Top 10 Reasons to Paddle
By George Sayour, About.com Guide
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Paddle for Exercise
Nico Bettge and Jan Benzien of Germany practice their C-1 Canoe/Kayak Manuevers
Photo © by Guang Niu / Getty Images
Paddling is indeed great exercise. There are few activities that offer this degree of aerobic exercise mixed with the upper body conditioning. Both canoes and kayaks will offer you this benefit regardless of the type of paddling you choose to do. Even simply practicing technique can be a workout.
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- Paddle for Exercise
- Paddle to be Close to Nature
- Paddle for Adventure
- Paddle for Relaxation
- Paddle as a Part of Another Activity
- Paddle to be with Friends
- Paddle to Race and Compete
- Paddle to Stay Cool in the Summer
- Paddling is a Sport for All Ages
- Paddle Because it's Fun!
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