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Learn Why SUP is an Excellent Way to Cross Train!<\/h1>\n

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SUP (or stand up paddle boarding) is an excellent tool for cross training.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Whether you are a runner, powerlifter, endurance athlete, play a sport, or just want to stay in shape, there are certain motions, and core strength, required for SUP that can help improve your performance.<\/span><\/p>\n

In addition, SUP is also a great tool for connecting with the natural world around you. This can lower your overall stress. Reduce your anxiety. And make sure you hit your daily requirements of Vitamin D.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Interested in learning how stand up paddle boarding can be used for your cross training? In this article, we discuss the different sectors of fitness SUP can help to supplement, why they\u2019re important, and how you can get started \u2014 today!<\/span><\/p>\n

Note<\/strong>: This post is for experienced paddlers who have mastered the basics on a SUP. If you are a true beginner in paddle boarding, you might be best served by checking out our Beginner Guide to SUP<\/a>. This is the ultimate guide designed to help you understand everything you need to know before getting started.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n

Once you have the basics down, then you can begin using SUP as a complement to your healthy training regimen!\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n

Balance Training<\/span><\/h2>\n

Athletic endeavors require effort from your body. By being under constant stress when performing athletic endeavors, it\u2019s not unusual to experience injury in major joints. This can be especially the case when it comes to your knees.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

One of the best ways to prevent knee pain or injury is by strengthening the muscles that surround them. A great way to do this is through balance training.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

By balancing on a moving surface like a SUP, you are forced to use muscles in your legs and around your knees, ones that we don\u2019t normally use, just to stand upright. By continuing with this type of training, the muscles surrounding your knees become stronger and this will prevent injury over time.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Additional benefits of balance training include:<\/span><\/p>\n

Body Awareness \u2014 The sense of how your limbs are oriented in space. This is also called proprioception. Balance training improves your body awareness which decreases the likelihood of injury when performing complex athletic movements.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Coordination \u2014 Balance training forces your major muscle groups to work together to maintain an upright posture on a SUP. Improved coordination will translate to other areas of your training.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Reaction Time \u2014 If you happen to slip or stumble while on a SUP, your body needs to re-balance quickly or you will fall in. This will improve your reaction time in other athletic endeavors.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Long Term Health \u2014 As we age, our balance can deteriorate. This can lead to slips, falls, and injuries whether you\u2019re training or not. By maintaining a balance training routine on a SUP, you are more likely to maintain balance in your everyday life. Especially as you age.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Off Season Balance Training Tools<\/h3>\n

We understand, in certain areas, stand up paddle boarding can only be enjoyed when the weather is nice. During those times when you can't spend it outside, you should still be training your balance \u2014 simply because of the benefits discussed above.<\/p>\n

When off-season hits, the team at Perfect Paddles loves to use certain tools in order to continue training<\/a>. Our main trainers are\u00a0wooden balance boards<\/a> that can be used right in our living rooms in order to keep our balance in top shape all year long.<\/p>\n

These boards mimic the feel of standing on SUP and will keep your muscles sharp throughout the year. In addition, they also come with training videos so you can learn how to use the boards for upper body strength as well.<\/p>\n

They've become a serious staple in our health and fitness routines<\/a>. And they're a great tool stay in paddling shape all year long!<\/p>\n

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