Paddling on a surfboard

Authors

Affiliations

Nate Yomogida, B.S., SPT

Doctor of Physical Therapy

B.S. in Kinesiology

Chloë Kerstein, B.S., SPT

Doctor of Physical Therapy

B.A. in Neuroscience

Paddling

Here are some resources to help understand paddling:

Lets start with a paddle “stance.” You should try to keep your position as hydrodynamic as possible.

Optimal body position while paddling

Region	Optimal Position	Why	Cueing tip
T/S	Extension	Better vision & better shoulder position for striking the water
Pelvis	Posterior pelvic tilt (PPT)	Reduce low back fatigue	Drive pubic bone down into the board
Legs	Together (not apart)	Less drag

Position on the board:

Paddling into waves

Exercises