Sunday, August 7, 2022

Standup paddleboarding

 

Standup paddleboarding

Stand-up paddleboarding (SUP) is a water sport derived from surfing, with modern roots in Hawaii. A stand-up paddleboarder stands on a floating board and uses a paddle to navigate through the water.

What is the point of stand up paddle boarding?

Stand-Up Paddle Boarding is great for your core muscles as they are responsible for maintaining your balance. But muscles in the legs and feet also get stronger together. Of course, you can train your arms and shoulders by actually rowing instead of just floating on the river.

Is stand up paddle boarding hard?

Stand up paddle boarding is considered "easy". This is due to the fact paddlers of all shapes, sizes and a while will examine sufficient with the intention to experience it right away with little or no effort.

Difference between SUP and paddle boarding

Paddleboarding
Paddleboarding


Paddleboarding is a water sport in which participants are propelled by arm-driven swimming motion while lying or kneeling on a paddleboard or surfboard in the ocean or other body of water.

Standup Paddle boards, on the other hand, require a paddle that the rider uses to propel them through the water while standing on their board. 

Standup paddleboarding
Standup paddleboarding

Is kayaking or paddle boarding a better workout?

Kayaking is a fun workout, but it primarily works your arms and core. On the other hand, SUP uses the whole body. Arms, core, legs, flexibility and overall balance benefit from a paddleboard workout. If you want a full-body workout, SUP is the way to go.

Is paddleboarding a good workout?

Yes, stand up paddleboarding is a great workout. Few activities offer such a wide range, from upper body training to footwork to core  building. At the same time, it is also very low intensity and fun.

There are many different types and variations of paddleboarding, including:

•  Flat water paddling

•  Sightseeing

•  Recreational

•  Fitness

•  Paddle board racing

•  River and white water paddle boarding

•  Paddle board surfing

•  Paddle board fishing

•  Paddle board yoga

The 6 Most Essential SUP Safety Items

1.  Life Jacket or Personal flotation device

2.  Sup Leash

3. Safety whistle

4.  Quick release belt

5.  Waterproof flashlight

6.  Sun protection

Benefits of stand up paddle boarding

1. Gets You on Your Feet 

2. Helps With Balance

3. Reduces Your Stress Levels

4. Exercises Your Whole Body

5. Low-Impact Workout

6. Helps You Lose Weight

7. Boosts Your Cardiovascular Health

Can a dog go on a stand up paddle board?

Standup paddleboard with dog

Standup paddleboard with dog

It is highly recommend that your dog wear a life jacket when stand up paddling. This ensures your dog's safety if he falls, jumps into the water, or hits his head. Ideally, Life Jacket should have a handle on the top of her jacket. Grips are important for lifting your dog onto the board if he falls or swims.

See also:- Rafting, Rowing.