So I am stuck with this sh$tty take-off and pop-up on small waves. Lifetime surfer that seems to have regressed back to the basics….

So some backstory is that I injured my shoulder surfing about 2 years ago and my paddle strength is not the best. I feel like I struggle catching the wave and end-up on late drops. If I do get to my feet, I usually fall within the first few seconds, as my board speed feels way off.

I know these waves kinda sucked in this video, but seems to carry through on all small waves. For whatever reason, I usually make medium to large waves without this happening?

Thoughts??? Thanks all