Surf Athlete Training Program

The Surf Athlete training programme has kept me going throughout the Corona lockdown. Getting involved is the best decision i’ve made. I am a 30 year old intermediate weekend warrior who has spent almost no time in the water over the last two years. My paddling has never been strong and is particularly bad at the moment due to lack of going surfing altogether and lack of exercise that actually translates to surfing and paddling technique. I am already noticing huge improvements to my general strength, posture, flexibility, health, mind and the all important stoke! Everything Cris says is legit. I feel confident following this programme knowing i’ll get good results through constant evidence of his passion and knowledge for surfing and fitness. Most importantly I’m noticing fast improvement in my shoulder endurance and paddling strength which is my main goal, but i’m also noticing improvements in hip movement/flexibility, leg strength and all those other areas I would have probably neglected. All of this has also lead to a huge cut down in the amount I drink and the amount of crap food I used to eat. I feel so much better for all of it. Unlike with other mailing lists, I enjoy receiving Cris’s regular emails that really motivate you to do the next workout or try other things such as breathing technique, tissue release and nutrition advice etc. It always keeps me motivated and reminds me why i’m doing it. His “Coaches and Coffee” episodes and other regular videos also offer the best entertaining advice and keep the stoke alive every time. Although I haven’t been been able to do any real surfing during the lockdown, I am 100% sure my first time back in will be a stronger, more confident and enjoyable experience thanks to Chris and the Athlete programme. This may sound cheesy, but thank you for improving my outlook on life, health and surfing! Surfing and fitness is now becoming a priority in my life, and I look forward to continuing with it from here on out. I only wish I did this 5-10 years ago! Sorry to ramble on, there is a lot to be said… Anyway thanks again, loving all that you do!

Hey Cris, I really enjoy your program, this has been perfect. I really like that each exercise/stretch has its own video with instructions on form. To be honest, I had been using the free content on your app for a few months, and wasnt really sure that paying for a program would be worthwhile, since you have so much rad free content on the app! But I’m really glad I did. Im stoked to progress through each of the phases and look forward to seeing the results when I get to surf (hopefully sooner than later).

Cris Mills surf athlete app has been a game changer for me.

I gave up on traditional weights training – I looked better than I moved. Cris Mills got me onto functional mobility – there is still some weight training in there but it’s about moving without being locked in place. I now feel and move so much better in the water and on land with less injuries!

Dude!! I’m loving the program. I am definitely noticing the difference in the water. Much more paddle endurance in my shoulders and my pop ups are so much more fluid due to improvements in my hip mobility and flexibility. Love the app. Top work my friend.

I just wanted to let you know how massively chuffed I am at the program it has been a complete change in my life over the last few months. As a 59-year-old I wish I’d come across you years ago. Your explanations and videos are fantastic clear to understand underproduced fantastic results. Thanks buddy