Anyone know a good workout for surfing?

Question

i was wondering if there are any good workouts for better stamina and strength while surfing.

Answer 1

I was going to be sarcastic, and say beer pong, but I think you are looking for a sincere answer.

I am in terrible shape, I am fifty five, twenty-five pounds overweight, I drink way too much, and most (not all) of my work is at a desk. I can still surf. As peak season (that is the water gets warm enough to surf without rubber in the northeast) I go back to the gym. I walk (I used to run, but that's really tough now, although my hips don't hurt too bad this year) I do lots of dumbbell-benches, seated military presses, dead lifts and squats. For speed and flexibility, I do squat thrusts, and sometimes mountain climbers. The more I work out, the better I do in the water.Since I quit smoking, my endurance is a little better, so I would advise against that vice, although what you really need is explosive paddling speed on the take-off, an instinctive, one motion, stand-up and good trunk/leg strength for control while riding. Once upon a time, I ran five-six miles a day, and that is absolutely the best workout, if you blend in some upper body calisthenics or weight lifting. Now, that being, said, go surfing,  being in the water is the best exercise.

Answer 2

YOGA! You gain strength, flexibility, find your zen and you will be the only dude in the class!

Answer 3

Balance boards are helpful. Also, there are DVDs called "Yoga for Surfers" that might help.

Answer 4

Balance board I think is a good one.

Answer 5

u gotta work out ur arm muscles for all that paddling. that way u can paddle longer without tiring.

Answer 6

swimming

Answer 7

calf raises, and leg work outs. squats, hang cleans. also, your core is really important for balance and stamina. a strong back and abs. work with plyometrics.

balance board is great too, but your going to have to build some muscle in your legs and core to stay balanced.

Answer 8

i got an indo board and it helps your balance and leg strength a lot

Answer 9

pullups

Answer 10

Balance board, swimming, running, and yoga.