A Unique Approach to Stand Up Paddle Board for Beginners - SUP Basics

Sure, it’s called a stand-up paddleboard, but is standing the best way to start? Gray Cook takes you through alternative techniques that are often overlooked by paddle board instructors.
What about a functional movement approach following a developmental sequence that ensures safety and has crossover value to make the end result more enjoyable? Maybe we should treat all our workouts and exercise that way?
Whether you are learning to SUP or just warming up, try a progression from prone to tall-kneeling to half-kneeling. Awareness as you progress to standing will help you find your limitations and asymmetries. This sequence will also help you find your power without worrying so much about balance.
Once you’ve earned the ability to stand on the water, you’ll be able to focus on an efficient stroke - reach forward, deadlift and move that water behind you.