Flexibility, often overlooked but key for surfing

Most of us know the saying, “practice makes perfect”. This holds true to surfing-over time the muscle coordination, reaction time, wave choice becomes experienced producing the epic surfing experience. But whether it is the first time or thousandth time hitting the surf, flexibility is key. Encouraging flexibility begins with ensuring a proper warm up and cool down. Spending a few minutes before each surf session doing side bending stretching, arm, shoulder stretches, and groin stretches will keep muscles youthful and ready to rock. For more information on easy stretches to do to help perfect your surfing check out: http://www.coreperformance.com/daily/play-better/best-stretches-for-surfers.html