Surf Fitness

If this has been you, then you know that extreme burning feeling you get in your shoulders in places you forgot existed and your abdominal muscles ache with every breath. Well you may not have control over the extended dry spell from getting some waves but you can make sure you are still in top surf shape when the uncontrollable urge to hit the water takes over.

Here is a simple exercise that not only will prevent the three days you can't feel your shoulders or take a deep breath after your next outing but will increase your wave count as well.

All you need is a large size exercise ball and a 10' exercise tubing with handles. Make sure the ball is filled and fairly hard and you have a strong anchor for your tubing. Wrap the tubing around a solid anchor point on a level surface. Holding the handles one in each hand, lay down on the ball face down. Get into a position that is similar to paddling. Balance on your toes with your head up like you are looking over the next wave and start a paddle motion using the resistance from the exercise tubing. Start with three sets of fifty and work your way up from there. You can move further away from the anchor point to increase resistance and build your endurance and balance on one toe to increase core strength. Three times a week will get you ready for next vacation, surf trip or your last minute parole to hit the water.

If you like this, then I would also reccommend Total Surfing Fitness . This is a great core workout to keep you fit for surf.
Incorporate this into your regular routine and you will be glad you did. Now for the disclaimer stuff: Make sure you are in good physical condition and have the approval from your physician prior to doing this or other exercises and stop if you have any pain or discomfort associated with an injury.