Benefits of  bodysurfing

It puts you in closer connection with the ocean then surfing does, for the sure fact that you’re fully immersed in the moving water. As well, when you body surf, you skim on the wave at surface level, so it actually helps you to learn the dynamics of waves a lot quicker. The other benefits of bodysurfing waves, are that when the waves are not so good or if it’s a board breaking, dumpy beach break, or even if you are not the most confident water person… you can save breaking that expensive board and in the process keep yourself motivated to stay in the water and in doing so learn and develop a more intimate relationship with the ocean. If you want to learn to surf better, wave knowledge is key. So if you are just starting out and are baffled on how waves break, this is one way to learn by getting involved. It is an amazing cross training, but most importantly, it will help immensely with your surfing.

Lifeguard says, when in doubt don’t go out

You gotta try and see the benefits of bodysurfing for your self.

some of the benefits of bodysurfing :

# weight loss

# wave knowledge and timing

# amazing cross training

# minimal equipment and attire; all you need is a bikini or shorts and a pair of swim fins

# you will get in the barrel !!!

# The amount of negative ions floating out there in the ocean is off the chart, and you know what they say about Negative Ions:   Negative Ions create positive vibes!

Mark Cunningham has some good advice in an article with Surfer Magazine

Here is a link to some bodysurfing tips.

benefits of Bodysurfing photo by Alan Mozo

NOTE: like all physical sports, the art of bodysurfing can come with extreme dangers associated with the activity.

– Start small, then work your way up.

learn to fall correctly, because death and paralysis and dislocations can occur from the wrong type of falling in the shore break.

In the learning phase of bodysurfing, try not to partake in reef type waves. It can hurt a lot more when you wipe-out.

learn to read rip currents before beginning.

Ask a life guard about the severity or intensity of a certain break. If there is no life guard, then ask someone who might appear to be a local at the spot. If you don’t trust the persons outtake on the waves and you are unsure; When in doubt? Don’t go out!

How to bodysurf with Keith Malloy

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