Training & Fitness
There are many things one can do to ensure safety and health to one's body while paddling. On this page you will find articles and resources related to training and fitness techniques that will keep you in top condition to do the sport you love.
Paddling is great exercise whether you mean it to be or not. Canoeing and kayaking offer a unique blend of cardiovascular benefits and upper body conditioning like no other. This article examines these and other health benefits of canoeing and kayaking.
This article takes readers on a journey through the different aspects of Whitewater kayaking as it relates to ergonomics and overall user comfort and safety.
This piece written by the About.com Women's Health Guide outlines the health benefits of canoeing and kayaking for women.
This article, although written for runners, is a great set of stretches that kayakers can use. Since kayakers spend a great deal of time inside of their boats, it is essential that they stretch not only their upper bodies but also their lower bodies.
Stretching can make all the difference in the world for your paddling comfort. This is especially true when you paddle for 3 and 4 days in a row. This PDF document is great to print out and take along on your next kayaking trip.
Besides aiding in digestion, increasing your circulation, and helping you sleep, yoga can provide great flexibility for paddling. If you get sore while sitting in or on your boat, this article will help you immensely.
Do you get stiff and sore in your kayak? That's because of the "L Position" that our bodies utilize while in our kayaks. This article explains all about it and what we can do to combat it as well as the alternatives to this position.
