Plan your best paddling season yet with Larry Cain

December 14, 2024By

As we wave goodbye to the intensity of race season and the chill of the off-season settles in, it’s the perfect time to recalibrate and set our sights on the future. Whether you’re an experienced paddler aiming to refine your technique or a newcomer eager to dive into the sport, goal setting is crucial in gearing up for a successful paddling year. Coach Larry Cain is here to guide you through this critical process with insights drawn from decades of competitive success and coaching.

Setting Effective Goals for Paddling Success

Setting goals isn’t just about aiming high—it’s about setting the right targets that motivate you and have clear markers for success. In his latest discussion, Larry walks you through assessing your previous season to inform your future objectives. This isn’t about dwelling on past performances but about understanding where you excel and where you can improve. Larry emphasizes the importance of looking beyond race placements and considering all aspects of your training, from endurance workouts to skill-based drills.

Practical Tips to Implement Now

• Assess Last Season: Reflect honestly on the past year. Consider all aspects of your training and races, not just the outcomes but also how you felt, areas that challenged you, and moments where you excelled.

• Define Clear, Achievable Objectives: Based on your assessment, set specific, measurable, and realistic goals. These might relate to technique refinement, increasing endurance, or tackling new race distances.

• Plan Your Training: With goals in place, structure your off-season training to address your targets. This could mean adjusting the balance of water time versus land-based conditioning or focusing more on technique.

Join Larry and the Community

Embrace this opportunity to push your paddling forward. Watch the video embedded below, where Larry breaks down these concepts with the depth and clarity only a seasoned coach can offer. Setting goals is just the start—achieving them requires consistent effort and a supportive community like Paddle Monster.

Ready to elevate your paddling to the next level? Join Paddle Monster today and let us help you make your next season your best yet. With expert coaching, a supportive community, and resources that cater to all levels, your paddling goals are within reach.