Intense physical activity requires an incredible amount of effort. Stand-up paddling is no different. Both large and small muscle groups are involved in moving you and your board forward. With so much effort, the last thing you need is to waste any extra effort with unnecessary tension and movement. While you're paddling and training, focus on relaxing the muscles you may mistakenly tighten and tense. Whether your hands, feet, legs, or face, try to first pay attention to unnecessary tension and then let it go. Relax your grip, unlock those knees, and soften that brow. Save that energy for what you really want...forward movement. And remember to breathe.
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