How to make a flatwater race simpler
Chattajack can be an intimidating race, especially for those who are less experienced or are racing it for the first time. At 50 km…
The right and wrong way to do the SUP Pause Drill
Recently I was coaching a client on the water and she was very excited about this “pause drill” that…
Limit Your Baggage for Better SUP Racing
Being a successful athlete, or a success in anything else for that matter, is a lot like air travel in this modern world. You’ve…
How to Deal with Slippery Hands When Paddling
I’ve had a few paddlers recently ask me what they can do about sweaty hands slipping on their paddle shaft during hot…
Sprinting on your SUP
With the advent of a variety of sprint events in SUP racing, being able to go really fast for short distances has become more of a…
Dealing with Aches and Pains – Are You a Ferrari or a Pick-up Truck?
If you train for a sport you’re sure at some point to encounter aches and pains…
Whether you train for fitness or for racing, you’re likely doing structured workouts consisting of some type of alternating intervals of work and rest. Unlike just doing unstructured paddling, structured intervals…
How to Create A Pre-Race Warm Up
In last month’s issue of The Catch we looked at the importance of establishing a pre-race plan or routine. Pre-race plans tend to focus…