{"id":341519,"date":"2026-04-10T14:05:43","date_gmt":"2026-04-10T12:05:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/surfing-without-fear-never-be-afraid-in-the-water-again\/"},"modified":"2026-04-10T14:53:02","modified_gmt":"2026-04-10T12:53:02","slug":"surfing-without-fear-never-be-afraid-in-the-water-again","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/surfing-without-fear-never-be-afraid-in-the-water-again\/","title":{"rendered":"Surfing without fear \u2013 never be afraid in the water again"},"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_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.5&#8243; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#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; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-96060\" src=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Angst-beim-Surfen-Titelbild-2.jpg\" alt=\"Surfing without fear\" width=\"1080\" height=\"516\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Angst-beim-Surfen-Titelbild-2.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Angst-beim-Surfen-Titelbild-2-300x143.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Angst-beim-Surfen-Titelbild-2-768x367.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">In surfing, there is often a fine line between pure joy, euphoria, and feelings of happiness on one hand, and paralyzing panic and fear on the other. It\u2019s a balancing act that comes with the territory in extreme sports. <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> But maybe that&#8217;s exactly what makes these <a href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/two-sports-compared-snowboarding-vs-surfing\/\">sports <\/a>so special.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-56058\" src=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/mustervorlage.png\" alt=\"waves\" width=\"1082\" height=\"18\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/mustervorlage.png 1082w, https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/mustervorlage-300x5.png 300w, https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/mustervorlage-768x13.png 768w, https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/mustervorlage-1024x17.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/mustervorlage-1080x18.png 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1082px) 100vw, 1082px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#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>Anyone who&#8217;s ever been <span data-contrast=\"auto\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/about-surfing\/\">surfing <\/a><\/span>knows that a <span data-contrast=\"auto\">good<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">wipeout<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Getting tossed around\u2014or, as we like to say in German, \u201ca spin in the washing machine\u201d\u2014is just as much a part of surfing as that inner sense of joy after catching a great wave! Still, negative experiences in and under the water can sometimes push that healthy respect for the waves too far. In the worst case, this can lead to outright <strong>fear <\/strong>of surfing and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/mentales-training-wie-bereite-ich-mich-mental-auf-das-surfen-vor\/\">mental blocks<\/a>. What used to be such a beautiful experience\u2014becoming one with the water and the waves\u2014turns into a huge struggle. At the sight of the vast <a href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/ocean-and-sea-surf-theory-before-you-hit-the-water\/\">ocean<\/a>, a queasy feeling takes hold instead of euphoria. And everything that used to come naturally just doesn\u2019t seem to work right anymore.      &#8211;  <\/span>But how is it that we make something we love and enjoy so much so difficult for ourselves? And how can we <strong>overcome our fear<\/strong> and rediscover our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/standing-on-water\/\">love for the ocean, the waves, and surfing<\/a>? <\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/keine-Angst-beim-Surfen.jpg&#8221; alt=&#8221;Surf without fear&#8221; title_text=&#8221;Surf without fear&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][\/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_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#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; 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from?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/surfing-without-fear-never-be-afraid-in-the-water-again\/#Why_is_a_little_fear_good_when_surfing\" >Why is a little fear good when surfing?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/surfing-without-fear-never-be-afraid-in-the-water-again\/#At_what_point_does_fear_become_a_problem\" >At what point does fear become a problem?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/surfing-without-fear-never-be-afraid-in-the-water-again\/#What_exactly_are_we_afraid_of\" >What exactly are we afraid of?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/surfing-without-fear-never-be-afraid-in-the-water-again\/#Internal_conditions\" >Internal conditions:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/surfing-without-fear-never-be-afraid-in-the-water-again\/#External_conditions\" >External conditions:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/surfing-without-fear-never-be-afraid-in-the-water-again\/#How_can_we_overcome_our_fear_of_surfing\" >How can we overcome our fear of surfing?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/surfing-without-fear-never-be-afraid-in-the-water-again\/#Fear_of_physical_limitations_and_injuries\" >Fear of physical limitations and injuries<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/surfing-without-fear-never-be-afraid-in-the-water-again\/#Fear_of_waves_and_currents\" >Fear of waves and currents<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/surfing-without-fear-never-be-afraid-in-the-water-again\/#Fear_of_the_underground\" >Fear of the underground<\/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\/surfing-without-fear-never-be-afraid-in-the-water-again\/#Fear_of_wipeout\" >Fear of wipeout<\/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\/surfing-without-fear-never-be-afraid-in-the-water-again\/#Fear_of_other_surfers_in_the_water_and_crowded_spots\" >Fear of other surfers in the water and crowded spots<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/surfing-without-fear-never-be-afraid-in-the-water-again\/#Heres_a_very_helpful_tip_I_once_received_from_a_sports_psychologist_for_overcoming_mental_blocks_while_surfing\" >Here\u2019s a very helpful tip I once received from a sports psychologist for overcoming mental blocks while surfing:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_fear_and_where_does_it_come_from\"><\/span>What is fear, and where does it come from?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Anxiety <\/strong>generally refers to a state of unease and vulnerability. It is usually triggered by stimuli that we perceive as unpleasant or unfamiliar. In some cases, anxiety is justified and has a deeper root cause, such as a traumatic experience. Sometimes, however, it\u2019s simply there, and we don\u2019t know where it comes from or how to get rid of it. During anxiety, the body goes into a state of alert. The sympathetic nervous system prepares our body for fight or flight. The heart starts pounding, blood pressure rises, our breathing quickens, and blood rushes to the skeletal muscles to prepare for the situation ahead. At that moment, the entire body is ready for action. We are wide awake, and all our focus is directed toward the dangerous situation.          <\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#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<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_a_little_fear_good_when_surfing\"><\/span>Why is a little fear good when surfing?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>No one likes to admit that they&#8217;re afraid. In fact, in many situations, fear isn&#8217;t our enemy at all.  <strong>On the contrary!<\/strong><br \/>It helps us assess situations accurately, warns us of risks, and keeps us from becoming overconfident. This is especially true in extreme sports, where the goal is to push beyond our own mental and physical limits. In these situations, fear\u2014in the form of healthy respect\u2014is actually <strong>essential for survival<\/strong>. Whether we\u2019re climbing a mountain, jumping off a cliff, racing down a downhill trail on a mountain bike, or riding our <strong>biggest wave<\/strong> yet. In these situations, our fear helps us muster the necessary concentration and strength we need.    <\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/surfen-ohne-angst.webp&#8221; alt=&#8221;surfing wiithout fear&#8221; title_text=&#8221;surfing wiithout fear&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#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<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"At_what_point_does_fear_become_a_problem\"><\/span>At what point does fear become a problem?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW127956448 BCX0\" lang=\"DE-DE\" xml:lang=\"DE-DE\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW127956448 BCX0\">Often, a certain amount of fear\u2014in the form of healthy respect\u2014helps keep us from getting overconfident. But when it goes beyond that, it can be completely <strong>overwhelming<\/strong>. It <strong>paralyzes <\/strong>both <a href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/health-benefits-of-surfing\/\" title=\"Health benefits of surfing: physical &amp; mental\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"1808\">body and mind<\/a> and quickly leads to <strong>mental blocks<\/strong>. When surfing, this kind of fear is the last thing we want! Because it can quickly ruin the joy of surfing. If this fear is still there, it can happen that you overthink things at the wrong moments instead of simply trusting your body and your skills. Movements that should actually work automatically no longer work. The fun of surfing slowly fades away and is replaced by the fear of surfing. Then it\u2019s crucial to get to the <strong>root of these fears<\/strong> and do everything possible to overcome them and rediscover <strong>the fun and love of surfing<\/strong>!        <\/span><\/span><\/p>\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_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#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<h4><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-56058\" src=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/mustervorlage.png\" alt=\"waves\" width=\"1082\" height=\"18\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/mustervorlage.png 1082w, https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/mustervorlage-300x5.png 300w, https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/mustervorlage-768x13.png 768w, https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/mustervorlage-1024x17.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/mustervorlage-1080x18.png 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1082px) 100vw, 1082px\" \/><\/h4>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_exactly_are_we_afraid_of\"><\/span>What exactly are we afraid of?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>To get to the <strong>root of our fear<\/strong> and overcome it, the most important question we must ask ourselves is: <strong>\u201cWhat exactly are we afraid of?\u201d<\/strong> The fears that can arise while surfing are as individual and varied as the different surf spots around the world. Like any fear, these can be rooted in specific experiences, such as past negative encounters. Or they may simply exist\u2014like a fundamental fear of powerful waves.  <\/p>\n<p>Broadly speaking, fears associated with surfing can be divided into <strong>internal and external factors<\/strong>. However, these often overlap. <\/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;4.16&#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;1_2&#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;4.16&#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<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Internal_conditions\"><\/span>Internal conditions:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>In this case, the internal factors are primarily one\u2019s own motor skills and abilities. Fears that often creep in include the fear of: <\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>doesn&#8217;t have enough paddling power<\/li>\n<li>that there isn&#8217;t enough stamina<\/li>\n<li>technical shortcomings<\/li>\n<li>Injuries<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_2&#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;4.27.4&#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<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"External_conditions\"><\/span>External conditions:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>External conditions refer to all the external factors we need to be aware of that make surfing more difficult. Typical fears that arise while surfing include the fear of <\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>strong current<\/li>\n<li>waves that are too big or too strong<\/li>\n<li>the \u201cwashing machine\u201d<\/li>\n<li>to crash to the ground during a wipeout<\/li>\n<li>Contact with the reef<\/li>\n<li>crowded <a href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/surfspots\/\">surf spots<\/a> and other surfers<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; 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;4.16&#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>Of course, these different fears can also overlap or be interrelated. For example, <strong>the better<\/strong> your <strong>paddling endurance<\/strong>, <strong>the less<\/strong> you\u2019ll fear the <strong>current<\/strong>. Or <strong>the better your technique<\/strong>, the less you\u2019ll fear making <strong>mistakes <\/strong>during the take-off. That\u2019s why it\u2019s important to first figure out exactly what you\u2019re afraid of. Then you can take the necessary steps to overcome those fears. The following tips are meant to provide a foundation for tackling potential mental blocks so you can come out of the water with a smile after a successful session!   <\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/surfen-ohne-angst-geniessen.webp&#8221; alt=&#8221;surf-without-fear-enjoy&#8221; title_text=&#8221;surf-without-fear-enjoy&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.2&#8243; z_index_tablet=&#8221;500&#8243; 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;4.27.4&#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<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_we_overcome_our_fear_of_surfing\"><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW132489153 BCX0\" lang=\"DE-DE\" xml:lang=\"DE-DE\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW132489153 BCX0\">How can we overcome our fear of surfing?<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW132489153 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":0,\"335551550\":6,\"335551620\":6,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":259}\"> <\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>To rekindle our <strong>joy <\/strong>of surfing and that wonderful feeling of being in the water with our board, it\u2019s important to overcome any fears and mental blocks that have crept in\u2014or that may have always been there. The first step is to figure out, on an individual basis, what we\u2019re actually afraid of. Once we\u2019ve identified our fears, there are a few small things we can pay attention to\u2014both before heading out to surf and while in the water\u2014to help us overcome them.  <\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Fear_of_physical_limitations_and_injuries\"><\/span>Fear of physical limitations and injuries<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The fear of running out of energy in the water\u2014whether while paddling or during a take-off\u2014can only be overcome in one way:<strong> training, training, training!<\/strong> That might sound tedious, but it\u2019s very true. &#8211; The fitter you are physically, the more comfortable you\u2019ll feel in tricky situations in the water. And the lower the risk that you\u2019ll run out of energy when you need it most. Plus,<strong> physical fitness<\/strong> naturally makes paddling and taking off easier, so with the right training, your technique will improve quickly too. You\u2019ll find everything you need to understand your body and find the right training for surfing right <a href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/fit-for-surf-unseren-korper-verstehen\/\">here<\/a>!    <\/p>\n<p>If you&#8217;re particularly prone to <strong>injuries <\/strong>and that&#8217;s exactly what you&#8217;re afraid of when surfing, then a proper warm-up and stretching routine before you hit the waves is especially important for you!<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Fear_of_waves_and_currents\"><\/span>Fear of waves and currents<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Many of the fears that arise while surfing\u2014and the risk of panicking in an uncomfortable situation\u2014can be overcome with basic<a href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/surf-theory-and-surf-history\/\"> background knowledge<\/a>. It\u2019s no coincidence that a good surfing lesson includes <strong>theory sessions<\/strong>. Understanding how waves and currents work helps you stay calm at the spot if the current does happen to sweep you away. Understanding the different<strong> phases of a wave<\/strong> can also be useful in the lineup. Knowledge gives you a better eye and feel for waves. The better your feel for waves becomes, the easier it is to paddle up to a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/6-tips-for-proper-paddling-when-surfing-how-to-catch-every-wave\/\">wave at the right spot<\/a>\u2014without it rolling powerlessly beneath you and without it being so steep that a wipeout is guaranteed.<br \/>It can also help to first jump into the water without a surfboard, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/diving-on-fuerteventura\/\">dive <\/a>through the waves, and get a feel for the different forces within a wave.     <\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Fear_of_the_underground\"><\/span>Fear of the underground<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>If the seabed is what scares you most when surfing, <strong>choosing the right spot<\/strong> is crucial. Find a spot where the waves break far enough out, and always make sure there\u2019s enough water between you and the seabed. As long as you always jump off your board sooner rather than later while in the water, you\u2019re unlikely to get hurt. This is especially true at <strong>reef breaks<\/strong>! If you don\u2019t feel ready for the reef yet, it\u2019s better to wait a little longer.   <\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Fear_of_wipeout\"><\/span>Fear of wipeout<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>On top of the fear of the ground below, there\u2019s the<strong> fear of falling<\/strong> and being sucked into the \u201cwashing machine.\u201d Admittedly, there are nicer things than a good old wipeout!  <span class=\"TextRun SCXW151133182 BCX0\" lang=\"DE-DE\" xml:lang=\"DE-DE\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW151133182 BCX0\">Seconds underwater feel like minutes; the distinction between up and down blurs, and you completely lose your bearings in the maelstrom of the white water.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW151133182 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":0,\"335551550\":6,\"335551620\":6,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":259}\"> But even<strong> a proper wipeout takes some getting used to<\/strong>! The most important thing is to stay calm! The less you struggle against the wave\u2019s force, the faster it will spit you back out. This way, you\u2019ll use less oxygen and should definitely be able to hold your breath for the few seconds that a normal-sized wave keeps you underwater. You can read everything else you need to know about the proper wipeout <a href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/der-richtige-wipeout-beim-surfen\/\">here<\/a>. Here\u2019s also an article on \u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/meerdavon.com\/wipe-out-aengste-surfen\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Don\u2019t be afraid of the wipeout<\/a>\u201d!    <\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Fear_of_other_surfers_in_the_water_and_crowded_spots\"><\/span>Fear of other surfers in the water and crowded spots<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Things can get particularly uncomfortable when there are a thousand <a href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/surf-buddy\/\">other surfers<\/a> paddling around in the water right next to you. Whether you\u2019re <a href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/fear-of-surfing-or-drowning\/\">worried about running into someone<\/a> yourself or making a mistake, or you\u2019re afraid of getting hit in the head by another surfer\u2019s board, <strong>crowded <\/strong>surf spots can be especially stressful for surfers who struggle with fears and mental blocks. So, if possible, always look for a spot where there aren\u2019t already three <a href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/surfschool-fuerteventura\/\">surf schools<\/a> in action. Being all alone at a spot can also lead to discomfort, but you should still be able to have a wave all to yourself every now and then! To ensure you don\u2019t pose a danger in the water yourself, it\u2019s especially important to be familiar with the<a href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/surf-etiquette-rules-in-the-line-up\/\"> rules of right-of-way<\/a> when surfing.    <\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/volles-line-up-ohne-angst-beim-surfen.jpg&#8221; alt=&#8221;crowded lineup surf without fear&#8221; title_text=&#8221;crowded lineup surf without fear&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; filter_saturate=&#8221;134%&#8221; filter_brightness=&#8221;136%&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][\/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_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#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>In general, surfing has a lot to do with <strong>attitude and mindset<\/strong>, which is why the combination of surfing and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/yoga-2\/\">yoga<\/a>, for example, is so popular. If you discover this connection for yourself, you can enhance your surfing experience and overcome minor mental blocks simply by<a href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/surfing-warm-up\/\"> adopting the right attitude and doing small <strong>meditative exercises<\/strong>!<\/a> Even professional surfers now incorporate mental training and sports psychology support alongside their regular training. Be aware that your mind is responsible for all your movement and thought patterns. This means you can learn and improve new movement sequences and techniques simply by watching videos or visualizing the movement.    <\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#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<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Heres_a_very_helpful_tip_I_once_received_from_a_sports_psychologist_for_overcoming_mental_blocks_while_surfing\"><\/span>Here\u2019s a very helpful tip I once received from a sports psychologist for overcoming mental blocks while surfing:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Keep reminding yourself of your<strong> greatest surfing achievement <\/strong>so far!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":276}\"> <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Whether you\u2019re a beginner dreaming of your best, most challenging whitewater wave, or you\u2019re more experienced and picturing that first beautiful green wave you might have even managed to ride sideways\u2014hold on to that exact feeling of adrenaline, euphoria, and happiness that washed over you in that moment.  <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":276}\"> <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">If you approach your next wave with this<strong> positive mindset <\/strong>instead of worrying about what might go wrong, your body will automatically know what to do. That\u2019s because it will instinctively recall your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/alina-weise-eine-surferin-auf-der-suche-nach-der-perfekten-welle\/\">perfect wave<\/a>. The likelihood of your body tensing up because you\u2019re overthinking things will be significantly lower, and your chances of catching your next \u201cbest wave\u201d will skyrocket!  <\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>Here are our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/mehr-wellen-bekommen\/\">tips for surfing without fear<\/a>. 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