A huge part of paddle boarding is all about balance. It takes many hours of practice in order to refine your skills. SUP racers take even more time in order to be able to both balance themselves in the water and be able to race with precision. One of the best ways to gain these skills is by practicing SUP yoga.
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.
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.
Eyes getting worse? Myopia, loss of vision, and vision problems are on the rise. Could it be our constant use of smartphone screens, tablet screens, and computer screens? And did you know stand up paddling can actually help?
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.
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.
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.
It’s estimated that 40 million Americans live with some kind of anxiety disorder, leaving them feeling anxious or stressed on a regular basis. With that in mind, here’s how stand up paddleboarding can be a great outlet for both yourself and your loved ones.
As SUP grows through its variety of disciplines, locations and SUP clubs, the requirement for good, fun and safe coaching is needed. This, more often than not, comes in the form of a SUP Coach. So, why become a coach? There are often several reasons why paddlers attend coaching courses.
As paddlers we have a duty, a responsibility, to respect nature and share our playground responsibly with those that own it, wildlife.
Anyone who's ever seen Sean Poynter, Mo Freitas or Kai Lenny absolutely ripping on a stand up surfboard has no doubt wanted to achieve that same level of performance themselves. Unfortunately, it's nowhere near as easy as they make it look.
Improving our range of movement and flexibility interlaces with our ability to balance. Here are my go to practices for boosting balance whilst on solid ground.