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AÂ SURFÂ LIFE
Surfing is one of the most engaging forms of watersport around. The act of riding the face of a wave may look simple to outsiders, but in reality it takes a lot of time and effort to master the skills needed to be able to surf well. Surfing is a fun and challenging activity that engages both the mind and body. It is a total workout that includes the entire gamut of what people look for when it comes to health and fitness. Paddling for waves and standing up on a board will be sure to benefit cardio, strengthen your upper and lower body, and improve core strength as well as your flexibility. Plus, the satisfaction of catching waves is an addicting experience.
“Innovation is surfing on uncertainty, surfing is innovating every day with the certainty of appreciating simple things.”
As Kelly Slater once said about surfing: “It’s like the mafia… Once you’re in, you’re in. There’s no getting out.”
“Surfing’s one of the few sports that you look ahead to see what’s behind.”
Benefits of Surfing
Not everyone has the advantage of living near an ocean and being able to go surfing any day of the week, but for those who do, it is a tremendous opportunity to get fit and stay healthy. It’s a fun recreational activity that has a culture all its own, and it offers a number of health and fitness benefits.
THE SURF BENEFITS
Cardiovascular and heart health: Surfing is a great cardiovascular exercise, using mostly upper body muscles to do the paddling work, and leg muscles to guide the board once you’re up and riding.
Mental health: Physical exercise, especially something as fun as surfing, helps to offset the negative effects of stress.
Better sleep:Â Numerous studies show that regular exercise, surfing included, increases the positive benefits that sleep brings.
Workout:Â Surfing strengthens the core and legs, and it develops your body through the constantly changing movement and height of the waves.
Muscle strengthening: Paddling strengthens back and shoulder muscles, and you can get toned legs and a build a strong core by surfing due to the balance required once you’re up on the board.
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