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Tyler Martinez
Tyler Martinez
 
November 12, 2024

Anyone have any tips on how to recover while still at the beach? I go out any morning that we actually have waves here In South Florida. Out here we usually only get windswells which comes with tons of current, so I’m constantly paddling just to stay In position. My paddle strength and stamina has gotten a lot better over time thanks to following all the excersizes on this site however I can usually only last about an hour and a half before I’m completely drained. At this point Im usually pretty stubborn and try push through being tired but my surfing starts to really go downhill as a result.

Should I just go back in to the beach and try to rest for a little while, or should I just be calling it quits on the session at this point?

Also is there anything I can do while still out the back to avoid getting tired?

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John Kuras
John Kuras
November 12, 2024

Hydrate! Water maybe add some liquid IV or even a tiny amount of salt. Salt helps with absorption (so I've been told).

Small snack: protein bars, trail mix, fresh fruit (something along those lines).Nothing too heavy especially if your plan is to surf again in a little.

Recovery breathing: Wim Hof breathing (plenty of youtube tutorials you can check out.)

If possible try to get out of sun for a little as that can be very draining.

As far as while being out back to recover I think breathing is gonna be your best bet there. Slow controlled breathing from the diaphragm (any marathon running will probably tell you this type of breathing is key to last the race.)
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Clayton Nienaber
Clayton Nienaber
November 12, 2024

Your mind works in cycles of about 45 minutes. I often see Mick fanning take short intense surfs at a high work rate to help his focus rather than more time with low focus and fatigue

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Graham Marsden
Graham Marsden
November 13, 2024

When I'm out the back I make an effort to keep stretching my arms, legs and back to stop my muscles seizing up which helps.