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I have been working on creating a conditioning guide for all you standup paddle surfers out there who want to make your body stronger and perform better while SUP'ing. It is finally up on my site for download - NOW FREE!!! Yes, can you believe it, I must be crazy! It is 66 pages of information on the latest in core training movements, gives 9 programs for beginners, intermediates, and advanced athletes, and is sure to get you in the best shape of your life! The programs utilize the TRX, Indo Board, Dumbbells, Ball, and a pullup bar.
Cari and I are out in Chicago this weekend for yet another former Gymnast's wedding. It is no Malibu beach workout, but we did get an hour run in and I brought my TRX (it is easy to travel with) and I hooked it up to a jungle gym and we got some good core training in.
I write about this because many people use this travel thing as an excuse not to exercise. I always scratch my head and wonder how hard it is to just go for a walk, run, or even better yet bring a TRX in your suitcase and use it when you can. The thing is this - It isn't hard if it is a priority in your life. Making exercise a part of your lifestyle is as simple as brushing your teeth twice a day. If you can do that, you can live a healthy lifestyle and get daily exercise in - even if you are traveling! As long as it is a priority. Eventually, the consistency gets ingrained in your self image and your perception of yourself changes. When people ask about you, one of the things you will say is "I exercise daily." It becomes part of your DNA.
So, I think exercising on the beach in Malibu or training someone on the standup paddle board would have been nice today, but the Suburbs of Chicago aren't that bad either. Someone needs to bring standup paddle surfing to the midwest in a major way - but that is a whole other topic.
Tomorrow, I'll go for a run again and do some more TRX training before heading down to Champaign, Il for the wedding.
As a Personal Trainer and Standup Paddle Surfer, I think that Standup Paddle Surfing is one of the best core training exercises one can do.Period.Unfortunately, conditions must be good to even get out on the water.Too much wind, no waves, or even being in the winter in the Midwest can really put a damper on your paddling.So how do you train for the sport when not doing it?I’m going to give you 3 exercises that can help.Each one is very core intensive and requires quite a bit of balance, coordination, flexibility, and strength- all which are essential for becoming a good paddle surfer.They can be dangerous – perform at your own risk!
1.Indo Board + TRXAtomic pushup (or Tuck and Pushup).This exercise can be made more or less difficult by starting on the floor without the Indo Board, but for advanced users, the Indo Board really makes all the difference in difficulty level – It’s Tough!It works every part of the body, but primarily your core, chest, triceps, and shoulders.It’s a great total body exercise for paddling.
2.TRXRow – Great for developing the upper back/shoulders/biceps.The more horizontal you get, the more difficult it gets, and adding the stability ball to stand on makes it much more difficult as well.Be sure to squeeze your glutes and keep your body as straight and tight as possible. - Need a ball? SPRI ELITE XERCISE BALL - 65cm - Red
3.Indo Board Squat + Shoulder Press.This exercise is great for developing balance, legs, and core muscles surrounding your spine.It shouldn’t be done with too much weight, balance and core stability is the objective.Beginners can start with the Indo Flow cushion, and eventually go to the actual roller.This exercise causes your nerves to “connect the dots” between your brain and your toes and thus fires more muscles to balance and coordinate the movement of a simple squat.It helps to train your muscles in an unstable environment just like when paddle surfing so they can adapt and “transfer” what you learn on the Indo Board to your Paddle Board.
If these exercises are easy for you (I want to meet you) – try a more plyometric approach to stability by doing your squats on the stability ball and then jumping on the ball!All you SUP guys let me know what you think.Have you tried these exercises?I know they have really helped me.Good luck!
Sunday, June 21, 2009 at 7:12AM 
