Yet again, MORE THORACIC MOBILITY! This is a great movement, so use it! In all seriousness, you will benefit from this, your shoulders will benefit from this, and in turn, your surfing will benefit from this.
If you’re unsure why this will benefit your shoulders, check out this thoracic spine post.
What Is Surf Training? Surf training: The athletic demands of surfing are vast….. it takes huge amounts of skill to pull off what the pros do. It even takes a hell of a lot of skill to pull of what some kooks do! Balance, flexibility, strength, power, speed, mental cognition, quick decision-making, muscle coordination, visual input…. the list continues. This is…
Develop a STRONG CORE, and INJURY RESISTANCE Any well designed surf training programs or surf exercise programs must include some single leg work. As a surfer, this is paramount to becoming exceptionally strong, developing core stability, training foot/ankle strength, and keeping your knees in good shape. I was working with a client this week who’s been dealing with some knee…
Deal With Your Aches, Before They Ruin Your Surf I personally have several joint/pain issues going on, and if I don’t constantly work on them, and try to strengthen the surrounding muscles and tissues, those problems get severely pissed in the surf. Just yesterday I surfed for about 4 hours. And my right shoulder was absolutely screaming at…
MY SURF WORKOUT I thought you guys may enjoy seeing what I’ve been working on lately, my surf workout. This is a variation of what I’ve been into for the last few weeks. I’ve got some specific issues I’ve been working with regard to a knee, which has been a real pain in the ass…
SURF WORKOUTS-How To Train for Explosive Power UPHILL SPRINTS To really boost your surf training and surf workouts, have the strength to catch more waves,and simply start ripping (moreso than your current state of ripping) , implement movements and exercise that can directly benefit your surfing. Often people I consult with are using outdated and…
Smash Out Gym Time, Surf Your Ass Off, or Get Zen and Rest? Primary Rule: If there is surf… then get your ass in the water and surf! But should you surf or rest? To progress at this completely awesome sport/lifestyle.. surfing.. you’ve essentially got to be pretty damned fit, and just spend as much…