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    Stand Up Paddle Board Racing for Beginners: A Quick Guide on Training for Your First Stand Up Paddleboarding Competition
    Stand Up Paddle Board Racing for Beginners: A Quick Guide on Training for Your First Stand Up Paddleboarding Competition
    Stand Up Paddle Board Racing for Beginners: A Quick Guide on Training for Your First Stand Up Paddleboarding Competition
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    Stand Up Paddle Board Racing for Beginners: A Quick Guide on Training for Your First Stand Up Paddleboarding Competition

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    “Stand Up Paddle Board Racing for Beginners” is the perfect newbie's guide to preparing for your first paddle board race.

    Paddle boarding takes certain equipment and it can be intimidating to even think about entering a competition, so this provides a great place to start. There is a lot of information out there and training guides geared towards advanced paddle boarders, but nothing really for the beginner. This is a nice, easy introduction to the basics of paddle boarding and how that relates to training for a race.

    In this guide, learn about:
    -Why I wrote this book
    -Different water to train in and how their altitude affects training (specifically in Lake Tahoe, USA)
    -Finding the right coach
    -Access to water and why people paddle board
    -The basics of paddle boarding
    -Finding the right kind of paddle board for your race
    -The best paddles and other accessories for your competition
    -What to wear
    -When to start training
    -Know how much time you have to train
    -Developing balance, strength and endurance
    -Paddle stroke techniques
    -Safety: the key to having fun
    -What to expect on race day
    -Takeaways from my first races
    -Tips and tricks
    -My personal training diary and additional resources

    HowExpert publishes short 'how to' guides on unique topics by everyday experts.

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherHowExpert
    Release dateNov 20, 2018
    ISBN9781949531671
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      Stand Up Paddle Board Racing for Beginners - HowExpert

      Stand Up Paddle Board Racing for Beginners

      A Quick Guide on Training for Your First Stand Up Paddleboarding Competition

      HowExpert with Kayla Anderson

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      Table of Contents

      Recommended Resources

      Introduction- Why Did I Write This Book?

      More about Lake Tahoe and Why It is The Place to Train for a Paddle Board Competition

      Chapter 1- To Get Started in Training for a Paddle Board Competition, Find a Coach

      First and Foremost, Make Sure You Have Access to Water

      Understanding the Basics of Paddle Boarding

      Finding the Right Stand-Up Paddle Board for Your Competition

      Talk to Other Paddle Boarders

      Chapter 2- Paddle Board Competition Gear

      The Best Race Paddle Boards on the Market

      The Best Paddles to Use in Your Paddle Board Competition

      Other Necessities for Your Paddle Board Competition

      Other Helpful Accessories for Racing in Your Paddle Board Competition

      What to Wear in Paddle Board Competitions

      Chapter 3- When to Start Training for a Paddle Board Competition

      How Active Are You?

      How Much Time Do You Have to Train?

      Setting Realistic Goals for Your First Paddle Board Competition

      Chapter 4- Training for Long Distance Paddle Board Competitions

      Again, Take the Time You Need to Go the Distance

      Developing Balance, Strength, and Endurance for Your Paddle Board Competition

      Proper Stroke Technique= Going Faster Through the Water

      Consider Safety in Your Paddle Board Competition

      Chapter 5- Freshwater vs. Ocean Paddle Board Competitions

      Know What Kind of Waters You’re Getting Into

      Know the Paddle Board Competition Course

      How to Deal With Waves in Your Paddle Board Competition

      Chapter 6- What to Expect on Paddle Board Competition Race Day

      More about Preparation…Make Sure You Have All of Your Paddle Board Competition Gear

      Arrive Early To Your Paddle Board Competition

      Have the Right Mindset

      Chapter 7- A Snapshot on Race Organizations That Host Paddle Board Competitions

      Why People Host Paddle Board Competitions

      Types of Paddle Board Events (SUP, Outrigger, Prone, Kayak)

      How to Find Paddle Board Competitions in Your Area

      My Takeaways from My First Races

      Mike’s Sunday Fun Race- September 24, 2017:

      River City Paddlers Fall Classic at Folsom Lake- Oct. 7, 2017:

      Chapter 8- Additional Resources

      Tips and Tricks for Completing (or Winning) Your Paddle Board Competition

      Quickblade Phases of the Stroke and Fatal Flaws to Correct

      Conclusion- What I Learned in This Process

      Extras- My Personal Training Diary and Additional

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