Category Archives: Health

Paddlers, It’s Time To Stretch

Written by Scott Hotaling
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demonstration of cow pose

After a long day of paddling or hiking to your favorite canoe or kayaking destination, your legs can sometimes feel like they’re anchors holding you in place. Of course, your shoulders, hips, and the rest of your body can feel … Continue reading →

SUP and Yoga in the UK

Written by Nigel Boney
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The two may seem like an unlikely pairing, but river sports and yoga have gained a great deal of ground over the years, particularly among SUP (Stand-Up Paddle board) enthusiasts. These days, it’s not hard to find SUP yoga classes … Continue reading →

Exercises for Stand-Up Paddleboarding To Build Strength and Flexibility: From Plank to Board

Written by Kimberly Hatfield
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There’s a lot more to that paddle stroke than just a flex of the arms and shoulders. It’s core, knee-to-shoulder core, says Katie Rowe. Rowe is a World Paddle Association Level 1 certified instructor and a 200-hour yoga instructor based … Continue reading →

Building and Maintaining Endurance for Your Sports

Written by Sherry Hanson
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Want to have more fun on your upcoming paddling trips? It’s all about building a good base level of endurance so you can go longer and work harder. Don’t get sucked into ads for pills, power bars, drinks and other … Continue reading →

Exercises for Paddlers: Strength Training To Prepare For The Season

Written by Doug Scott
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The same thing happens to me every spring. The ice leaves the river, and I get so excited that I’m out paddling hard for the whole day. And then I pay for it with sore muscles for a week. Even … Continue reading →