My intention today was to do a post about how great of a workout surfing is. Try paddling out into the big surf on a daily basis and see how far you can get. Unless you are in terrific shape, with strong back and shoulder muscles, chances are you will be finding yourself out of breath and in the white water. Surfing is a serious workout, and all stereotypes aside, competitive surfers are in tremendous shape. They have to be, or they wont reach the waves.
I was going to post a surfing workout video but as I was searching for one I came across this Laird Hamilton video that made my jaw drop. In case you are not familiar, Laird Hamilton is the most famous big wave surfer in the world. He lives out in Hawaii with his wife, former Pro Volleyball player Gabriella Reese, and when he’s not surfing 40 foot waves, he is a spokesman for American Express. The guy has it all figured out.
So is this a surfing workout video? Not specifically, but you watch this and let us know if you think this guy is in good shape.
Don’t try this at home.
Tags: Big Wave Surfing Video, laird hamilton video, surfing workout
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