{"id":330379,"date":"2025-03-27T11:00:03","date_gmt":"2025-03-27T10:00:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/2025\/03\/27\/preparing-for-your-surfing-vacation-12-tips-for-surfing-well-prepared\/"},"modified":"2026-10-01T17:00:41","modified_gmt":"2026-10-01T15:00:41","slug":"preparing-for-your-surfing-vacation-12-tips-for-surfing-well-prepared","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/preparing-for-your-surfing-vacation-12-tips-for-surfing-well-prepared\/","title":{"rendered":"Preparing for Your Surfing Vacation: 12 Tips for Being Well-Prepared to Surf"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221;][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/preparation-for-your-surfvacation.jpg&#8221; alt=&#8221;preparation-for-your-surfvacation&#8221; title_text=&#8221;preparation-for-your-surfvacation&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; z_index_tablet=&#8221;500&#8243; border_radii=&#8221;on|10px|10px|10px|10px&#8221; box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; box_shadow_vertical_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; box_shadow_blur_tablet=&#8221;40px&#8221; box_shadow_spread_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; text_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; header_2_font_size=&#8221;30px&#8221; header_2_line_height=&#8221;1.7em&#8221; z_index_tablet=&#8221;500&#8243; text_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; text_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; text_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; link_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; link_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; link_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; ul_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; ul_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; ul_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; ol_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; ol_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; ol_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; quote_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; quote_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; quote_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; header_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; header_2_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_2_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_2_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; header_3_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_3_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_3_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; header_4_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_4_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_4_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; header_5_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_5_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_5_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; header_6_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_6_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_6_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; box_shadow_vertical_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; box_shadow_blur_tablet=&#8221;40px&#8221; box_shadow_spread_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>Surfing is one of the <strong>best feelings there is<\/strong>. The first rays of morning sun, the sound of the Atlantic, and that moment when a wave carries you\u2014that\u2019s exactly what many people look forward to for months on end. It\u2019s all the more wonderful when you can enjoy your surfing vacation from day one and aren\u2019t completely exhausted after just your first few sessions.  <\/p>\n<p>From our experience at FreshSurf, we know that <strong>good preparation<\/strong> often makes all the difference. Those who arrive with a little more stamina, flexibility, and paddling strength learn faster, feel more confident in the water, and can get more out of every session. <\/p>\n<p>With the following <strong>twelve tips<\/strong>, we&#8217;ll show you how to prepare for your next <a href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/surfing-in-jandia\/\">surf trip<\/a> easily and effectively.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_3,2_3&#8243; make_equal=&#8221;on&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/surf-with-gianlu-1.jpg&#8221; title_text=&#8221;surf with gianlu 1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; border_radii=&#8221;on|10px|10px|10px|10px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;2_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; background_color=&#8221;rgba(224,153,0,0.3)&#8221; height=&#8221;100%&#8221; max_height=&#8221;100%&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;||||false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;20px|20px|20px|20px|true|true&#8221; border_radii=&#8221;on|10px|10px|10px|10px&#8221; border_color_all=&#8221;rgba(0,0,0,0.22)&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_88 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/preparing-for-your-surfing-vacation-12-tips-for-surfing-well-prepared\/#Based_on_our_experience_at_FreshSurf\" >Based on our experience at FreshSurf<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/preparing-for-your-surfing-vacation-12-tips-for-surfing-well-prepared\/#The_Most_Important_Points_at_a_Glance\" >The Most Important Points at a Glance<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/preparing-for-your-surfing-vacation-12-tips-for-surfing-well-prepared\/#Preparation_in_3_stages\" >Preparation in 3 stages<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/preparing-for-your-surfing-vacation-12-tips-for-surfing-well-prepared\/#Why_Good_Preparation_Is_Really_Worth_It\" >Why Good Preparation Is Really Worth It<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/preparing-for-your-surfing-vacation-12-tips-for-surfing-well-prepared\/#Good_to_Know\" >Good to Know<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/preparing-for-your-surfing-vacation-12-tips-for-surfing-well-prepared\/#1_Swimming%E2%80%94the_best_way_to_prepare_for_surfing\" >1. Swimming\u2014the best way to prepare for surfing<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/preparing-for-your-surfing-vacation-12-tips-for-surfing-well-prepared\/#Our_Tip\" >Our Tip<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/preparing-for-your-surfing-vacation-12-tips-for-surfing-well-prepared\/#In_a_nutshell\" >In a nutshell<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/preparing-for-your-surfing-vacation-12-tips-for-surfing-well-prepared\/#2_Paddling%E2%80%94the_key_to_catching_more_waves\" >2. Paddling\u2014the key to catching more waves<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/preparing-for-your-surfing-vacation-12-tips-for-surfing-well-prepared\/#Heres_how_you_can_practice_paddling\" >Here&#8217;s how you can practice paddling<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/preparing-for-your-surfing-vacation-12-tips-for-surfing-well-prepared\/#Our_Tip-2\" >Our Tip<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/preparing-for-your-surfing-vacation-12-tips-for-surfing-well-prepared\/#In_a_nutshell-2\" >In a nutshell<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/preparing-for-your-surfing-vacation-12-tips-for-surfing-well-prepared\/#3_Yoga_%E2%80%93_Surf_with_Greater_Flexibility_and_Recover_Faster\" >3. Yoga \u2013 Surf with Greater Flexibility and Recover Faster<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/preparing-for-your-surfing-vacation-12-tips-for-surfing-well-prepared\/#Heres_how_to_prepare\" >Here&#8217;s how to prepare<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/preparing-for-your-surfing-vacation-12-tips-for-surfing-well-prepared\/#Our_Tip-3\" >Our Tip<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/preparing-for-your-surfing-vacation-12-tips-for-surfing-well-prepared\/#In_a_nutshell-3\" >In a nutshell<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/preparing-for-your-surfing-vacation-12-tips-for-surfing-well-prepared\/#4_Strength_Training_%E2%80%93_Less_Bulky_Muscles_More_Body_Tension\" >4. Strength Training \u2013 Less Bulky Muscles, More Body Tension<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/preparing-for-your-surfing-vacation-12-tips-for-surfing-well-prepared\/#Heres_how_to_prepare-2\" >Here&#8217;s how to prepare<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/preparing-for-your-surfing-vacation-12-tips-for-surfing-well-prepared\/#Our_Tip-4\" >Our Tip<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/preparing-for-your-surfing-vacation-12-tips-for-surfing-well-prepared\/#In_a_nutshell-4\" >In a nutshell<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/preparing-for-your-surfing-vacation-12-tips-for-surfing-well-prepared\/#%F0%9F%92%A1_FreshSurf-Tipp\" >\ud83d\udca1 FreshSurf-Tipp<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/preparing-for-your-surfing-vacation-12-tips-for-surfing-well-prepared\/#5_Balance_%E2%80%93_Practice_your_balance_before_your_vacation\" >5. Balance \u2013 Practice your balance before your vacation<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/preparing-for-your-surfing-vacation-12-tips-for-surfing-well-prepared\/#How_to_Prepare\" >How to Prepare<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/preparing-for-your-surfing-vacation-12-tips-for-surfing-well-prepared\/#Our_Tip-5\" >Our Tip<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/preparing-for-your-surfing-vacation-12-tips-for-surfing-well-prepared\/#In_a_nutshell-5\" >In a nutshell<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/preparing-for-your-surfing-vacation-12-tips-for-surfing-well-prepared\/#%F0%9F%92%A1_FreshSurf-Tip\" >\ud83d\udca1 FreshSurf-Tip<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/preparing-for-your-surfing-vacation-12-tips-for-surfing-well-prepared\/#6_Skating_Surfskating_%E2%80%93_Improve_Your_Sense_of_Fluid_Movement\" >6. Skating &amp; Surfskating \u2013 Improve Your Sense of Fluid Movement<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/preparing-for-your-surfing-vacation-12-tips-for-surfing-well-prepared\/#How_to_Prepare-2\" >How to Prepare<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/preparing-for-your-surfing-vacation-12-tips-for-surfing-well-prepared\/#Our_Tip-6\" >Our Tip<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/preparing-for-your-surfing-vacation-12-tips-for-surfing-well-prepared\/#In_a_nutshell-6\" >In a nutshell<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-31\" href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/preparing-for-your-surfing-vacation-12-tips-for-surfing-well-prepared\/#%F0%9F%92%A1_FreshSurf-Tip-2\" >\ud83d\udca1 FreshSurf-Tip<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-32\" href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/preparing-for-your-surfing-vacation-12-tips-for-surfing-well-prepared\/#7_Fitness_and_Endurance_Training_%E2%80%93_More_Energy_for_Long_Days_of_Surfing\" >7. Fitness and Endurance Training \u2013 More Energy for Long Days of Surfing<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-33\" href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/preparing-for-your-surfing-vacation-12-tips-for-surfing-well-prepared\/#How_to_Prepare-3\" >How to Prepare<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-34\" href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/preparing-for-your-surfing-vacation-12-tips-for-surfing-well-prepared\/#Our_Tip-7\" >Our Tip<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-35\" href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/preparing-for-your-surfing-vacation-12-tips-for-surfing-well-prepared\/#In_a_nutshell-7\" >In a nutshell<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-36\" href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/preparing-for-your-surfing-vacation-12-tips-for-surfing-well-prepared\/#%F0%9F%92%A1_FreshSurf-Tipp-2\" >\ud83d\udca1 FreshSurf-Tipp<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-37\" href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/preparing-for-your-surfing-vacation-12-tips-for-surfing-well-prepared\/#8_Slacklining_%E2%80%93_Improve_Your_Balance_Through_Play\" >8. Slacklining \u2013 Improve Your Balance Through Play<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-38\" href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/preparing-for-your-surfing-vacation-12-tips-for-surfing-well-prepared\/#Heres_how_to_prepare-3\" >Here&#8217;s how to prepare<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-39\" href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/preparing-for-your-surfing-vacation-12-tips-for-surfing-well-prepared\/#Our_Tip-8\" >Our Tip<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-40\" href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/preparing-for-your-surfing-vacation-12-tips-for-surfing-well-prepared\/#In_a_nutshell-8\" >In a nutshell<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-41\" href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/preparing-for-your-surfing-vacation-12-tips-for-surfing-well-prepared\/#%F0%9F%92%A1_FreshSurf-Tip-3\" >\ud83d\udca1 FreshSurf-Tip<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-42\" href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/preparing-for-your-surfing-vacation-12-tips-for-surfing-well-prepared\/#9_Surfing_Tutorials_%E2%80%93_Learn_Before_Your_First_Day_on_the_Water\" >9. Surfing Tutorials \u2013 Learn Before Your First Day on the Water<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-43\" href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/preparing-for-your-surfing-vacation-12-tips-for-surfing-well-prepared\/#Heres_what_you_should_look_for\" >Here\u2019s what you should look for<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-44\" href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/preparing-for-your-surfing-vacation-12-tips-for-surfing-well-prepared\/#Our_Tip-9\" >Our Tip<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-45\" href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/preparing-for-your-surfing-vacation-12-tips-for-surfing-well-prepared\/#In_a_nutshell-9\" >In a nutshell<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-46\" href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/preparing-for-your-surfing-vacation-12-tips-for-surfing-well-prepared\/#%F0%9F%92%A1_FreshSurf-Tip-4\" >\ud83d\udca1 FreshSurf-Tip<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-47\" href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/preparing-for-your-surfing-vacation-12-tips-for-surfing-well-prepared\/#10_Arrive_Well-Prepared%E2%80%94Heres_How_to_Start_Your_Surf_Trip_on_a_Relaxed_Note\" >10. Arrive Well-Prepared\u2014Here\u2019s How to Start Your Surf Trip on a Relaxed Note<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-48\" href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/preparing-for-your-surfing-vacation-12-tips-for-surfing-well-prepared\/#Before_you_leave_remember_to\" >Before you leave, remember to<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-49\" href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/preparing-for-your-surfing-vacation-12-tips-for-surfing-well-prepared\/#Our_Tip-10\" >Our Tip<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-50\" href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/preparing-for-your-surfing-vacation-12-tips-for-surfing-well-prepared\/#In_a_nutshell-10\" >In a nutshell<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-51\" href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/preparing-for-your-surfing-vacation-12-tips-for-surfing-well-prepared\/#%F0%9F%92%A1_FreshSurf-Tip-5\" >\ud83d\udca1 FreshSurf-Tip<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-52\" href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/preparing-for-your-surfing-vacation-12-tips-for-surfing-well-prepared\/#11_Technique_Training_%E2%80%93_Practice_Movement_Sequences_at_Home\" >11. Technique Training \u2013 Practice Movement Sequences at Home<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-53\" href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/preparing-for-your-surfing-vacation-12-tips-for-surfing-well-prepared\/#Heres_what_you_can_practice\" >Here\u2019s what you can practice:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-54\" href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/preparing-for-your-surfing-vacation-12-tips-for-surfing-well-prepared\/#Our_Tip-11\" >Our Tip<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-55\" href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/preparing-for-your-surfing-vacation-12-tips-for-surfing-well-prepared\/#In_a_nutshell-11\" >In a nutshell<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-56\" href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/preparing-for-your-surfing-vacation-12-tips-for-surfing-well-prepared\/#%F0%9F%92%A1_FreshSurf-Tip-6\" >\ud83d\udca1 FreshSurf-Tip<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-57\" href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/preparing-for-your-surfing-vacation-12-tips-for-surfing-well-prepared\/#12_Nutrition_%E2%80%93_Give_Your_Body_the_Right_Energy\" >12. Nutrition \u2013 Give Your Body the Right Energy<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-58\" href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/preparing-for-your-surfing-vacation-12-tips-for-surfing-well-prepared\/#Heres_what_you_should_keep_in_mind\" >Here\u2019s what you should keep in mind:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-59\" href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/preparing-for-your-surfing-vacation-12-tips-for-surfing-well-prepared\/#Our_Tip-12\" >Our Tip<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-60\" href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/preparing-for-your-surfing-vacation-12-tips-for-surfing-well-prepared\/#In_a_nutshell-12\" >In a nutshell<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-61\" href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/preparing-for-your-surfing-vacation-12-tips-for-surfing-well-prepared\/#%F0%9F%92%A1_FreshSurf-Tip-7\" >\ud83d\udca1 FreshSurf-Tip<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Based_on_our_experience_at_FreshSurf\"><\/span>Based on our experience at FreshSurf<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>For many years now, we\u2019ve been welcoming beginner and advanced surfers from all over Europe to Fuerteventura every year. Time and again, we\u2019ve seen that those who prepare specifically four to six weeks before their surfing vacation start with significantly more stamina, paddle more relaxed into the lineup, and usually experience noticeably more success right from the first few days. The goal isn\u2019t to achieve peak performance\u2014but to optimally prepare your body for the physical demands of surfing.  <\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; header_2_font_size_tablet=&#8221;&#8221; header_2_font_size_phone=&#8221;24px&#8221; header_2_font_size_last_edited=&#8221;on|phone&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Most_Important_Points_at_a_Glance\"><\/span>The Most Important Points at a Glance<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_5,1_5,1_5,1_5,1_5&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_5&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_blurb image=&#8221;https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/vorbereitung-surftrip-timing.png&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; body_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>\u2714 Start training 4\u20136 weeks before your surfing trip.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_5&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_blurb image=&#8221;https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/vorbereitung-surftrip-plan.png&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; body_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>\u2714 Work on your endurance, strength, balance, and flexibility.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_5&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_blurb image=&#8221;https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/vorbereitung-surftrip-schwimmen.png&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; body_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>\u2714 Swimming is one of the most effective ways to prepare.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_5&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_blurb image=&#8221;https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/vorbereitung-surfen-yoga.png&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; body_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>\u2714 Supplement your workout with yoga, mobility exercises, and functional exercises<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_5&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_blurb image=&#8221;https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/vorbereitung-surfen-qualitaet.png&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; body_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>\u2714 The better you prepare, the more energy you&#8217;ll have later in the water.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; header_2_font_size_tablet=&#8221;&#8221; header_2_font_size_phone=&#8221;24px&#8221; header_2_font_size_last_edited=&#8221;on|phone&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Preparation_in_3_stages\"><\/span>Preparation in 3 stages<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>In this guide, we\u2019ll show you twelve proven ways <strong>to get ready for your next surfing vacation<\/strong> \u2014from swimming training and strength exercises to yoga, mental preparation, and the final steps before your trip. We\u2019ve been using many of these tips ourselves for years or recommend them to our guests before their stay on Fuerteventura. <\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_3,1_3,1_3&#8243; make_equal=&#8221;on&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; width=&#8221;100%&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221;][et_pb_blurb image=&#8221;https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/schwimmer-surfvorbereitung.jpg&#8221; alt=&#8221;Swimmers: Preparing for Surfing&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; body_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;||||false|false&#8221; link_option_url=&#8221;#teil1&#8243; border_radii=&#8221;on|10px|10px|10px|10px&#8221; border_color_all=&#8221;rgba(0,0,0,0.26)&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Swimming &#038; Paddling<\/li>\n<li>Stretching Exercises and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/yoga\/\">Yoga<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Strength Training<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><strong><a href=\"#teil1\">Topics \u2192<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">\n<p>[\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221;][et_pb_blurb image=&#8221;https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/surfcamp-fuerteventura-skaten.webp&#8221; alt=&#8221;Swimmers: Preparing for Surfing&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; body_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;||||false|false&#8221; link_option_url=&#8221;#teil1&#8243; border_radii=&#8221;on|10px|10px|10px|10px&#8221; border_color_all=&#8221;rgba(0,0,0,0.26)&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Board Sports<\/li>\n<li>Fitness and Endurance Training<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/balance-boards-by-bredder\/\">Balance Boards<\/a> and Slacklines<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><strong><a href=\"#teil2\">Topics \u2192<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">[\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221;][et_pb_blurb image=&#8221;https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/surfen-lernen-im-surfcamp-vorbereitung.jpg&#8221; alt=&#8221;Learning to Surf at Surf Camp: Preparation&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; body_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;||||false|false&#8221; link_option_url=&#8221;#teil1&#8243; border_radii=&#8221;on|10px|10px|10px|10px&#8221; border_color_all=&#8221;rgba(0,0,0,0.26)&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Travel Preparations<\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">Surfing Technique Training<\/span><\/li>\n<li>Personal Care<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><strong><a href=\"#teil3\">Topics \u2192<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Good_Preparation_Is_Really_Worth_It\"><\/span>Why Good Preparation Is Really Worth It<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/surfcamp-surferin.jpg&#8221; alt=&#8221;surf camp, female surfer&#8221; title_text=&#8221;surf camp, female surfer&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; border_radii=&#8221;on|10px|10px|10px|10px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>Preparing well for your surfing vacation doesn&#8217;t mean you have to be particularly athletic or train for hours every day. Even just a few weeks of regular training can make a noticeable difference. <\/p>\n<p>Those who <strong>prepare specifically<\/strong> often benefit from:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>More endurance while paddling<\/li>\n<li>Faster progress in the surfing course<\/li>\n<li>More Power for Takeoff<\/li>\n<li>better balance on the surfboard<\/li>\n<li>lower risk of injury<\/li>\n<li>shorter recovery periods between sessions<\/li>\n<li>More confidence in the water<\/li>\n<li>More fun throughout your entire surfing vacation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Beginners, in particular, often underestimate just <strong>how physically demanding surfing can be<\/strong>. The combination of paddling, standing up, balancing, and reading the waves engages many muscle groups at the same time. With proper preparation, you can therefore focus much more on what it\u2019s really all about: surfing and the experience in the water.  <\/p>\n<p><strong>More on this topic:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/triathlon-training-on-fuerteventura-swimming-cycling-and-running-between-the-atlantic-ocean-and-volcanic-landscapes\/\">Triathlon Training on Fuerteventura: Swimming, Cycling, and Running Between the Atlantic Ocean and Volcanic Landscapes<\/a> \u00b7 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/no-swell-what-to-do-on-days-without-waves\/\">No Swell \u2013 What to do on days without waves?<\/a><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; background_color=&#8221;rgba(12,113,195,0.31)&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;||||false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;20px|20px|20px|20px|true|true&#8221; border_radii=&#8221;on|10px|10px|10px|10px&#8221; border_color_all=&#8221;rgba(0,0,0,0.22)&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Good_to_Know\"><\/span>Good to Know<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Before their first surfing trip, many guests believe that they mainly need to train their arms. In reality, however, you\u2019ll benefit most from a combination of endurance, core stability, flexibility, and proper paddling technique. It\u2019s exactly this combination that allows you to stay in the water longer and use your energy efficiently.  <\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; text_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; header_2_font_size=&#8221;22px&#8221; z_index_tablet=&#8221;500&#8243; text_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; text_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; text_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; link_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; link_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; link_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; ul_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; ul_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; ul_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; ol_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; ol_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; ol_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; quote_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; quote_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; quote_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; header_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; header_2_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_2_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_2_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; header_3_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_3_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_3_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; header_4_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_4_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_4_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; header_5_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_5_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_5_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; header_6_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_6_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_6_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; box_shadow_vertical_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; box_shadow_blur_tablet=&#8221;40px&#8221; box_shadow_spread_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"teil1\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Swimming%E2%80%94the_best_way_to_prepare_for_surfing\"><\/span>1. Swimming\u2014the best way to prepare for surfing<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221;][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/schwimmen-zur-surf-vorberei.jpg&#8221; alt=&#8221;Preparing for a Surfing Vacation: Swimming&#8221; title_text=&#8221;Swimming to Prepare for Surfing&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; z_index_tablet=&#8221;500&#8243; border_radii=&#8221;on|10px|10px|10px|10px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; text_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; z_index_tablet=&#8221;500&#8243; text_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; text_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; text_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; link_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; link_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; link_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; ul_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; ul_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; ul_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; ol_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; ol_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; ol_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; quote_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; quote_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; quote_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; header_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; header_2_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_2_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_2_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; header_3_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_3_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_3_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; header_4_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_4_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_4_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; header_5_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_5_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_5_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; header_6_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_6_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_6_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; box_shadow_vertical_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; box_shadow_blur_tablet=&#8221;40px&#8221; box_shadow_spread_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>Surfing doesn&#8217;t start with the takeoff\u2014it starts <strong>with paddling<\/strong>. If you can paddle in a relaxed manner, you&#8217;ll reach the lineup with more energy, catch more waves, and have more fun in the water. <\/p>\n<p>That&#8217;s why <strong>swimming<\/strong> is <strong>one of the most effective ways<\/strong> to prepare for your surfing vacation. The crawl stroke, in particular, builds endurance and strengthens your shoulders, back, and breathing\u2014exactly the areas you&#8217;ll need when you&#8217;re surfing. <\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_2,1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; background_color=&#8221;rgba(12,113,195,0.31)&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;||||false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;20px|20px|20px|20px|true|true&#8221; border_radii=&#8221;on|10px|10px|10px|10px&#8221; border_color_all=&#8221;rgba(0,0,0,0.22)&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Our_Tip\"><\/span>Our Tip<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>If you don&#8217;t have any experience with the crawl stroke yet, it&#8217;s worth taking a <strong>technique class at the pool<\/strong>. Proper technique saves energy\u2014just like it will later when you&#8217;re paddling on a surfboard. <\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; header_2_font_size=&#8221;22px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"In_a_nutshell\"><\/span>In a nutshell<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Swimming improves your endurance, paddling strength, and feel for the water\u2014making it one of the best ways to prepare for your surfing vacation.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; text_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; header_2_font_size=&#8221;22px&#8221; z_index_tablet=&#8221;500&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Paddling%E2%80%94the_key_to_catching_more_waves\"><\/span>2. Paddling\u2014the key to catching more waves<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/paddeln-als-vorbereitung-au.jpg&#8221; alt=&#8221;Paddling as preparation for a surfing vacation&#8221; title_text=&#8221;Paddling as preparation for a surfing vacation&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; z_index_tablet=&#8221;500&#8243; border_radii=&#8221;on|10px|10px|10px|10px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"533\" data-end=\"675\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"><strong>&#8220;If you want to surf more waves, you have to learn to paddle better first.&#8221;<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"533\" data-end=\"675\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\">When people think of surfing, most think of the takeoff first. But in reality, you spend most of your time paddling on your surfboard. <span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"677\" data-end=\"847\">The more efficiently you paddle, the more relaxed you&#8217;ll be when you reach the lineup, the more waves you&#8217;ll be able to paddle up to, and the more energy you&#8217;ll have left for the actual wave.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; text_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; z_index_tablet=&#8221;500&#8243; text_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; text_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; text_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; link_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; link_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; link_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; ul_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; ul_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; ul_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; ol_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; ol_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; ol_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; quote_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; quote_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; quote_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; header_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; header_2_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_2_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_2_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; header_3_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_3_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_3_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; header_4_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_4_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_4_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; header_5_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_5_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_5_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; header_6_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_6_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_6_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; box_shadow_vertical_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; box_shadow_blur_tablet=&#8221;40px&#8221; box_shadow_spread_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Heres_how_you_can_practice_paddling\"><\/span>Here&#8217;s how you can practice paddling<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Of course, the best way to practice paddling is on a surfboard. If that&#8217;s not possible, other exercises can help you, too: <\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Front crawl<\/li>\n<li>Resistance Bands<\/li>\n<li>Back and Shoulder Exercises<\/li>\n<li>Fuselage Stabilization<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>What&#8217;s important here isn&#8217;t using as much strength as possible, but rather a smooth and controlled movement.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_2,1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; background_color=&#8221;rgba(12,113,195,0.31)&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;||||false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;20px|20px|20px|20px|true|true&#8221; border_radii=&#8221;on|10px|10px|10px|10px&#8221; border_color_all=&#8221;rgba(0,0,0,0.22)&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Our_Tip-2\"><\/span>Our Tip<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Many beginners paddle almost exclusively with their arms. Instead, use your entire upper body and keep your eyes focused straight ahead. This conserves energy and makes your paddling motion much more efficient.  <\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; header_2_font_size=&#8221;22px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"In_a_nutshell-2\"><\/span>In a nutshell<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Good paddling technique helps you get to the lineup more relaxed, saves energy, and increases your chances of catching more waves.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/6-tips-for-proper-paddling-when-surfing-how-to-catch-every-wave\/\">Tips on Paddling \u2192<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; text_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; header_2_font_size=&#8221;22px&#8221; z_index_tablet=&#8221;500&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Yoga_%E2%80%93_Surf_with_Greater_Flexibility_and_Recover_Faster\"><\/span>3. Yoga \u2013 Surf with Greater Flexibility and Recover Faster<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/surfcamp-auf-fuerteventura-yoga.webp&#8221; alt=&#8221;surf-camp-on-fuerteventura-yoga&#8221; title_text=&#8221;surf-camp-on-fuerteventura-yoga&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; z_index_tablet=&#8221;500&#8243; border_radii=&#8221;on|10px|10px|10px|10px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>When surfing, you\u2019re constantly moving your body into unfamiliar positions. 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Just 15 to 20 minutes of regular practice often does more good than one long session right before your vacation. Consistency is key.  <\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; header_2_font_size=&#8221;22px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"In_a_nutshell-3\"><\/span>In a nutshell<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yoga improves flexibility, balance, and body control\u2014and helps you surf in a more relaxed and energy-efficient way.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; text_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; header_2_font_size=&#8221;22px&#8221; z_index_tablet=&#8221;500&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Strength_Training_%E2%80%93_Less_Bulky_Muscles_More_Body_Tension\"><\/span>4. Strength Training \u2013 Less Bulky Muscles, More Body Tension<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/surf-training-fuerteventura.jpg&#8221; alt=&#8221;Surf Training in Fuerteventura&#8221; title_text=&#8221;Surf Training in Fuerteventura&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; z_index_tablet=&#8221;500&#8243; border_radii=&#8221;on|10px|10px|10px|10px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>When surfing, it&#8217;s not about lifting as much weight as possible. What&#8217;s much more important is a stable core and enough strength to paddle in a controlled manner for several hours, execute the takeoff, and steer your board safely. <\/p>\n<p>That&#8217;s why you should focus on functional exercises that work multiple muscle groups at the same time.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; text_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; z_index_tablet=&#8221;500&#8243; text_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; text_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; text_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; link_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; link_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; link_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; ul_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; ul_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; ul_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; ol_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; ol_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; ol_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; quote_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; quote_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; quote_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; header_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; header_2_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_2_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_2_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; header_3_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_3_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_3_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; header_4_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_4_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_4_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; header_5_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_5_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_5_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; header_6_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_6_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_6_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; box_shadow_vertical_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; box_shadow_blur_tablet=&#8221;40px&#8221; box_shadow_spread_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Heres_how_to_prepare-2\"><\/span>Here&#8217;s how to prepare<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Just 2\u20133 strength training sessions a week are enough.<\/p>\n<p>Exercises such as the following are particularly helpful:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Push-ups<\/li>\n<li>Pull-ups or rowing<\/li>\n<li>Planks<\/li>\n<li>Squats<\/li>\n<li>Lunges<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Train with proper form and control\u2014quality is more important than doing as many repetitions as possible.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_2,1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; background_color=&#8221;rgba(12,113,195,0.31)&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;||||false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;20px|20px|20px|20px|true|true&#8221; border_radii=&#8221;on|10px|10px|10px|10px&#8221; border_color_all=&#8221;rgba(0,0,0,0.22)&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Our_Tip-4\"><\/span>Our Tip<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>If you&#8217;re short on time, focus on bodyweight exercises. These will help you build the stability and core strength you&#8217;ll need later on the surfboard. <\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; header_2_font_size=&#8221;22px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"In_a_nutshell-4\"><\/span>In a nutshell<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Functional strength training improves your core stability, makes takeoffs easier, and helps you keep surfing with power even after several sessions.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; background_color=&#8221;rgba(224,153,0,0.43)&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;||||false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;20px|20px|20px|20px|true|true&#8221; border_radii=&#8221;on|10px|10px|10px|10px&#8221; border_color_all=&#8221;rgba(0,0,0,0.22)&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%92%A1_FreshSurf-Tipp\"><\/span>\ud83d\udca1 FreshSurf-Tipp<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Du brauchst keine Mitgliedschaft im Fitnessstudio. Mit 20 bis 30 Minuten funktionellem Training zu Hause kannst du deinen K\u00f6rper optimal auf den n\u00e4chsten Surftrip vorbereiten.<\/p>\n<p>Nicht maximale Kraft entscheidet \u00fcber einen guten Surftag, sondern <strong>Ausdauer, K\u00f6rperspannung und kontrollierte Bewegungen<\/strong>. Genau darauf sollte dein Krafttraining ausgerichtet sein.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; text_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; header_2_font_size=&#8221;22px&#8221; z_index_tablet=&#8221;500&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"teil2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Balance_%E2%80%93_Practice_your_balance_before_your_vacation\"><\/span>5. Balance \u2013 Practice your balance before your vacation<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/ferienhaus-fuerteventura-balance-board.webp&#8221; alt=&#8221;Skating: Preparing for a Surfing Vacation&#8221; title_text=&#8221;ferienhaus fuerteventura balance board&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; z_index_tablet=&#8221;500&#8243; border_radii=&#8221;on|10px|10px|10px|10px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>Many people believe that surfing is primarily a matter of balance. In fact, your balance improves automatically with every surfing session. Still, you can prepare your body for it even before your vacation.<\/p>\n<p>With simple balance exercises, you can improve your body control and react more calmly and confidently on the surfboard later on.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; text_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; z_index_tablet=&#8221;500&#8243; text_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; text_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; text_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; link_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; link_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; link_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; ul_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; ul_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; ul_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; ol_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; ol_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; ol_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; quote_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; quote_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; quote_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; header_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; header_2_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_2_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_2_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; header_3_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_3_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_3_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; header_4_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_4_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_4_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; header_5_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_5_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_5_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; header_6_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_6_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_6_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; box_shadow_vertical_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; box_shadow_blur_tablet=&#8221;40px&#8221; box_shadow_spread_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Prepare\"><\/span>How to Prepare<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Just 10 to 15 minutes of balance training several times a week is enough.<\/p>\n<p>Suitable exercises include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Standing on one leg<\/li>\n<li>Squats on one leg<\/li>\n<li>Balance board<\/li>\n<li>Bosu ball<\/li>\n<li>Exercises with your eyes closed<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The more varied your training is, the better your body will learn to react to small movements.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_2,1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; background_color=&#8221;rgba(12,113,195,0.31)&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;||||false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;20px|20px|20px|20px|true|true&#8221; border_radii=&#8221;on|10px|10px|10px|10px&#8221; border_color_all=&#8221;rgba(0,0,0,0.22)&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Our_Tip-5\"><\/span>Our Tip<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>A balance board is a great addition\u2014but it doesn&#8217;t replace surfing. Use it to improve your core strength and coordination, not to simulate surfing.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; header_2_font_size=&#8221;22px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"In_a_nutshell-5\"><\/span>In a nutshell<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Balance training improves your body control and helps you feel more confident on your surfboard more quickly.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; background_color=&#8221;rgba(224,153,0,0.43)&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;||||false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;20px|20px|20px|20px|true|true&#8221; border_radii=&#8221;on|10px|10px|10px|10px&#8221; border_color_all=&#8221;rgba(0,0,0,0.22)&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%92%A1_FreshSurf-Tip\"><\/span>\ud83d\udca1 FreshSurf-Tip<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>You don&#8217;t have to train your balance to perfection. You&#8217;ll still get the best balance from surfing itself. Use training at home as a supplement\u2014not a substitute.<\/p>\n<p>Balance can be trained. Even just a few minutes of regular balance training improves body control and stability on the surfboard.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; text_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; header_2_font_size=&#8221;22px&#8221; z_index_tablet=&#8221;500&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"teil2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Skating_Surfskating_%E2%80%93_Improve_Your_Sense_of_Fluid_Movement\"><\/span>6. Skating &amp; Surfskating \u2013 Improve Your Sense of Fluid Movement<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/surf-skaten-surfhouse-fuerteventura.jpg&#8221; alt=&#8221;surf skaten surfhouse fuerteventura &#8211; juni bei freshsurf surfskaten&#8221; title_text=&#8221;surf skaten surfhouse fuerteventura juni bei freshsurf surfskaten&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; z_index_tablet=&#8221;500&#8243; border_radii=&#8221;on|10px|10px|10px|10px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>Even though asphalt and waves don\u2019t have much in common, there\u2019s one skill that connects both sports: fluid movements.<\/p>\n<p>A surfskate, in particular, helps you improve your body awareness, weight transfer, and coordination. As a result, many movements will feel much more natural on a surfboard later on.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; text_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; z_index_tablet=&#8221;500&#8243; text_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; text_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; text_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; link_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; link_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; link_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; ul_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; ul_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; ul_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; ol_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; ol_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; ol_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; quote_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; quote_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; quote_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; header_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; header_2_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_2_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_2_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; header_3_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_3_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_3_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; header_4_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_4_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_4_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; header_5_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_5_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_5_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; header_6_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_6_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_6_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; box_shadow_vertical_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; box_shadow_blur_tablet=&#8221;40px&#8221; box_shadow_spread_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Prepare-2\"><\/span>How to Prepare<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Even just one or two sessions a week can help improve your sense of movement.<\/p>\n<p>Pay special attention to the following:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>a relaxed posture<\/li>\n<li>smooth turns<\/li>\n<li>weight transfer from the hips and<\/li>\n<li>shoulders<\/li>\n<li>clean movements rather than speed<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_2,1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; background_color=&#8221;rgba(12,113,195,0.31)&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;||||false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;20px|20px|20px|20px|true|true&#8221; border_radii=&#8221;on|10px|10px|10px|10px&#8221; border_color_all=&#8221;rgba(0,0,0,0.22)&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Our_Tip-6\"><\/span>Our Tip<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>You don&#8217;t need to know any tricks. Smooth carving motions will get you much further in surfing than spectacular jumps or ramps.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; header_2_font_size=&#8221;22px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"In_a_nutshell-6\"><\/span>In a nutshell<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/surfskate-lessons\/\">Surfskating<\/a> improves coordination, timing, and body awareness\u2014skills that will also help you later on a surfboard.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; background_color=&#8221;rgba(224,153,0,0.43)&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;||||false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;20px|20px|20px|20px|true|true&#8221; border_radii=&#8221;on|10px|10px|10px|10px&#8221; border_color_all=&#8221;rgba(0,0,0,0.22)&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%92%A1_FreshSurf-Tip-2\"><\/span>\ud83d\udca1 FreshSurf-Tip<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Don&#8217;t have a surfskate? No problem. Even a regular longboard can help you improve your balance and body awareness. The key is to stay active on a regular basis.<\/p>\n<p>Surfskating isn&#8217;t a substitute for a surfing session, but it&#8217;s one of the best ways to practice your movements and body awareness between surfing trips.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; text_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; header_2_font_size=&#8221;22px&#8221; z_index_tablet=&#8221;500&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"teil2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Fitness_and_Endurance_Training_%E2%80%93_More_Energy_for_Long_Days_of_Surfing\"><\/span>7. 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The best preparation is always a combination of endurance, strength, and flexibility.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; header_2_font_size=&#8221;22px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"In_a_nutshell-7\"><\/span>In a nutshell<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Good endurance helps you stay focused while surfing for longer, recover faster, and enjoy more time in the water.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; background_color=&#8221;rgba(224,153,0,0.43)&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;||||false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;20px|20px|20px|20px|true|true&#8221; border_radii=&#8221;on|10px|10px|10px|10px&#8221; border_color_all=&#8221;rgba(0,0,0,0.22)&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%92%A1_FreshSurf-Tipp-2\"><\/span>\ud83d\udca1 FreshSurf-Tipp<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Du musst keine zehn Kilometer laufen. Schon regelm\u00e4\u00dfige, lockere Laufeinheiten verbessern deine Kondition und helfen dir dabei, mehrere Surfsessions hintereinander entspannter zu meistern.<\/p>\n<p>Ausdauertraining verbessert deine Kondition und sorgt daf\u00fcr, dass du auch nach mehreren Stunden im Wasser noch gen\u00fcgend Energie f\u00fcr die n\u00e4chste Welle hast.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; text_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; header_2_font_size=&#8221;22px&#8221; z_index_tablet=&#8221;500&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Slacklining_%E2%80%93_Improve_Your_Balance_Through_Play\"><\/span>8. 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It challenges your core strength, coordination, and reaction time, and it\u2019s a lot of fun, too.<\/p>\n<p>Of course, it\u2019s no substitute for time in the water, but it\u2019s a great way to add variety to your surf training.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; text_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; z_index_tablet=&#8221;500&#8243; text_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; text_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; text_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; link_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; link_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; link_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; ul_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; ul_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; ul_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; ol_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; ol_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; ol_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; quote_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; quote_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; quote_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; header_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; header_2_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_2_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_2_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; header_3_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_3_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_3_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; header_4_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_4_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_4_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; header_5_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_5_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_5_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; header_6_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_6_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_6_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; box_shadow_vertical_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; box_shadow_blur_tablet=&#8221;40px&#8221; box_shadow_spread_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Heres_how_to_prepare-3\"><\/span>Here&#8217;s how to prepare<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Just 10 to 15 minutes on the slackline is enough.<\/p>\n<p>Start by trying to:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>stand still<\/li>\n<li>walk slowly<\/li>\n<li>make small changes in direction<\/li>\n<li>stay relaxed<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>With a little practice, your body awareness will improve almost on its own.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_2,1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; background_color=&#8221;rgba(12,113,195,0.31)&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;||||false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;20px|20px|20px|20px|true|true&#8221; border_radii=&#8221;on|10px|10px|10px|10px&#8221; border_color_all=&#8221;rgba(0,0,0,0.22)&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Our_Tip-8\"><\/span>Our Tip<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Everyone wobbles at first. Don&#8217;t focus on running as far as possible; instead, focus on staying calm and in control. It&#8217;s exactly this body awareness that will help you later on the surfboard.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; header_2_font_size=&#8221;22px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"In_a_nutshell-8\"><\/span>In a nutshell<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Slacklining improves balance, core strength, and coordination\u2014an ideal addition to your surf training.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; background_color=&#8221;rgba(224,153,0,0.43)&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;||||false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;20px|20px|20px|20px|true|true&#8221; border_radii=&#8221;on|10px|10px|10px|10px&#8221; border_color_all=&#8221;rgba(0,0,0,0.22)&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%92%A1_FreshSurf-Tip-3\"><\/span>\ud83d\udca1 FreshSurf-Tip<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>No slackline? No problem. 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This makes it easier for many surfers to put what they&#8217;ve learned into practice more quickly later on.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; header_2_font_size=&#8221;22px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"In_a_nutshell-9\"><\/span>In a nutshell<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Surfing tutorials teach you the essentials and help you start your first surfing lesson feeling more relaxed and better prepared.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; background_color=&#8221;rgba(224,153,0,0.43)&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;||||false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;20px|20px|20px|20px|true|true&#8221; border_radii=&#8221;on|10px|10px|10px|10px&#8221; border_color_all=&#8221;rgba(0,0,0,0.22)&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%92%A1_FreshSurf-Tip-4\"><\/span>\ud83d\udca1 FreshSurf-Tip<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>After each tutorial, try practicing the movement without water. That way, not only will your mind understand the technique\u2014your body will also begin to internalize it.<\/p>\n<p>Surfing tutorials help you familiarize yourself with the movements and technical terms even before your vacation. This makes it easier to get started and gives you more confidence during your first surfing lesson.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; locked=&#8221;off&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; text_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; header_2_font_size=&#8221;22px&#8221; z_index_tablet=&#8221;500&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Arrive_Well-Prepared%E2%80%94Heres_How_to_Start_Your_Surf_Trip_on_a_Relaxed_Note\"><\/span>10. 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If you arrive well-rested, well-organized, and stress-free, you&#8217;ll often start your first few days of surfing feeling more relaxed.<\/p>\n<p>So be sure to allow plenty of time for your trip and take care of everything you&#8217;ll need once you&#8217;re there well in advance\u2014from accommodations to the right surfing gear.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; text_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; z_index_tablet=&#8221;500&#8243; text_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; text_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; text_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; link_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; link_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; link_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; ul_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; ul_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; ul_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; ol_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; ol_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; ol_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; quote_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; quote_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; quote_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; header_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; header_2_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_2_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_2_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; header_3_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_3_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_3_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; header_4_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_4_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_4_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; header_5_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_5_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_5_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; header_6_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_6_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_6_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; box_shadow_vertical_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; box_shadow_blur_tablet=&#8221;40px&#8221; box_shadow_spread_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Before_you_leave_remember_to\"><\/span>Before you leave, remember to<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>get plenty of sleep before your flight<\/li>\n<li>pack comfortable clothes for the trip<\/li>\n<li>bring sunscreen and a water bottle<\/li>\n<li>book your surf gear or surf lesson in advance<\/li>\n<li>do a quick stretching routine after you arrive<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The more relaxed you are when you arrive, the easier it will be for your body to adjust to your first sessions in the water.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_2,1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; background_color=&#8221;rgba(12,113,195,0.31)&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;||||false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;20px|20px|20px|20px|true|true&#8221; border_radii=&#8221;on|10px|10px|10px|10px&#8221; border_color_all=&#8221;rgba(0,0,0,0.22)&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Our_Tip-10\"><\/span>Our Tip<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Don&#8217;t spend your first day doing a marathon surfing session. Get used to the conditions gradually, drink plenty of water, and give your body time to adjust to the sun, the ocean, and the physical exertion.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; header_2_font_size=&#8221;22px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"In_a_nutshell-10\"><\/span>In a nutshell<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Good travel preparation helps you arrive feeling relaxed and enjoy your surfing vacation from day one.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; background_color=&#8221;rgba(224,153,0,0.43)&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;||||false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;20px|20px|20px|20px|true|true&#8221; border_radii=&#8221;on|10px|10px|10px|10px&#8221; border_color_all=&#8221;rgba(0,0,0,0.22)&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%92%A1_FreshSurf-Tip-5\"><\/span>\ud83d\udca1 FreshSurf-Tip<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The first few days often set the tone for the entire surf trip. 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This will give you confidence and help you focus on the essentials more quickly during your surfing lessons.<\/p>\n<p>The take-off, in particular, is something you can practice very well at home.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; text_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; z_index_tablet=&#8221;500&#8243; text_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; text_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; text_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; link_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; link_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; link_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; ul_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; ul_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; ul_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; ol_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; ol_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; ol_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; quote_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; quote_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; quote_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; header_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; header_2_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_2_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_2_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; header_3_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_3_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_3_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; header_4_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_4_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_4_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; header_5_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_5_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_5_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; header_6_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_6_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_6_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; box_shadow_vertical_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; box_shadow_blur_tablet=&#8221;40px&#8221; box_shadow_spread_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Heres_what_you_can_practice\"><\/span>Here\u2019s what you can practice:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>the take-off<\/li>\n<li>your lying position on the board<\/li>\n<li>the paddling motion<\/li>\n<li>a stable body posture<\/li>\n<li>fluid movements<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Even just a few minutes of regular practice will help you master these movements.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_2,1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; background_color=&#8221;rgba(12,113,195,0.31)&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;||||false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;20px|20px|20px|20px|true|true&#8221; border_radii=&#8221;on|10px|10px|10px|10px&#8221; border_color_all=&#8221;rgba(0,0,0,0.22)&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Our_Tip-11\"><\/span>Our Tip<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Quality is more important than speed. Perform each movement slowly and with good form. This will help your body develop a feel for the correct technique\u2014and that\u2019s exactly what will help you later in the water.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; header_2_font_size=&#8221;22px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"In_a_nutshell-11\"><\/span>In a nutshell<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>If you practice the most important movements before your surfing vacation, you\u2019ll get off to a more confident start and often learn faster in the water.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; background_color=&#8221;rgba(224,153,0,0.43)&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;||||false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;20px|20px|20px|20px|true|true&#8221; border_radii=&#8221;on|10px|10px|10px|10px&#8221; border_color_all=&#8221;rgba(0,0,0,0.22)&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%92%A1_FreshSurf-Tip-6\"><\/span>\ud83d\udca1 FreshSurf-Tip<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Just five minutes of take-off practice a day is often more effective than an hour right before you leave. 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Nutrition \u2013 Give Your Body the Right Energy<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Ern\u00e4hrung-f\u00fcr-Surfer.jpg&#8221; alt=&#8221;Nutrition for Surfers&#8221; title_text=&#8221;Nutrition for Surfers&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.2&#8243; z_index_tablet=&#8221;500&#8243; border_radii=&#8221;on|10px|10px|10px|10px&#8221; box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; box_shadow_vertical_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; box_shadow_blur_tablet=&#8221;40px&#8221; box_shadow_spread_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; z_index_tablet=&#8221;500&#8243; text_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; text_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; text_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; link_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; link_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; link_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; ul_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; ul_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; ul_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; ol_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; ol_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; ol_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; quote_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; quote_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; quote_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; header_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; header_2_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_2_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_2_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; header_3_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_3_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_3_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; header_4_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_4_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_4_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; header_5_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_5_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_5_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; header_6_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_6_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_6_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; box_shadow_vertical_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; box_shadow_blur_tablet=&#8221;40px&#8221; box_shadow_spread_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>Good preparation doesn&#8217;t end with training. Your diet also affects how fit and energetic you feel during your surfing vacation.<\/p>\n<p>Make sure to eat a balanced diet even before your trip, drink plenty of water, and give your body everything it needs for active days in the water.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; text_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; z_index_tablet=&#8221;500&#8243; text_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; text_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; text_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; link_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; link_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; link_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; ul_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; ul_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; ul_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; ol_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; ol_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; ol_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; quote_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; quote_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; quote_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; header_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; header_2_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_2_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_2_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; header_3_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_3_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_3_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; header_4_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_4_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_4_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; header_5_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_5_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_5_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; header_6_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_6_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_6_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; box_shadow_vertical_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; box_shadow_blur_tablet=&#8221;40px&#8221; box_shadow_spread_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Heres_what_you_should_keep_in_mind\"><\/span>Here\u2019s what you should keep in mind:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Drink plenty of fluids<\/li>\n<li>Fresh fruits and vegetables<\/li>\n<li>High-quality carbohydrates<\/li>\n<li>Healthy fats<\/li>\n<li>Enough protein for recovery<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Small changes in your daily routine are often enough to help you feel fitter and more resilient during your surf trip.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_2,1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; background_color=&#8221;rgba(12,113,195,0.31)&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;||||false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;20px|20px|20px|20px|true|true&#8221; border_radii=&#8221;on|10px|10px|10px|10px&#8221; border_color_all=&#8221;rgba(0,0,0,0.22)&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Our_Tip-12\"><\/span>Our Tip<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Avoid eating very heavy meals before long surfing sessions. 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