Surf Fitness Program: Boost Strength, Balance & Endurance

How Many Times Per Week Should You Surf?

November 30, 2023April 21, 2023 by Luke

It sounds dreamy, right? Surfing all day, every day, tropical paradise, not a care in the world! An endless surf trip. However, such a lifestyle is much more difficult and less fun than it may seem. Surprisingly, there is such a thing as too much surfing. For most of us, surfing is a fun pastime, and it should be exactly that. Still, when surfing starts negatively affecting other areas of your life, such as your career, family, and relationships, you must ask yourself some serious questions. In contrast, feeling like you don’t surf enough and stagnating can also take the fun out of surfing. If you can only surf a handful of times in a month and take one surf trip a year, being able to surf how you want to surf is tricky and frustrating. But whether you wish to improve or just enjoy surfing, there must be a perfect balance. A balance between surfing enough to satisfy your appetite and still having time to thrive in your personal and professional life. This article explores this balance. We dive into all the aspects involved with achieving a healthy relationship with surfing and establishing a surf frequency to suit you. There is no one answer to finding the ideal amount of surfing; it’s all down to you. The Benefits & Risks of Surfing Daily It’s tricky weighing up the benefits and risks of surfing every day. And while surfing all day every day sounds amazing, it takes a massive toll on your body! (Let’s face it, we’re not all John Florence and can’t all surf for ten hours daily). However, surfing as much as possible has both positives and negatives. Benefits Progress The best way to get better at surfing is to surf as much as possible. You can do all the out-of-water training in the world, eat healthily, and watch every surf movie ever made, but unless you’re in the water surfing, there is nothing you can do to 100% replicate surfing. Therefore, progression will be limited. You only have to look at the best surfer you know and see how much time they spend in the water. Chances are the best surfers you know are out there at any chance they get! The more waves you surf, the more you expose yourself to different conditions, familiarise yourself with equipment and gather more surfing/ocean reference points. Everything you notice, whether it be how a wave breaks to where to push through a turn, are all references that build up the more your surf. You’ll develop stronger muscle memory when performing maneuvers through sheer repetition, and the more you surf, the more opportunity you’ll have to practice such maneuvers. Enjoyment Let’s face it, we surfers are a greedy bunch, and the more waves we can catch, the happier we are. We’re all guilty of it, taking waves off inferior surfers, getting “one more” wave, and staying out for another 2 hours; it’s part of our nature! While this may seem selfish, the more water time and barrel vision you can clock up significantly affect surfing enjoyment; just imagine it, two weeks straight of getting barreled every day–euphoria. Risks Injury If you’re not super fit, surfing every day all of a sudden can easily lead to overexertion and injury. You can’t go from sitting at a desk for 8 hours per day to surfing all day and expect your body to say, yep, that’s ok; I feel great! Just think back to your last surf trip; you’ll know first-hand how sore and tired you feel after that first day. Surfing with sore and tight muscles only takes a tweak in an awkward position to blow out a knee or twist an ankle. Being Surfed Out If you’ve ever been on a surf trip for ten days or more, you know how hard it is to surf all day for that long. It doesn’t matter how good the waves are or even how much your surf; surfing for more than 5 hours a day is hard, let alone for consecutive days! Even the world’s best need rest days. Surfing too much can also majorly affect your surf motivation, leading to passing up sessions you would have previously been frothing for. So while this is one of the better surf frequency issues, you can surf too much. And surfing as much as possible (as a long-term goal) isn’t necessarily ideal either. For example, if you got paid to surf, whether creating content (like me) or surfing professionally, going surfing can feel like a full-time job, which is a strange feeling because it’s the best job in the world, right? But if you add finances and pressure to anything, it can feel more of a chore than a fun past time. So how do you do it? How do you strike that perfect balance between surf, rest, family, and your professional life? How do you combine these aspects to achieve a healthy life and a good relationship with surfing? Let’s find out! Surfing for Optimal Progression Whether you’re surfing for enjoyment or progression, there are a few considerations that will affect how much you progress in surfing. Water time, conditions, equipment, and enjoyment are the main ingredients for facilitating surf progression. Water Time I know I said above that getting surfed out can be detrimental to your surfing, but the fact remains the more time yous end surfing, the better you get. However, randomly surfing and repeating the same mistakes and bad habits will stagnate your surfing, resulting in the opposite effect. Instead, you want to combine lots of water time with focused sessions, where you consciously go out and work on specific maneuvers. Add in some video analysis coaching, and you have fast-tracked surf progression. Fitness Knowing your fitness level is massive in finding your optimum amount of surfing. And if you want to improve, it’s in your interest to get fit in and out of the water. If you can’t make … Read more

The Ultimate Guide to Yoga for Surfing

June 5, 2023March 31, 2023 by Luke

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Surfing and yoga are not an unusual duo. You may have noticed yoga & surf retreats all over popular surf travel destinations. While surfing and yoga may seem unrelated, the two have much in common. Taking up yoga for surfing will do wonders for your on-water surf capability, fitness and skills. Consistent yoga will help ease aches and pains from long sessions, increase paddle strength, improve balance, and prevent injuries. Aside from the physical benefits of yoga to your surfing skills, there is the mental side of yoga. Doing yoga helps you focus on your breath, which tends to calm the body making it super useful if you have a wipeout or dive through a wave. The benefits of yoga are numerous, and in this guide, you will understand why surfers do yoga. 8 Best Types of Yoga for Surfing Originating from India, Yoga is an ancient practice that dates back to 3000 BCE. Its practices involve deliberate stillness, balancing, stretching, and breathing periods. The benefits of yoga are widely documented. But does yoga help with surfing? Yes, yoga helps with surfing; regardless of whether you practice it on a paddleboard or dry land, it offers incredible benefits. Here are some types of yoga you can practice improving your surfing performance. 1. Yoga for Surfing: Warrior 1 – Virabhadrasana In yoga, there are different types of warrior poses, but what differentiates them is the alignment of your hips. In warrior 1 or virabhadrasana, your hips are facing front. As such, you will have a deep stretch in your rear leg. With your front leg bent almost at a 90-degree angle, it also helps activate the muscles in your front leg. Also, keep your front knee secure and stable when trying to get in this position. When practicing the warrior 1 positioning, lift your hands to get more into this stretch and ensure your shoulders are relaxed. Generally, this pose is great for surfers to practice as it helps your hip become more flexible and increases your stability. 2. Yoga for Surfing – Warrior 2: Virabhadrasana II Warrior 2 is another great pose; it improves your balance, works up your hips and groin area, and opens up your chest. From a standing position, place a foot in front and a foot behind at about 5 feet apart. And as you bend your legs deep into the front knee, try to keep your knee in line with your big toes. Also, when practicing the warrior 2 pose, raise your arms at shoulder level and relax your neck. Furthermore, engage your lower belly as you drop your pelvis while ensuring your lower back is straight as possible. Repeat this move on both sides and hold it for 10 to 15 seconds. And while you are in this position, lightly inhale and exhale while ensuring your quadriceps are parallel to the ground. 3. Yoga for Surfing: Pigeon Pose – Eka Pada Rajakapotasana The pigeon pose is one of the most challenging pilates for surfers, but it is efficient if you want to open up your hips and get a deeper stretch. This pose targets your hip flexors and is great for increasing mobility, which are excellent features for surfers. In the pigeon pose, the front leg is bent and lying flat on the yoga mat, while the back leg is straight and being you. Your chest should be relaxed but in a proud position. The pigeon pose is a classic yoga position that offers a fantastic stretch for your glute muscles. As a surfer, this pose aids in improving the flexibility of your hip area. If you aren’t very flexible, using blocks for this pose will be nice. 4. Side Plank Pose – Vasisthasana The side plank pose is another incredible pose that will help strengthen your wrist, shoulders, and abs. It also helps with improving your overall balance. To start with this pose, get into a side plank position with one arm on the ground and the other straight up. Keep your shoulders and core activated and engaged as you get in this position. Also, ensure your body is aligned with a neutral neck. When done well, this pose activates your side core muscles and gets a stretch at the same time. This pose is a good combination because you work out every body part and improve core strength. And if you’d like to make this pose more advanced to help your next surf session, lift your upper foot and hold it with your raised hand. 5. Cobra Pose – Bhujangasana The cobra pose is a great way to increase the spine’s flexibility and relieve pain in the lower back. It involves laying on your stomach with your hand next to your cheek. Ensure your legs are at your back and a hip-width distance. In that position, your hands should be pressed down to lift only your upper body from the ground. And as you lift from the ground, spread your shoulders outwards, and your chest held high. This pose looks similar to how you will lay on a surfboard. When in the cobra pose, have your chest up and slightly bend your back while you try to keep length in your lower back so there is no uncomfortable pressure. Compressing your spine and arching in the spine are common, especially after surfing, so this pose is great to practice before and after surfing. 6. Locust Pose – Shalabhasana The locust pose is more like the inverse of the cobra pose. It is the perfect pose for surfers trying to improve their paddling ability. It involves exhaling and lifting your head, upper torso, legs, and arms away from the floor. In the locust pose, you should rest on your belly, front pelvis, and lower ribs. In this position, you must keep your toes touching as you stretch to reach your legs. At first, reaching your leg seems challenging, but with practice, it gets easier. Remember not to spread your legs apart in this … Read more

YOW Surfskate Review

December 17, 2023March 10, 2023 by Luke

While there has long been an overlapping community between surfers and skateboarders, nothing has made that more visible than the growing interest in surfskate. Yow is one of the leading brands at the forefront of this new revolution, and we will take a look at everything you need to know about the YOW Surfskate below. But first, we will consider some important questions for surfers interested in buying a YOW: Is surfskate the same as a skateboard? Is surfskate good for surfing? What size surfskate should I get? The answers to these and other common buying questions will help any surfer looking into surfskate as a way to improve surfing skills and enjoy another thrill seeker’s recreation. Is Surfskate the Same as a Skateboard? While surfskate is certainly similar to traditional skateboarding, it also differs in some significant ways. You will first notice that a surfskate is longer and wider than a traditional skateboard. A surfskate’s deck is also often concave, giving the rider more control. Once you set out to learn how to surfskate, you will also notice immediately that the feel of it is much closer to surfing than a traditional skateboard: this is because the front trucks on a surfskate are designed to swivel from side to side. The increased range of motion on a surfskate versus a traditional surfboard makes riders feel like they are riding waves (even on the asphalt!) Another key difference between skateboards and surfskates comes in how riders propel the board. As you picture a traditional skateboard, you would think of a rider pushing himself along with his foot pumping off the ground below; with a surfskate, riders can move with a side-to-side pumping motion of the nose of the surfskate. Is Surfskate Good for Surfing? Some surfers might be concerned about how surfskate skills translate to the water or how the movements could shape their performance once they are out of the “asphalt waves” and back in the real ones. The consensus among surfers is that surfskate is a great way to train outside of the water, and using a surfskate enhances their skills on surfboards. Surfskate effectively trains your body in ways that translate on the bigger board: it improves your balance and stance, muscle memory, and motor learning. What Size Surfskate Should I Get? Size is an important consideration when purchasing a surfskate Yow board, whether for beginners or more experienced riders, and the deck of a surfskate can vary based on the manufacturer. For reasons related to aesthetics and skill levels, the deck (or wooden platform) of a surfskate can differ from one model to another in terms of its width, length, concaves, and outline. The rule of thumb when looking at surfskates is to go longer if you are a beginner. The longer deck will help beginners (or even intermediates) with stability. A shorter surfskate is good for those who want to practice and perfect their sharp radical turns and cutbacks (which are generally more experienced surfers and skateboarders). <iframe sandbox=”allow-popups allow-scripts allow-modals allow-forms allow-same-origin” style=”width:120px;height:240px;” marginwidth=”0″ marginheight=”0″ scrolling=”no” frameborder=”0″ src=”//ws-na.amazon-adsystem.com/widgets/q?ServiceVersion=20070822&OneJS=1&Operation=GetAdHtml&MarketPlace=US&source=ss&ref=as_ss_li_til&ad_type=product_link&tracking_id=rachaeltayl0f-20&language=en_US&marketplace=amazon&region=US&placement=B09QQPX5YT&asins=B09QQPX5YT&linkId=a21363f9b2d2caa1bafe2f01583af0a8&show_border=true&link_opens_in_new_window=true”></iframe> Are Surfskates Good for Beginners? Yes! It doesn’t matter if you have never surfed, had surf training, or skateboarded. Learning how to ride a surfskate is easy. The moves are intuitive, and beginners can learn the basics quickly and easily. It is also said that a surfskate is easier to learn than a street skate, even if you have never touched foot on a traditional skateboard. Yow Surfskate: The Ultimate Review and Buyers Guide YOW (short for “Your Own Wave”) is a company and surfskate brand that prides itself on exploring “the intersections of oceans, mountains, and concrete.” And their product offerings, including their high performance series and classic series surfskate, live up to this claim, with a broad selection of surfskates, decks, skate accessories, apparel, and even a wave Yow board ramp system to bring the ocean right to your backyard. YOW board surfskates were conceived in the Basque Country, where they are still made by a skilled workforce and crew passionate about bringing the wave to the customer. “No more flat days” is their motto and promise to customers, one that is consistently delivered thanks to their high-quality, state-of-the-art surfskates and gear. YOW Specifications and Hardware Just as surfers must carefully consider the quality and design of the boards they use to tackle the biggest waves, they must also consider the quality of surfskates and how that plays into safety while using them. Surfskating is a fantastic way to perfect difficult skills, but that can only be done with a surfskate produced with great attention to detail and the rider’s safety in mind. YOW products incorporate high-quality materials and sturdy construction to give the rider the best tools for tackling the job. Here is what you can expect from YOW system hardware: Bolts, Kingpins, Bushings, and Barrels Two kinds of 10-32 flat hex bolts are used to construct a YOW system. On the front adapter, you will find 5/8-inch flat hex bolts; on a YOW rear truck, the company uses a two-inch flat hex bolt. Nine-inch kingpins are used on the truck hangers, with the back trucks featuring a one-inch riser pad. The riser pad makes the YOW deck level with the front Meraki adapter. Standard half-inch street barrels are used in YOW surfskate bushings and .4-inch street cones with cup washers. The Durometer (or standard measure of hardness for rubber-like materials) is listed at 92a for YOW bushings. Durometer is an important consideration for riders based on their weight, and in general, you would look for the following Durometers based on weight: 5a: up to 125 pounds 85a: 125 to 165 pounds 5a: 150 to 200 pounds 90a: 170 to 215 pounds 5a: 185 to 230 pounds 95a: 230 pounds and up YOW Trucks A coiled tension spring is the basis for performance on a YOW Meraki truck. This spring is the key to the versatility and functionality of the … Read more

Top 7 Best Paddleboard for Yoga | Reviews (ISLE Surf & SUP)

June 8, 2023February 19, 2023 by Luke

Yogis have always had an affinity with surfing; yoga and surfing go hand in hand. Yet their latest trend, practicing yoga on the best paddleboard for yoga, reinvigorated and pushed yogis to their limits, all while enjoying the natural splendor of floating on water and therapeutic benefits of nature. Chances are, you’ve done SUP Yoga before, or you are up for a new challenge as an experienced yogi. SUP Yoga is one of the biggest trends that a lot of yogis love today. It is the new challenge you are looking for and more. It opens many new doors in your yoga career, making you become an even better yogi than you ever thought possible. Balance is indeed a key component to doing yoga, and it is plenty challenging to do on solid ground, how much more on an unstable fluid platform? —extra challenging! But before you bend your way to this new trend, you want to make sure you have the right gear first. With the wide range, size, and SUP type, choosing the right yoga paddleboard can be daunting. We’ve researched for you and listed the best paddleboards for yoga you would not want to miss. Other SUP yogis have tried and loved them; we know you will too! Top 7 Best Paddleboard for Yoga Reviewed Peak 10’ Yoga Fitness Inflatable Stand Up Paddle Board – Best Overall GILI Meno Inflatable Stand Up Paddle Board – Best Value ISLE 10′ AirTech Inflatable Yoga Stand Up Paddleboard – Editor’s Choice Driftsun Balance 11’ Inflatable Stand Up Paddleboard THURSO SURF Tranquility Yoga Inflatable Paddle Board SUP NIXY Inflatable Stand Up Paddleboard Ten Toes Yogi 10′ Extra wide Inflatable Stand Up Yoga Paddleboard #1. Peak 10’ Yoga Fitness Inflatable Stand Up Paddle Board – Best Overall Key Features: Soft EVA deck pad Lightweight profile Military-grade PVC and drop stitch material Comes as a complete package Specifications: SUP Type: Inflatable Dimensions (L x W): 10 ft. x 32 in. Board Thickness: 6 inches Weight: 18 lbs. Max Weight Capacity: 275 lbs. Yoga Fitness Inflatable SUP by Peak does not only looks great but performs everything you need for the best SUP yoga experience. Its features and functions make it ideal for paddleboard yoga, and here is why. The 32 inches wide surface gives you a more stable platform to challenge yourself with more complex poses. The Peak 10’ Yoga iSUP is known for its lightweight profile, weighing 18 pounds when inflated and supports up to 275 pounds. The weight allows you to carry the board to your spot of choice, ensuring your yoga’s serene flow. Whether you go by yourself or share the 10-foot long stable deck space with your pets, this iSUP is up for it. Built from the highest quality military-grade PVC and drop stitch material, the iSUP is lighter, stiffer, and more durable, making it a biased platform for yoga, Pilates, and stretching activities. The paddleboards expensive, soft EVA deck pad ensured a steady and safe yoga experience. A coiled ankle leash and the pedal are included to ensure stability and make it more ideal for learning yogis not to hurt themselves. Peak is very generous in this package, including bag, paddle, leash, snap-in fin, and a waterproof phone case when purchased. Plus, storing the board when you’re done for the day is no problem at all. The iSUP rolls up and fits easily into a portable backpack, measuring at 36″ x 14″ x 12″ when deflated. On top of these awesome features, Peak offers you a 30-day guarantee and a one-year warranty. #2. GILI Meno Inflatable Stand Up Paddle Board” – Best Value Key Features: Fusion Dual-Layer Technology Three Fin Set Up Premium Accessory Package Carbon Rail Technology Specifications: SUP Type: Inflatable Dimensions (L x W): 10’6” / 11’6” x 35” Board Thickness: 6” Weight: 23 lbs. / 24 lbs. Max Weight Capacity: 450 lbs. / 485 lbs. The GILI Meno is arguably one of the best paddleboards for yoga, but surely you will not bother to argue because you will definitely love this one. It is agreeably the most stable and advanced paddleboard that does not sacrifice performance. Featuring Carbon Tech rail for superior rigidity and with the double layer, fusion laminated military-grade PVC material, this iSUP feels super tough but not heavy. This model comes with two versions, differing only in length and bearing capacity. The Gili Meno can hold up to 450 pounds and 485 pounds for the longer version of the iSUP. The paddleboard gives a generous 35 inches wide platform, lending a more than enough for the most complicated, exciting SUP yoga poses. The wide surface allows more stability, boosting your confidence in the water, especially for SUP yoga beginners. The SUP yoga board is available in two colors and has three carry handles. This package deal includes a backpack, pump, fin kit, paddle, and sticker pack. There are cool logo and phrase, “save our reefs,” as GILI donates a portion of your order to help save our oceans and coral reefs on the bottom side of the board. #3. ISLE 10′ AirTech Inflatable Yoga Stand Up Paddleboard – Editor’s Choice Key Features: Grooved EVA Traction Pad AirTech Fusion Lite Comes with a complete package Wide nose and tail outline Specifications: SUP Type: Inflatable Dimensions (L x W): 10 ft. x 32 in. Board Thickness: 6 inches Weight: 20 lbs. Max Weight Capacity: 240 lbs. If we are talking about the most aesthetically pleasing paddleboard for yoga, the lotus design of this ISLE SUP will get you right into the headspace for yoga. Designed with stability in mind, the Airtech board is a great choice for your next SUP yoga session. The wide nose and tail outline gives you a large stable platform for yoga. Plus, since the board is made with Airtech construction, the paddleboard weighs only 20 pounds and supports up to 240 pounds, carrying the strong paddleboard to the water isn’t a hassle. Built from military-grade PVC, the board … Read more

Top 7 Best Workouts for Surfing | Guide

December 16, 2023October 23, 2021 by Luke

SURFING WORKOUTS, TRAINING FOR SURFING BEST SURFING WORKOUT

From its humble beginnings in 1885 to its mainstream popularity today, surfing remains a gratifying and rewarding pastime. The excitement of being alone on your board in the vast ocean gives nothing but natural high. As stimulating as it may sound, surfing is a physically and mentally demanding activity. It needs you to have a fantastic combination of strength, power, endurance, balance, flexibility, speed, and mental toughness. We listed down surf fitness exercises that will improve your surfing and boost your athletic capacity. The best workouts for surfing will prepare you to tackle more giant waves as your fitness level meets the strength and ability every wave requires you to have. Why Should You Workout for Surfing? The best training for surfing would be, well, surfing too. But, if you are getting three to four sessions a week, it wouldn’t be enough to keep you physically fit in the water. Cody Thompson, a Floridian surfer and personal trainer, suggests that spending an hour inside a musty, halogen-lit gym can appear entirely dissonant for sliding on the waters, but doing so can help your surfing skills in the long run. Thompson says that if you want to become a better surfer, you can ride more waves. But, if you don’t get to surf as often as you wish, you can incorporate into your gym routine some workouts for surfing to keep you in surf-shape. Best Workouts for Surfing Generally, you don’t need to be incredibly fit to surf. Although, it helps if you are relatively active and in shape, can swim a few lengths, and enjoy surf sessions without feeling too exhausted. It can be pretty tricky to train for surfing – you must exercise on land to perform well in the water. You need to prepare your entire body dynamically by imitating the movements on the surfboard. Keeping yourself in surf-shape is another thing. As we’ve hinted above, if you are fit to surf, you can go on surfing for extended hours without feeling too tired. We’ve compiled a list of the best workouts for surfing to improve your surfing and boost your athletic capacity. Squats The main component of most lower body exercise programs is squats, and it is a crucial pattern to surfing. Imagine crouching through a bottom turn, landing at a higher speed with a complete rail turn – the best way to achieve that is to have a strong lower body with healthy joints to move through the full range of motion. Even though many consider them as leg exercise, basic squats are, in fact, a full-body workout. And, it is the best workout for surfing. When you surf, the ankles, knees, hips, and spine support a heavy load, so they need to be as strong as they can be. As you progress, add load and complexity. Some of the squat variations you can try are: Jump squats or going down into a squat and explosively jumping as high as you can from the squat position. Single leg squats or standing on one leg and squatting as low as you can. You can hold on to something for support and slowly let go once you get the hang of it. Bulgarian split squats. Do this while standing straight and raising one leg on a chair or box behind you. Achieve by bending your front knee, lowering your back knee towards the ground, and going as low as possible. Barbell squats. Do this while standing with your feet shoulder-width apart. Hold the bar across your upper back with an overhand grip. Squat down and repeat. Braced squats. This squat variation requires you to hold a weight plate in front of your chest with both hands and arms straight. Then perform a squat while keeping the plate in place. Turkish Get-Ups The amazing benefits for your overall athletic ability are what make Turkish get-ups more popular than ever. Combine them with your surf training program, and it will increase your mobility, joint health, dynamic movements, spine stability, shoulder control, core strength, and many more. As you develop your skill and precision with Turkish get-ups, slowly add some load and go up to 44 lbs (20 kgs) for men and 26 lbs (12 kg) for women. Think through all the dynamic positions you are putting your joints through while surfing. Different hip positions while turning or popping up, shoulder angles as you duck dive or rotate – all of them are encompassed in this workout for surfing. Turkish get-ups are quite a versatile workout that you may choose to utilize this exercise as a part of your surf warmup, too. Push-ups Push-ups are raising and lowering your body using your arms from the prone position. This exercises the pectoral muscles, triceps, and interior deltoids. In short, it builds both the upper body and your core strength. The good old basic push-up will never go out of any workout routine, including workouts for surfing. Push-ups engage your whole body and strengthen the core, align the spine, and improve shoulder control. It is a good workout for surfing, considering the water activity needs a strong upper body for easier pop-ups, duck dives, and injury prevention. For push-ups, alignment should be worked on first. Then the volume or how many more reps you can do. After mastering the classic push-up, you can work your way up to TRX or gym ring push-ups. You may also add weight by elevating your feet or wearing a weighted vest. Ring push-ups – this great progression exercise emphasizes building strength in the stabilizing muscles of the shoulder while increasing coordination and additional muscle recruitment in the chest. TRX push-ups – push-ups performed using the TRX suspension system allows you to use your own body weight as resistance during the movement. Dumbell push-ups – with a dumbbell in each hand while in a push-up position, you can work out by pushing up and rotating 90 degrees to one side, and raising one weight overhead. Clap push-ups … Read more

Top 8 Best Surf Skateboards (Flow Surf Skates)

December 18, 2024September 7, 2020 by Luke

Surf skateboarding has become a thrilling blend of surfing and skateboarding, offering riders the experience of riding waves on land. Whether you’re a seasoned rider or a novice looking to dive into the world of surf skateboarding, selecting the right board is crucial for a smooth and enjoyable ride. Surf skateboards, also known as surf skates or surf skateboards, simulate the feeling of surfing on concrete. These specialized skateboards feature a longer wheelbase, a wider deck, and unique truck systems that mimic the fluid motion of surfing. Designed to carve and pump like a surfboard, surf skateboards offer riders the ability to perform surf-inspired maneuvers on flat surfaces, making them an excellent training tool for surfers and a thrilling recreational activity for skating enthusiasts. Surf skateboards first appeared in the water sports scene before the new millennium. Pioneers of these excellent longboards or skateboards designed them to copy the dynamic motion of riding waves using a typical surfboard. Versatile surf skateboards are useful in various riding styles and moves, including cruising, carving, street skateboarding, snowboarding, wakeboarding, surfing, and many more. As you can see, manufacturers of surfskates designed them to copy actual sea or ocean surfing motions. Here we tackle eight of the top-rated and versatile surf skateboards, which are the following: Top 8 Best Surf Skateboards Reviewed Surf Skateboard by Hamboards Surf Skateboard by Flow Surf Skates Roller Derby Slide Street Surf Skateboard Black Sox Surfeeling USA Bone Breaker Surf Skateboard Austin Keen Pro SwellTech SurfSkate Surfeeling USA Snap Surf Skateboard Carver Surfskate Resin 31-inch C7 City Surf Longboard Skateboard by Krown #1. Surf Skateboard by Hamboards Specifications: Product Dimensions: 59¼ inches [Deck Length]; 11¼ inches [Width] Construction: Premium, nine-ply maple-birch Color: Red Riding styles and moves: Cruising, Carving, Noseriding, Stand up paddle boarding or SUP skating Surf Skate Rider Level: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced Other Features: Hamboards Surfskate Trucks, Durable, ultraviolet or UV-resistant grip coating Among the best surf skateboards available today that is popular for its versatility is the Hamboards Logger Handcrafted Longboard Surf Skateboard. Hamboards is a Huntington Beach, California-based company that designed this all-around surfskate. The Hamboards Surf Skateboard is long and narrow. It allows you to perform cross-stepping and profound leans. Plus, its Hamboards Surfskate Trucks facilitate marvelous carving. You will love the material and design applied in the construction of this surf skateboard. Hamboards restyled this product for retro and epic thrash design to give you the ultimate cruising and carving experiences. You can feel assured that your Hamboards surf skateboard will last long because it is high-quality and made using premium, nine-ply birch-maple. Hence, the Hamboards Surf Skateboard can take any beating and still remain sturdy. The fantastic surf skateboard also features heavy-duty, ultraviolet, or UV-resistant grip coating. As it copies ocean surfing encounters, this piece of water sports equipment features heavy slides. You can expect the ultimate versatility with the Hamboards Surf Skateboards because it caters to riders of all capability levels, including novice, advanced, and intermediate. Plus, this all-around surf skateboard can accommodate people of all ages and sizes. The Hamboards Surf Skateboards is ideal for plenty of weight limits, starting from 100 to 200 pounds. Smooth surf skateboard rides and the classic longboard feeling are undoubtedly within your reach with the Hamboard Surf Skateboard. Its ideal mix of height, length, and flex make classic surf flow and carve possible. You will not get inconvenienced by rail drag, wheel bite, or wheel lift, too. You will just relish noseriding, cruising, carving, and stand up paddle boarding or SUP skating fun! #2. Surf Skateboard by Flow Surf Skates Specifications: Product Dimensions: 33 inches long [Deck Length]; 10 inches wide [Width]; 19 inches [Wheelbase] Construction: Exotic veneer and seven-ply maple Color: Black Riding styles and moves: Surfing, Street skating, Skating in urban landscapes Surf Skate Rider Level: All surf skateboarding capability levels Other Features: 69-millimeter Flow Surf Cruisers (Wheels), Snappy Flex Flexibility, Flow Surf Skate Truck Technology The Flow Surf Skates Surf Skateboard with Carving Truck is another of the best surf skateboards with unprecedented versatility. The Swell 33 model features an adjustable truck spring tension that facilitates customizable surf skateboard rides. You can loosen or tighten this feature of the Flow Surf Skates to suit your preferences and body size. This surfskate is truly well-suited for surf skateboard riders of all capability levels and ages. Furthermore, this product, which is best for skating and surfing and inspired by the sea, allows you to relish surf skateboarding in the city. Its manufacturer designed it for you to enjoy surfing in urban streets and sidewalks. On flat days, this product enables you to practice your surfing moves. You can also utilize the Flow Surf Skates Surf Skateboard with Carving Truck to merely go surf skating around the town to enjoy it. This product is undoubtedly ideal for enjoying any urban landscape’s paved waves. The Swell 33 features a wide standing platform that facilitates you to have a comfortable position. On the rails, it is unnecessary for you to sacrifice leverage. You can enjoy stability at higher speeds with this lengthy, classic cruiser. Also, Flow Surf Skate’s Truck Technology enables you to enjoy smooth pumping and fluid and snappy carving, thanks to the internal spring. This one-of-a-kind style mimics the feeling of actually riding a surfboard. The Flow Surf Skates Surf Skateboard with Carving Truck is among the all-around surf skateboards you can buy. With its affordability of less than $170 complementing its versatility, you surely will not regret your purchase. #3. Roller Derby Slide Street Surf Skateboard Black Sox Specifications: Product Dimensions: 31 inches long [Deck Length] / 32.01 X 10.24 X 5.24 inches [Product Dimensions]; 7.6 pounds [Weight] Construction: Canadian maple Color: Red and blue hues in the body Riding styles and moves: Simulation of carving feeling on land, Surfing, Snowboarding, Wakeboarding, Carving through a turn, Putting a surf skateboard on rail Surf Skate Rider Level: Intermediate, Advanced Other Features: The patented spring-loaded truck system, Bevo Gold Seven high-speed precision bearings, … Read more

Top 7 Best Balance Boards for Surfing | Reviews (Vew-Do)

November 22, 2024April 10, 2020 by Luke

At first glance, surfing looks pretty sick, which is why almost everyone who sees it wants to go at it right away. However, surfing is definitely not as easy as it looks. You need patience, passion and a significant effort from your whole body. Plus, you need to be good on your balance. The Best Balance Boards for Surfing: The Top Picks A balance board is an effective way to improve your surfing skills, especially the balancing part. Without the need for water to practice, you can still enhance your skills with this kind of board. If you’re looking for the best balance boards for surfing, you can never go wrong with these: 4th Bee Core Balance Board for Surf Ebb and Flo Goofboard Surfing Balance Board Vew-Do Surf 33 Balance Board Nalanda Wooden Balance Trainer with Roller Stability URBNFitBalance Board Trainer – Roller Board Trainer Indo Board Pro Balance Board for Surfers Vew-Do WODFitters El Dorado Balance Board #1. 4th Bee Core Balance Board for Surf – Best Balance Board for Shortboards Specifications: Deck Length: 29.5 inches Roller Length: 13 inches Profile: Multi-functional Balance Board for shortboards Designed for: Surfers, Skiers, and Skateboarders The Core Balance Board for Surf by 4Th Bee is one of the best balancing boards because of its versatility. Aside from surfing, you can also use it to practice your balancing for skiing and skateboarding. Another excellent thing about it is that it’s portable, where it’s easy to carry anywhere you go. Plus, it’s a competent trainer in enhancing the balance and coordination of your body. The Core Balance Board for Surf’s deck has ideal size for any level, whether you’re a beginner or a novice. The Deck measures 29.5 inches by length, 10.5 inches by width, and 4 inches by thickness. As for the roller, the diameter measures 4 inches, while the length measures 13 inches. Furthermore, it can carry a weight capacity of 500 pounds. The deck of the Core Balance Board for Surf is cold-pressed, which uses 10-ply maple material. As for the roller, it comes from an excellent quality and high-density cork, which will prevent it from scraping the floor. It’s guaranteed durable, and it features a rubber-plastic surface for an anti-slip advantage. Moreover, it has built-in stop plates on both sides to decrease the risk of slippage. The Core Balance Board is very sturdy, especially the roller. Plus, they love how it works out their core and leg muscles. All in all, the Core Balance Board for Surf is one of the most recommended balance boards when it comes to aspiring surfers because it’s stable as you use it. It’s easy to control, even on barefoot use. Furthermore, this balance board has stop plates to stop possible slippage. #2. Ebb and Flo Goofboard Surfing Balance Board – Best Balance Board for Longboards Specifications: Deck Length: 44 inches Roller Length: 37 inches Profile: Multi-functional Balance Board for Longboards and Paddleboards Designed for: Surfers, Skateboarders, and Yoga If you’re frequently using a longboard, the Goofboard Surfing Balance Board is the most suggested balance board to buy. It measures 44 inches by length, 15 inches by width, and 4.5 inches by thickness, which is not far from the size of actual longboard surfboards. As for the roller, the length measures 37 inches, while the thickness measures 4 inches. Moreover, it can hold up to 450 pounds. The Goofboard Surfing Balance Board comes with patented flo-blocks, which is a dynamic tool to practice yoga balancing pose and pop-ups, as well as stability. It makes this balance board an excellent way to strengthen leg and ankle, as well as paddling balance. Furthermore, it has excellent style fluidity. The deck of the Goofboard Surfing Balance Board comes from a premium-quality of birch plywood material, which assures its sturdiness despite frequent usage. The roller comes from a premium-quality of recycled cork. Hence, this balance board is eco-friendly as it doesn’t use any plastic. Furthermore, it’s available in different styles, which include Palm, Tangerine, and Lagoon. People love the Goofboard Surfing Balance Board because it’s versatile, where not only surfers can use it, but also skateboards and people who do yoga. They also appreciate it because it’s useful for working out. Furthermore, they love it as it’s an excellent training for strengthening the knees. The Goofboard Surfing Balance Board is the suggested balance board for surfers who frequently use longboard while surfing. The size is ideal, which can effectively train you for balance. Also, it uses eco-friendly materials, from the deck to the roller. Furthermore, the flo-block accessory provides a rocking motion for an alternative way of exercising balancing. #3. Vew-Do Surf 33 Balance Board – Best Overall Balance Board for surfers Specifications: Deck Length: 33 inches Roller Length: 9 5/16 inches Profile: Multi-functional Balance Board Designed for: Surfers, Skateboarders, Stand-up Paddlers, Snowboarders, Wakeboarders The Surf 33 Balance Board is designed for surfers, which is a useful training tool, whether on big or small waves. It features a rail design, unique channel, and oversized rock, which lets surfers rotate the balance board with control. Furthermore, it’s versatile as it’s not only useful for surfers, but for skateboards, snowboarders, stand-up paddlers, and many more. The Surf 33 Balance Board uses quality materials, which guarantees durability despite daily usage. The deck comes from a premium-quality of 5-ply maple material with a laminated wood rail. The roller comes from a hand-turned maple material as well. Moreover, the deck comes with a 5-millimeter EVA foam, which makes it very comfy even for barefoot riding. People love using the Surf 33 Balance Board because it’s versatile, where they can use it to practice balancing for surfing, skateboarding, or snowboarding. They also love its foamy top, which adds comfort, primarily when they use it with barefoot. Moreover, they find this balance board useful to practice balancing. The Surf 33 Balance Board is one of the most suggested balance boards for anyone who’s riding boards, especially for surfing, because of sturdiness. It uses high-quality materials, … Read more

How to Improve Your Surf Balance: The Ultimate Guide

December 10, 2023December 19, 2019 by Luke

When you’re out of the water or want a productive Saturday afternoon, consider learning to improve balance in surfing. To be a good surfer means having a good balance. It also reduces the risks of water injury when you’re surfing. There are lots of ways to improve surf balance. Whether you’re at home, at the gym, or at the beach, there are ways to help you get ready to catch the perfect wave on your next surfing session. In this article, we will talk about tips and tricks that are proven to be effective in improving surf balance and overall, your surfing skills. How to Improve Your Surf Balance: The Truth 1. Try skateboarding. If the idea of hitting the gym and doing balance workouts doesn’t appeal to you, you should try skateboarding instead. Jumping on a skateboard and on a surfboard is similar in many ways. It requires you to maintain your stability when you’re zooming in on the momentum of both air and water. Skateboarding is also a great way to practice surfing when you are not in the water. There are no dangers of falling and drowning here, making it ideal for beginners in surfing as well. 2. Practice yoga. Yoga is not only for mindfulness and relieving yourself of stress and anxiety. It can help to improve balance in surfing. It is one of the best surfer exercises that you can try. Yoga helps to improve your flexibility, and balance, and strengthen your core, aside from helping you relax after being out on the water for a long time. Make sure that you focus on yoga workout routines that are anchored to improving your balance. As a result, you’ll be able to stand on the board without losing your balance. If you can’t afford a yoga instructor, you can always buy a yoga mat and get started in the comfort of your home. #3. Exercise at home. You don’t need to hit the gym just to work out. If you want to improve your balance in surfing, spend every vacant time of yours exercising and trying to be healthy at home. For instance, you can try a single-leg balance. This exercise is famous among surfers because it helps them to stand on the board and control bigger waves easily. When doing a single-leg balance, all you need to do is get up, keep your dominant feet on the floor, and raise your non-dominant leg. Make sure that you maintain your hips square and your knees bent slightly. Now that you’re standing on one leg, slowly place your hand on your knee and keep that position for at least 30 seconds. After that, repeat the same process using your other leg. Aside from the single-leg balance exercise, there are other workout routines such as diamond press-ups, wide press-ups, sit-ups, and even tossing a tennis ball that can help you in improving your surfing balance. You can do all of these in the comfort of your home. #4. Invest in the right surfing gear. If you want to get serious about surfing, aside from investing in the best surfboard out there, you should also invest in the right surfing gear and gadgets that can help to improve your balance in surfing. Some exercise routines may also require proper equipment for effective execution. For instance, one of the most vital surfing gear that you should invest in is a balance board. This rolling cylinder and board combo will allow you to improve your stability and strengthen your legs. It is also a great way to practice placing your feet firmly on the board. Balance cushions are also a significant investment. This cushion allows you to stand atop and improve your stability, the perfect activity to do during a rainy afternoon when you can’t go out and surf. Aside from these, there are also fitness balls that help to improve your core. Coordination between your hands and your eyes is vital when surfing. Fitness balls can help you get the most out of your exercises at home. 5. Maintain your position. This applies when you are in the water. After you’ve captured the green wave, make sure to maintain the right position. It prevents you from falling in the water or getting thrown off your board. Bend your knees just a little but keep your spine straight and stiff. Make sure that you relax your arms when it’s hanging down. Try not to stiffen as it can add weight to your board, making you lose your balance when you are surfing. Aside from that, you also need to master compressing your lower body while keeping your upper body in a straight position. Bend your knees and make sure that it is pointing toward each other. Bending your upper body down will only shift your weight and may cause you to lose your balance. 6. Choose your board wisely. Choosing the right board plays a significant role in improving your balance in surfing. There are lots of surfboards that you can choose from. Some are ideal for beginners, and some boards are for experts. For starters, it is best to invest in a high-volume surfboard. Aside from its excellent weight support, this type of board is easy to ride, allowing you to maintain your balance when you’re in the water. You should also consider investing in surfboard traction pads and surf wax. The texture of your surfboard should prevent you from slipping. It also helps to keep your balance while on the board and gain better control when you are surfing. Frequently-Asked Questions (FAQ) Related Resources Common Surfing Mistakes Surfing Wetsuits Surf Gloves Surfing Tips Epoxy vs. Fiberglass Surfboards Bodyboards LukeLuke is an avid athlete and the driving force behind Surfhungry, a vibrant online platform dedicated to sharing the joy and passion of surfing and water sports with enthusiasts around the world. With a deep-rooted love for the ocean and a lifelong commitment to riding waves, Luke’s journey as a surfer … Read more

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