Archive for the ‘Fitness & Nutrition’ Category
Elite surfers undergo surprisingly vigorous physical demands, according to a New Zealand study.
The researchers studied 12 top-level New Zealand surfers using a modified rowing ergometer machine to measure their power outputs and peak oxygen consumption. The surfers were also videoed during heats for two competitions while wearing GPS and heart rate monitors.
“They were a bit reluctant at first because they (the GPS monitors) were a bit bulky,†said lead researcher Oliver Farley   … More
Contrary to their laidback reputation, top surfers require peak level aerobic fitness with the right combination of strength, power and endurance to stay competitive and in shape, according to a study.
Researchers from Auckland University of Technology (AUT) Sports Performance Research Institute New Zealand (SPRINZ) have shown how physically demanding it is for surfers to stay at top levels, with their heart beating for a maximum of   … More
More than 95% of all world surfers are amateur, non-professional athletes and ride waves for fun. Nevertheless, the average surfer may have challenges and substantially improve its performance in the water.
Being an average surfer is what most of the wave riders are. Surfing once, twice or thrice a week, it doesn’t matter. As Duke Kahanamoku said, “the best surfer out there is the one having the most fun  … More