And Off Your Sup

In order to achieve good balance on your board, it is important that you have a good balance of nutrition when you’re off the board. So, check out these three tips that can supplement your strength training and improve your game.

Cross Training Workouts With Connor Baxter

Want to boost your paddling performance without even touching the water? This land-based workout routine, demonstrated by World Champion paddler Connor Baxter, is designed to improve your strength, endurance, and power.

Top Mistakes To Avoid In Sup Yoga

Dashama is one of the leading voices in the SUP Yoga movement and we had a chance to catch up with her. Some of her credentials include: hosting Yoga and SUP Yoga retreats around the world; having her own SUP Yoga board made by Starboard

5 Often-overlooked (and Critically Important) Sup Safety Practices

In this article, we'll take a look at 5 of the most commonly overlooked paddle boarding safety practices.

Tips For Stand Up Paddling With Your Dog

Would you like to experience a whole new level of adventure with your dog? Learn how to stand-up paddle (SUP) together! But before you set sail, let me remind you that this is not gonna be a walk in the park. There are a few necessary steps you have to take before you embark on a water adventure with your pup.

6 Essential Sup Safety Items That You Should Never Be Without

SUP safety is an important topic that unfortunately doesn't get the coverage it rightfully deserves. As our sport has exploded in popularity, it's attracted plenty of newcomers who have little or no experience when it comes to water safety. Due to this fact, it's absolutely critical that we all do our part to educate new paddlers on basic paddling safety practices.

Helpful Tips To Keep Your Paddleboard In Great Condition

Stand-up paddleboarding (SUP) has skyrocketed in popularity over recent years, gaining more than 1.5 million participants since 2013, according to the 2019 Special Report on Paddlesports & Safety. Acquiring your own paddleboard can be quite a substantial investment considering that a high-end model can cost in excess of $3,000.

5 Tips For Buying A Family Sup

Purchasing a stand up paddle board for your family can be a daunting experience. Paddle boards are expensive, and many people are afraid to make the wrong decision when buying a SUP.

What To Do Before Your First Downwinder

We’ve checked in with one of the most decorated downwind paddlers in the world, Maui’s Connor Baxter, to get some tips on what you need to know before attempting your first run.

How To Analyze Your Surf Break

Sean Poynter is one of the best stand up paddle surfers in the world, so when he stops to give some surf advice, you be sure to listen.

How To Lift A Stand Up Paddle Board To Avoid Injury

Often times, stand up paddle boards can be big, bulky and weigh a lot which can make the task of lifting the board quite difficult.

SUP Tail Design 101

Have you ever wondered why the tail of your paddle board is flat and square while the ones down the beach have rounded tails? There is a reason for the different tail shapes, and it’s not just cosmetic. A SUP’s tail shape is integrally tied to how the board is designed to perform. So if you’re shopping for a new paddle board, it is worth paying attention to the shape of the tail.

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.

Introducing Your Kids To Sup’ing

If you are keen to find an outdoor adventure that the entire family can enjoy, then pass on your love of stand up paddelboarding (SUP) to your children and you can look forward to enjoying the water together.

Body Detoxing: How Can Paddling Help?

Keep reading and learn why you must incorporate paddleboarding in your list of workouts for body detoxification.

5 Tips To Improve Paddle Stroke

In stand up paddle boarding, having a good paddle stroke is crucial to seeing results and improving skill level. Many of stand up paddling's top athletes stress that the paddle stroke is one of the most important, if not the most important, tool to master when paddling.

How SUP Can Help You Deal With Stress And Anxiety

SUP has a lot of benefits, both physical and mental. The former is more obvious, as SUP undoubtedly helps you build everything from a stronger core to increased stamina.

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.

Head Above Water: Simple Tips To Avoid Accidents When Paddleboarding

Every year there are drownings in State Parks, several of them occurring during paddleboarding trips, according to Colorado Parks and Wildlife. These unfortunate occurrences place further emphasis on SUP beginners learning how to avoid common mistakes.

How To Properly Fall Off Your Sup

Falling off of our paddle boards is inevitable. It's part of the process, sometimes even part of the fun. There is however a right and a wrong way on falling off of our SUPs.

How To Go On A Sup Expedition

We recently connected with Bruce Kirkby to get the inside scoop on Starboard's Sprint Expedition. Today, we're back with some pro tips on how to go on a SUP expedition.

What Type Of Strength Do You Need To Excel At Sup?

A study published in the journal BMC Sports Science, Medicine and Rehabilitation has found that even an absolute beginner who takes up SUP can make significant gains in their cardiovascular and musculoskeletal fitness.

5 Tips For First Time Sup Racers

When preparing for your very first SUP race it's important to be prepared and know what to expect from your first experience.

What Makes A Quality Sup?

With the explosion of stand up paddle boarding, many brands of SUP have appeared in the market. You can buy online, at specialty shops or sporting goods stores. You can even get them at big box stores. Prices vary from as little as $500 to over $3000.

A Beginner's Guide To Sup Yoga

Not only is Seychelle a top stand up paddle racer, she also is an expert stand up paddle yogi. When not training for a race or world record attempt you will likely find Seychelle channeling her inner chi and practicing and even teaching SUP yoga.

3 Foundational Tips For Stand Up Paddle Yoga

Breathe. Focus. Center. Regardless of experience level, always check in with your breath first. Why? Our breath is always real and honest with us.

Tips To Improve Your Sup Surf Performance

Now that you’re hooked to the feeling of riding waves you’re probably ready to step it up and start improving your skills.

7 Safety Tips for Stand Up Paddle Boarding

Today we're going to cover 7 tips that go a long way towards making your time paddling safer for you and others.

Could Your Shoulder Pain Be Shoulder Impingement?

The shoulder/upper arm is the most frequently injured area for stand up paddlers, accounting for 33% of all major injuries among people practicing this sport, as found in a study published in the Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine.

Sup Foil 101: Tips To Make Sup Foil Surfing Easier

Learning to foil surf can be both frustrating and intimidating. Here are a few tips from my own experience that helped me progress my skill level really fast.

Sup Surfing - Things To Know

We wanted to look into the essentials of what the average SUP surfer needs to know, so we asked none other than SUP surfing extraordinaire Sean Poynter.

Clothing And Its Sup Performance Impact

For some, SUP is a lighthearted frolic in the water, whereas for others, it’s a serious fitness regime; as the LA Times have noted, simply maintaining good posture during SUP is a serious workout.

What Is River Surfing?

What is river surfing? If you find yourself asking this question then here we have the answer for you! River surfing expert Alex Mauer dives into this question and explains not only what river surfing is but how it differs from surfing in the ocean and more!

The Common Misconception Of Stance

Recently, when spending time at the beach I’ve noticed a common error in people paddle surfing in the line-up: their stance.

Buoy Turn Tutorial with Connor Baxter

Join Connor Baxter, one of the best standup paddlers in the world, as he shares his expert tips for mastering buoy turns on a SUP!

Essential Maintenance Tips for Your Inflatable SUP

Do you ever wonder why some inflatable SUPs seem to last forever while others barely make it through a season?

Tricks For Making Sup-ing Just As Easy At An Older Age

More than a quarter of Americans over the age of 50 are not getting enough exercise, meaning that they’re more at risk for falls, broken bones, and other serious health situations.

Top Mistakes Made When Paddling With Your Dog

Taking your pup for a ride on your paddle board is a really fun way to spend more time with your furry friend while also getting some time on the water.

How To Do A Frontside Cutback On Your Paddleboard

Sean Poynter lays out some tips on how to do a frontside cutback on your standup paddleboard. When doing a frontside cutback there are a few key motions that you need to do in order to successfully execute one and here, Sean lays them all out on the table.

How To Keep Your Kids Safe On A Sup

Stand up paddle boarding is one of the fastest growing activities in the world, and with good reason: it's a blast! However, as with all water-based activities, 'safety first' is a good motto to keep in mind.

MAKING A SUCCESS OF SUP AS AN INDIVIDUAL WITH DISABILITIES

Should You Paddle Board With A Cold?

Cold and flu season is not a fun one, and if you have survived the season “flu-free”, consider yourself blessed. And if you are caught right in the midst of a cold or flu, you might wonder: “Should I work out? Should I train?”

8 Tips To Camp With A Paddleboard

This is just a small insight into SUP camping, hopefully these tips will help you out if you’re interested in trying SUP camping.

Tips For Paddle Boarding In The Dark

One of the greatest joys of stand up paddling is the versatility; you can get out during the day, which is often the way to go for most people.

How To Do A Crossbow 360 In 3 Steps

Want to learn how to do a backside 360 on a foamy river wave using a crossbow technique? Look no further. Expert whitewater SUP paddler Mike Tavares takes us step-by-step on how to do the trick.

How To Start Camping With Your Paddle Board

Camping isn't just about going outdoors and choosing a field to camp in! What I love about the outdoor activity is that it isn't just limited to walking or cycling, but there are a ton of things you can also do when in the water.

How Can Sound Sleep Prevent Injury And Boost Your Sup Performance?

Stand Up Paddle (SUP) is considered such a safe sport that it is commonly recommended for children adults alike. However, if you want to reduce your risk of injury while you are out at sea, or if you take part in competitive events, ensure that sleep is an important priority in your daily life.

How To Set Up A Tow

As a SUP coach or paddling in a group, at some point we may need to resort to towing. This may happen if a paddler becomes tired, equipment failure or you feel the need to train with some extra drag.

10 Sup Yoga Poses For Everyone

SUP Yoga is a popular yoga-fitness fusion involving practicing a yoga routine on a paddle board while floating on water.

5 Budget-friendly Sup Vacation Tips

Everyone likes taking vacations, especially to places with good waves and/or paddle spots (naturally), but finding the time to get away isn't always the problem. Gas, food, hotels, resorts, flights - none of these things are cheap. Today we're looking at ways to trim the fat off a hefty price tag while maximizing the fun, water-time and comfort on your next SUP vacation.

10 Intermediate Tips For Organizing Great Sup Races

Here are a few extra steps that can help take your event to a whole new level. It’s important to note, however, that these extra steps can have a major impact on the overall success of your event, ranging from funding and attendance to promotion and beyond.

Tips For Sup Surfing Beginners

Want to add in some excitement to your SUP routine and start SUP surfing? We’ve talked to some of stand up paddling’s best surfers and asked them to share their top tips for beginners.

10 Tips To Prepare And Pack For The Ultimate Sup Trip

Taking an overnight SUP adventure may seem daunting, and in a way, crazy. But it is surprisingly easy to pack and prepare. Take a look at our tips on how to best pack for the ultimate overnight SUP trip.

Hunter Harlow’s 5 Sup Fishing Tips

Want to start SUP fishing but need a few helpful hints? Here, BOTE SUP fishing ambassador Hunter Harlow shares his expert insight on SUP fishing and gives his top 5 tips.

5 Tips To Improve Your Sup Race Performance

Here are the top 5 tips on how you can improve your performance during a SUP race.

How To Catch A Wave On Your Sup

So you've mastered the basics and you're ready to catch yourself a wave. SUP Surf master Sean Poynter gives us the know-how on how to catch a wave on our SUPs. See his tips below.

How To: Install Fin On Threaded Fin Box

Our friends over at Pau Hana Surf Supply know a thing or two when it comes to standup paddling. They build and design some of the best paddle boards on the market and have tons of knowledge to share. Here, the team put together a nice tutorial on how to install a fin for an inflatable board with a threaded fin box.

Nutrition & Training: How Seychelle Fuels Her Body

Seychelle's nutrition regimen is likely a huge part of why she's been so successful as an athlete and keeping herself in top shape. To get a better idea of her routine and how she fuels her body we checked in with Seychelle and asked her a few questions.

How To Choose Gear For Sup Yoga

As one of the leading voices in the SUP Yoga movement Dashama Gordon knows a thing or two about Yoga and paddle boarding.

Best Stand Up Paddle Boards For Dogs

If you have been thinking about taking a weekend getaway to go paddleboarding with your canine friend, getting the best stand up board for dogs will be a great idea. The boards are crafted to be both safe and easy to use, which means you and your dog can create long-lasting memories and grow a stronger bond.

How To Install Fins On The Board

If you’ve never installed a fin into a stand up paddle board it can be a bit tricky to figure out.

How To Do A Cross Bow Backside Turn On A Paddle Board

The Cross Bow backside turn should be in everyone's repertoire as it's a really functional maneuver because of its relatively quick execution and its support in down-the-line surfing.

How To Get Your Kids Interested In Sup

Stand up paddle boarding (SUP) is one sport which requires bags of fun, lots of energy and plenty of water: what more could a kid want?

How To Ride The Line On Your Stand Up Paddle Board

So you've gotten the hang of catching waves on your SUP and now you're ready to start riding the line of the wave. SUP Surf expert and champion SUP surfer Sean Poynter gives us a tutorial on how to do so.

Sup Basics: What’s Your Swim Score?

Simplicity is one of the attractive features of standup paddle boarding. When you feel that first glide and realize “Hey, I can do this,” it’s easy to believe that all you need is a board and a paddle, but when you’re standing alone on a platform floating two inches above the water, a few more things are required, because a paddling excursion on any water body can quickly turn into an in-water experience.

5 Moderate Sup Yoga Poses For Intermediate Paddlers

Once you learn and get comfortable with beginner yoga poses, you should now be ready to take it up a notch and learn some intermediate poses.

5 Things To Make Your Sup Yoga Classes Covid Safe

The start of summer in the northern hemisphere also marks the start of a new SUP Yoga season. After months in lockdown, nothing sounds more enticing than jumping straight back on board and enjoying the fresh air while practicing your favorite SUP Yoga poses!

Top 10 Advanced Tips For Organizing Elite Sup Races

All these events had something in common: a wealthy benefactor that got tired of writing checks to pay for the event. So, make sure your budget pencils out. With all of that said, here are ingredients that go into the recipe of an elite stand up paddle event.

How To Fuel Your Paddling Addiction When Injured

Being injured is a drag. It is something that we all go through at one time or another, professional athletes and weekend warriors alike.

How To Choose A Paddle With Kenny Kaneko

Choosing the correct paddle is one of the most important things to keep in mind when looking for a paddle.

How To Perform A Buoy Turn On A Sup

Buoy turns are an important skill for any paddler and once perfected the knowledge will give you the confidence to paddle in a wider range of conditions from navigating boat traffic in marinas, positioning yourself in the surf line up, as well as gaining an edge on the competition in your next race.

How To Stand Up On Your Paddle Board

Episode 3 in SUP Surf Tips with Starboard and FCS SUP athlete Sean Poynter, Sean takes us through the steps on how to stand up on your stand up paddle board.

How To Put Your Leash String And Leash On Your Sup

Sean Poynter, one of the world’s leading SUP Surf experts, has created a tutorial for the proper way of setting up your leash string on your board, and, in addition he shows us how to correctly put on a leash.

5 Sup Yoga Tips For Beginners

For anyone who's ever attended a yoga session and limped out of the studio bewildered by how physically intense it was, the idea of trying the same thing on a SUP might seem intimidating. Downright impossible, even. But like starting any new sport, the first steps are always the most difficult.

How To Stand On A Stand Up Paddle Board

One of the main reasons people shy away from learning how to stand up paddle is the fear of falling off and being terrible. But we all have to start somewhere and after a very short period of time, it becomes clear that SUP’ing isn’t as hard as it looks (flat water paddling, at least).

5 Ways To Improve Your Paddle Technique

Once you've got the basics of paddling down, the next big step is fine-tuning and optimizing your technique. This doesn't only apply to people interested in racing - it's equally important for all your daily sessions.