Surfing is amazing. Whoever hasn’t done it is missing half of their life right there. The feel of the waves taking you along with it, the warmth of the sun blended with the refreshing ocean spray – there’s nothing like it on Earth or any other planet. But, it’s a very physical hobby, and your body better get used to the forces it’s about to encounter. Thankfully there are some exercise routines you could do to condition yourself.
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First off, you have to understand that surfing is a full-body routine in itself. It works all muscle groups, but some more than others. One of the best exercise routines to help you get ready to face the waves is pretty obvious – swimming.
The entirety of surfing is literally in the water, which makes swimming the most practical of all the exercises. Swimming strengthens your whole body, especially your shoulders and legs.
Speaking of which, routines that work the legs and shoulders should be prioritized as much as routines that strengthen the core. A strong core can keep you balanced through the tough turns on the pipes. Do squats, deadlifts, crunches and reverse crunches.
Arm and back routines may also come in handy since there will be plenty of times for you to pick yourself up from the ocean and onto the board.
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Hi there! John Clemenza here. There’s nothing I love more than surfing. Learn more about me and my passion here.
