Excersise before you surf??

Question

I hear that surfing is a lot more physical that it looks. What kind of work outs should I do to prepare for my vacation???

Answer 1

In the week before you go, but not the day before you go, do pullups, pushups and situps everyday. If you have the time and access to a pool, great, but realistically most people only have time for a few simple exercises. Pullups are the most significant exercise. They will give you power paddling for waves.

Answer 2

I am fully behind John F especially on the dumbbell workouts.

If you live near a river like I do, swim against the current.

We would always go right after a storm because the river was way up and very fast.

PS  this is not a smart thing to do, but you will get faster.

Also, drag something when you swim, preferably a small inflateable boat  (can be used when you fatigue)

Answer 3

Swimming in the ocean is the best. Other than that, squat thrusts and wood choppers. With weights: dead lifts, dumbbell bench and seated military press work most of the critical muscle groups. Pool swimming is better than no swimming, but believe me, I have seen lots of great pool swimmers get rescued in the ocean.

Answer 4

have a warm up

Answer 5

Check out the DVD Surfer Stronger. It really helps build your core strength, and therefore your stability. Lots of tricep, chest, back, and abdominal work.

Answer 6

TRY AND TOUCH YOUR TOES, AND JUMPING JACKS

Answer 7

Definitely do squats because you have to be able to pop up quickly onto your board when you catch a wave.  Look into getting a balancing ball to improve your balance and of course, swimming.  Also, stretch before you head out on your board; the calf muscles especially.