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How to Pop-Up- Proper pop-up Technique

1/6/2025

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Here are some key tips to nail your pop-up from prone to standing:
  • Hand Placement: Keep your hands flat on the board, roughly level with your lower ribs, fingers pointing forward.
  • Chest Lift: As the wave lifts you, press your chest up in one smooth, explosive push-up motion.
  • Foot Swing: Tuck your back foot up under your knee and then swing it forward in one quick motion between your hands.
  • Front Foot Step: Land your front foot just behind your hands, aiming for shoulder-width stance.
  • Low Center of Gravity: Bend both knees immediately to absorb the wave’s energy and maintain balance.Eyes Forward: Keep your head up and eyes looking toward the shore or where you want to ride; your body will follow your gaze.
  • Core Engagement: Brace your core throughout—this keeps the board stable and helps the pop-up feel smoother.
  • Land Drills: Practice on dry sand or carpet: lie down, pop up, then paddle back—repeat until it feels natural.
Start slow, focus on form, and gradually increase speed as your muscle memory builds.
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Proper Paddling Technique- How to paddle?

1/6/2025

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  • Streamlined Body Position: Lie centered on the board with your toes just touching the tail—this keeps the nose high and reduces drag.
  • Chest Up, Eyes Forward: Keep your chest lifted and eyes looking toward the horizon; it naturally aligns your spine and helps breathe easier.
  • Long, Deep Strokes: Reach your arm all the way forward before slicing your hand into the water, then pull straight back past your hip in one fluid motion.
  • High Elbow Exit: At the end of each stroke, lift your elbow out of the water first—this clears the water smoothly and preps the next reach.
  • Torso Rotation: Rotate from your core rather than just your shoulder; a slight twist adds power and engages your lats.
  • Steady Rhythm: Establish a consistent paddling cadence—think “reach, pull, recover”—rather than frantic splashing.
  • Leg Lift: Keep your legs relaxed but slightly raised; toes grazing the surface help balance without dragging.
  • ​Use Your Core: Brace your abs on each pull to transfer power more efficiently and protect your lower back.
  • Adjust for Conditions: Paddle powerfully against choppy waters, but use smoother, longer strokes in flat, calm water to conserve energy.
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