yoga for surfers 3

Yoga is about being centered in chaos, and that sounds like surfing to me.
Yoga (stretching) is an easy way to stretch and strengthen in one movement, and is an essential tool for any surfer.
This DVD is impeccably presented by Peggy Hall, and features Tom Carroll, Garrett McNamara and Brian Conley. Filmed on the beach against incoming waves, each exercise is directly related to surfing manoeuvres.
According to experts, from the age of 14-15, we start losing our flexibility. I am a balding 37 year old, and sadly, not too flexible or fitness minded at all outside of surfing.
For me, this DVD is changing all that in challenging 20 minute increments. I do one section a day, working thru the DVD twice per week before, or even better, after surfing.
It contains 3 main sections;
The first section is my favorite. It deals with developing core strength of abs and back to aid in balance and breath control.
The second focuses on lower body strength and flexibility.
The third concentrates on upper body for developing flexible power.
To begin with, some poses are damn hard, but it’s great to watch how fast they become ‘doable’. I am also experiencing the same progression with my surfing, which is why I rate “Yoga For Surfers” a must have.
Yoga For Surfers 1 and 2 are more suitable for beginners/ intermediate, but if you’re already flexible, starting with this edition is a go.
Best watched when: You want to amaze your mates with super flexy