Download or read book Stand Up Paddleboarding 2 0 written by HowExpert and published by HowExpert. This book was released on 2018-07-31 with total page 118 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “Stand-Up Paddleboarding 2.0” has every term, trick, and tip you’ll ever hear about the sport of SUP. As one of the fastest growing outdoor activities for beginners, stand-up paddleboarding is a great way to lose weight, enjoy nature, and improve your physique. “Stand-Up Paddleboarding 2.0” has a full glossary of SUP-related terms along with 101 tips and lessons associated with the sport. Just like my first HowExpert Guide “Stand Up Paddle Board Racing For Beginners”, this is a good introductory guide to all things stand-up paddleboarding. In this version, you will find: - The top three things you need to become a good stand-up paddleboarder - Necessary equipment (and optional accessories) to have a fun time out on the water - Proper paddling technique and safety tips - How to turn on a SUP - How to get back on your board - Health benefits associated with stand-up paddleboarding - Terms and definitions from A-Z about stand-up paddleboarding (every letter of the alphabet is covered!) - 101 tips, tricks, and lessons about stand-up paddleboarding - My SUP race training diary for the 2018 season and additional resources About the Expert: Based in Lake Tahoe, California, Kayla Anderson loves to read, write, and play in the outdoors. In summer 2017, Kayla began working for one of the best paddleboard rental/coffee shops in America called Waterman’s Landing. There, she has access to some of the best paddleboards, the water, and advice from two elite paddle board racers. She fell in love with the sport of SUP because it allows her to be out in the water more often than she already is. Kayla also writes for The Tahoe Weekly and Enjoy Northern California Living magazine. This is her second HowExpert book on stand-up paddleboarding. HowExpert publishes quick 'how to' guides on all topics from A to Z by everyday experts.

Download or read book Stand Up Paddling written by Rob Casey and published by The Mountaineers Books. This book was released on 2011 with total page 210 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Hawaiians were stand-up paddle surfing (known as SUP), in the 50's and e60's, but the sport was first seen on the US mainland in the early 2000s, when surfers Laird Hamilton and Rick Thomas brought it to California. But now you see SUP popping up everywhere, it's ranked as the fastest growing sport in the US by the Outdoor Industry Association.Longtime stand-up paddler and instructor Rob Casey has authored the first and only comprehensive guide to the sport. From choosing the right gear, to stroke techniques (j-stroke, Tahitian technique, sculling brace) and fitness advice, Rob will have you stand-up paddling in no time. Specific chapters focus on flat water paddling, surfing, and river and tidal rapids paddling to show you exactly what you need to take your SUP skills and knowledge to a specific environment. Whether you want to learn about tides and expedition-planning in flat water, or how to forecast waves and current for surfing, or how to prepare for rooster tails andusing river eddies to your advantage, it's all here in this easy-to-reference guidebook from a SUP expert.

Download or read book The Paddleboard Bible written by Dave Price and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2021-03-18 with total page 257 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Stand-up paddleboarding is the fastest growing watersport in the world - with only a little knowledge and practice, pretty much anyone can get up and get moving, and then there's no limit to where SUP can take you. This complete guide gives you everything you need to know to get started, and much more besides. All the basics are here, from fundamental equipment (a guide to boards, including bargain-priced inflatables, as well as paddles, clothing and simple safety gear) to essential techniques (getting on, getting moving and, just as importantly, landing and getting off). Along with challenges and games to play with your new paddleboarding buddies, the book explores places to go and things to see, from rivers and canals to coastlines and travel further afield. The book also explains all the important stuff you might need to understand about weather, tides, waves and currents. However, The Paddleboard Bible then goes much further. It will take you on paddleboard adventures, from night paddles (showing you the world from the water in a way you've probably never seen it before) to wildlife-spotting safaris and unique photography opportunities; it even reveals the benefits of fishing from a paddleboard. And it's not all gentle stuff – for adrenaline junkies there is SUP surfing, riding white water rapids and for the more competitive types, SUP racing. SUP is also great for fitness (you haven't done yoga until you've done SUP yoga) and there's a booming social side too. It's a fantastic way to meet new people, join groups, go to events and go on unique tours. However you want to get into stand-up paddleboarding, whether you're curious about trying it one afternoon, want to dive into it as a new hobby or really get involved in the scene and the lifestyle, then The Paddleboard Bible is the one-stop book that covers everything you need to know about the most accessible and inexpensive paddlesport.

Download or read book Stand Up Paddle Board Racing for Beginners written by HowExpert and published by HowExpert. This book was released on 2017-10-30 with total page 82 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “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 About the Expert Residing in Lake Tahoe, California, Kayla works for one of the best stand-up paddleboard rental/coffee shops in the nation called Waterman’s Landing. There, she has access to some of the best paddle boards, the water, and two elite paddle board racers. In autumn 2017, she started seriously training for her first paddle board race and took third out of six people in Mike’s Sunday Fun Race. In the duration of her training, she ended up shaving 6-8 minutes off of her average distance time. Although she is nowhere near being an elite athlete, Kayla is still paddle board racing and working up the ranks. HowExpert publishes quick 'how to' guides on all topics from A to Z by everyday experts.

Download or read book Waterman 2 0 written by Kelly Starrett and published by Mobilitywod Incorporated. This book was released on 2018-09-05 with total page 402 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The goal of any waterman or woman is to surf, paddle or row as often as they can, as well as they can, for the rest of their life. The trouble is that few understand how to get the most from their body and when they can't, what to do about it outside of the usual layoffs, surgeries and cortisone injections. As one veteran paddler recently put it: "Ibuprofen is my second religion." There is a better way. Using insights gleaned from his experiences on the whitewater canoe and rafting national teams and improving the performance and wellbeing of the world's top athletes, Dr. Kelly Starrett has created nothing short of a movement manifesto for the water athlete. Equally applicable to the pro waterman, novice and everyone in between, Waterman 2.0 gives paddlers, surfers and rowers of all ages and abilities a one-stop guide to understanding: Basic movement baselines for optimal and sustainable performance on and off the water How to identify and fix weakest links, and become faster, stronger and more resilient Mobility techniques to help prevent, assess and address soft tissue, joint and sliding surface issues Common errors that lead to pain and performance limitations Corrective strategies that enhance movement patterns and unlock more speed and endurance Lifestyle adaptations that enable better preparation, training and racing Tactics for more effective recovery, hydration and sleep Waterman 2.0 also features unique insights and tips from more than 30 of the world's top watermen and women, including Laird Hamilton, Kai Lenny, Emily Jackson-Troutman and Paige Alms. This book is the start of a revolution in water sports performance. Are you ready to become Waterman 2.0?

Download or read book Paddling Pacific Northwest Whitewater written by Nick Hinds and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2016-06-30 with total page 434 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Paddling Pacific Northwest Whitewater is the definitive guide to the best rivers and creeks for kayaking and rafting in Washington and Oregon—home to some of the most fun (and challenging) whitewater in the world. Including over 240 detailed run descriptions from local area paddlers who know these rivers and creeks better than anyone else, this is the only book you’ll ever need for a lifetime’s-worth of paddling in the Pacific Northwest. Includes… ·Run descriptions ·Shuttle directions ·Detailed maps ·Min. and max. recommended flows ·Scouting advice ·Awesome photos ·And more!

Download or read book Reeds Channel Almanac 2022 written by Bloomsbury Publishing and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2021-08-19 with total page 448 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Reeds Channel Almanac covers the south coast of England from the Scilly Isles to Dover, the Channel Islands and northern France from Calais to L'Aberildut, offering cruising and racing yachtsmen ready access to essential navigation information by virtue of its clear layout and user friendly format. Completely updated for 2022, topics include seamanship, pilotage, tide tables, safety procedures, navigation tips, radio, lights, waypoints, weather forecast information, communications, Mayday and distress procedures - in fact everything the cruising yachtsman needs to know. The large type size and clear layout makes information easy to read even in adverse conditions. This handy volume is ideal for anyone cruising the length of the English Channel. Includes a free Reeds Marina Guide. Also available: free supplements of up-to-date navigation changes from January to June at: www.reedsnauticalalmanac.co.uk 'There are some things I would not go to sea without - Reeds is one of them.' Sir Chay Blyth

Download or read book Reeds Nautical Almanac 2022 written by Bloomsbury Publishing and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2021-08-19 with total page 1232 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Reeds Nautical Almanac is the indispensable trusted annual compendium of navigational data for yachtsmen and motorboaters, and provides all the information required to navigate Atlantic coastal waters around the whole of the UK, Ireland, Channel Islands and the entire European coastline from the tip of Denmark right down to Gibraltar, Northern Morocco, the Azores and Madeira. The 2022 edition continues the Almanac's tradition of year on year improvement and meticulous presentation of all the data required for safe navigation. Now with an improved layout for easier reference and with over 45,000 annual changes, it is regarded as the bible of almanacs for anyone going to sea. The 2022 edition is updated throughout, containing over 45,000 changes, and includes: 700 harbour chartlets; tide tables and tidal streams; buoyage and lights; 7,500 waypoints; invaluable passage notes; distance tables; radio, weather and safety information; first aid section. Also: a free Marina Guide. Also available: free supplements of up-to-date navigation changes from January to June at: www.reedsnauticalalmanac.co.uk

Download or read book Fifty Places to Paddle Before You Die written by Chris Santella and published by ABRAMS. This book was released on 2014-09-16 with total page 421 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In Fifty Places to Paddle Before You Die, the newest addition to the Fifty Places series, Chris Santella explores the best destinations for the diverse sport of paddling. The book features the world’s top spots for kayaking, rafting, canoeing, and stand-up paddleboarding. Destinations include the Grand Canyon, Alaska’s Kenai Peninsula, Baja California, Indonesia’s Komodo Islands, and the Antarctic Peninsula, as recommended by paddling experts. Compelling travelogues are complemented by beautiful and vibrant photographs of the locations and travel tips to help readers experience the destinations for themselves.

Download or read book My Old Dog written by Laura T. Coffey and published by New World Library. This book was released on 2015-09-18 with total page 258 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “No Dog Should Die Alone” was the attention-grabbing — and heart-stirring — headline of journalist Laura T. Coffey’s TODAY show website story about photographer Lori Fusaro’s work with senior shelter pets. While generally calm, easy, and already house-trained, these animals often represent the highest-risk population at shelters. With gorgeous, joyful photographs and sweet, funny, true tales of “old dogs learning new tricks,” Coffey and Fusaro show that adopting a senior can be even more rewarding than choosing a younger dog. You’ll meet endearing elders like Marnie, the irresistible shih tzu who has posed for selfies with Tina Fey, James Franco, and Betty White; Remy, a soulful nine-year-old dog adopted by elderly nuns; George Clooney’s cocker spaniel, Einstein; and Bretagne, the last known surviving search dog from Ground Zero. They may be slower moving and a tad less exuberant than puppies, but these pooches prove that adopting a senior brings immeasurable joy, earnest devotion, and unconditional love.

Download or read book Stand Up Paddleboarding A Beginner s Guide written by Simon Bassett and published by Fernhurst Books Limited. This book was released on 2019-06-18 with total page 178 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Stand Up Paddleboarding is the fastest growing watersport worldwide. The comparatively low cost, the convenience of inflatable boards and the fact that you can just get on and go all add up to its appeal. But, as with everything, a little bit of knowledge and technique makes the experience so much more enjoyable! That is where this book – the first UK how-to book on paddleboarding – comes in. It provides a perfect introduction to the sport: how to paddleboard, what kit to use and where to go. The book guides you through launching, the correct stance, paddling in a straight line, the different types of turns and landing. It shows you how to choose your board and paddle, inflate and deflate an inflatable board, and talks about where to ride as well as weather, safety, maintenance and repair of your equipment. It covers the main types of paddleboarding: touring, racing, surfing and yoga / fitness. All aspects are heavily illustrated with colour photographs making it easy to understand and clear to follow.

Download or read book Amsterdam Like a Local written by DK Eyewitness and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2022-02-08 with total page 444 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: If you’re looking for the ultimate European getaway, Amsterdam won’t disappoint! Iconic canals, centuries-old townhomes, cobblestone lanes and flower-adorned bridges. Amsterdam is truly one-of-a-kind and offers so many different kinds of experiences. Use the travel tips from this ultimate Amsterdam travel book to plan your trip to the Netherlands! Beyond the well-trodden sights, there’s a secret side of the city — and who better to guide you to it than the locals? This travel guide to Amsterdam includes: • Two-color, bold, modern design with contemporary illustrations throughout • Authors are true locals and have been picked for having their fingers on the pulse and their diverse tastes. Their suggestions and advice sit alongside quotes from Amsterdam creatives, performers, volunteers and business leaders to give the book a local feel • A narrative style throughout, making the local, personal voice central to every entry • Structured by six themes and subsequent sub-themes — rather than areas — to echo how people are traveling, rather than where. For example, Eat, Drink, Shop, Art and Culture, Nightlife • Each entry includes its unique address so readers can pinpoint precisely where they are heading • Each theme ends with a tour spread, dedicated to a specific interest or experience. For example, A Foodie Tour of Oud-West, and Art and Antiques Shopping in the Spiegelkwartier Amsterdam is as pretty as a postcard! You can’t walk a mile without bumping into a masterpiece in this city. Besides its cultural attractions like the Anne Frank House, Rijksmuseum, and Van Gogh museum, the Dutch capital also has leafy parks, hip shops, craft breweries and some of Europe's hottest clubs. From taking a bicycle tour through the polder landscape in Amsterdam Noord to relaxing at a canalside bruin café (traditional Dutch pub) in Jordaan, this Amsterdam guidebook helps you to experience the real side of Amsterdam. Additional tidbits to expand your experience are peppered throughout this local guide to Amsterdam. For example, local tips and recommendations for exploring this vibrant city, secret places that only a local would know, hands-on experiences (cookery classes and art workshops), and ideas for traveling solo, in a pair and in a crowd. It also includes tips on how to travel sensibly in a post-Covid world without compromising on experience. From New York and London to Paris and Tokyo, there are more places to discover with these niche local guides! Written by the people who call it home, the Like A Local series from DK takes you beyond the tourist track to experience the heart and soul of each city!

Download or read book The Paddleboard Bible written by Dave Price and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2021-03-18 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Stand-up paddleboarding is the fastest growing watersport in the world - with only a little knowledge and practice, pretty much anyone can get up and get moving, and then there's no limit to where SUP can take you. This complete guide gives you everything you need to know to get started, and much more besides. All the basics are here, from fundamental equipment (a guide to boards, including bargain-priced inflatables, as well as paddles, clothing and simple safety gear) to essential techniques (getting on, getting moving and, just as importantly, landing and getting off). Along with challenges and games to play with your new paddleboarding buddies, the book explores places to go and things to see, from rivers and canals to coastlines and travel further afield. The book also explains all the important stuff you might need to understand about weather, tides, waves and currents. However, The Paddleboard Bible then goes much further. It will take you on paddleboard adventures, from night paddles (showing you the world from the water in a way you've probably never seen it before) to wildlife-spotting safaris and unique photography opportunities; it even reveals the benefits of fishing from a paddleboard. And it's not all gentle stuff – for adrenaline junkies there is SUP surfing, riding white water rapids and for the more competitive types, SUP racing. SUP is also great for fitness (you haven't done yoga until you've done SUP yoga) and there's a booming social side too. It's a fantastic way to meet new people, join groups, go to events and go on unique tours. However you want to get into stand-up paddleboarding, whether you're curious about trying it one afternoon, want to dive into it as a new hobby or really get involved in the scene and the lifestyle, then The Paddleboard Bible is the one-stop book that covers everything you need to know about the most accessible and inexpensive paddlesport.

Download or read book The Rough Guide to Cambodia Travel Guide eBook written by Rough Guides and published by Rough Guides UK. This book was released on 2017-09-07 with total page 507 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Explore Cambodia with the smartest and most engaging guidebook on the market. Rough Guides' expert authors have done all the hard work for you: seeking out the top guesthouses, sampling the tastiest Khmer food and scouring the coast for the best beaches. Whether you're shopping in Phnom Penh's Central Market, exploring the astonishing ruins of Angkor, or relaxing on a sunset river cruise in Kampot, this new edition of The Rough Guide to Cambodia will show you ideal places to sleep, eat, drink and shop along the way, with options to suit every budget. The guide includes stunning photography and colour-coded, easy-to-use maps, and written with our trademark mix of candour, humour and practical advice. Make the most of your trip with The Rough Guide to Cambodia.

Download or read book ABC 2019 7 No 205 written by LiveABC編輯群 and published by 希伯崙股份有限公司. This book was released on 2019-06-15 with total page 99 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 適用對象：國中小學生~成人，英語基礎初學者 ABC互動英語雜誌專為初學者所編訂，是打好英語基礎的最佳選擇，內容活潑、實用、有趣，以圖解式情境教學，讓學英語像學母語一樣輕鬆自然，終結您英語學習的痛苦！ ►購買完整紙本書請上：https://goo.gl/KB3Ia0 ABC Interactive English No. 205 July, 2019 Contents 每日一句 How Do You Take Your Food? 餐飲英語好用句 英語愛說笑 Making Copies 白紙影印法 A Normal Person 所謂的正常人 世界好望角 Don’t Be Too Positive About Being Positive 失控的正面思考 活用ABC At a Dessert Shop 選購甜點實用英語 品格英語 White Lies Are Both Kind and Cruel 白色謊言的好與壞 畫中有話 Beach Time Is Fun Time 海灘戲水樂無窮 本月焦點 Taoyuan Airport MRT 桃園機場捷運 The Taoyuan MRT:From Train to Plane in Minutes 搭機捷，快速又方便 安妮信箱 Saying No 拒絕的藝術 文法補給站 Playing with Fireworks 一起放煙火 流行最前線 What the Future Will Bring 未來科技狂想曲 短篇故事集 Bruce and the Spider 布魯斯與蜘蛛 玩味生活 Moving Through the Water with Stand-Up Paddleboarding 立槳衝浪帶你輕鬆乘風破浪 小地方大玩意 Yingge Ceramics Museum: A Museum for More than Just Pots 鶯歌陶瓷博物館：體驗陶藝之美 建康停看聽 Changing Your Genes 遺傳基因，不是你想的那樣 ABC長知識 Insects Gone in a Century 昆蟲將在本世紀滅亡？ 聽說圖寫 跳蚤市場 本月之星 邵雨薇 At a Dessert Shop 選購甜點實用英語 Part A: Looking for a Dessert Amy enters a dessert shop. 愛咪走進一間甜點店。 (Clerk = C ; Amy = A) C: Hi. Can I help you? A: I’m having a party later this week. I need to buy a dessert for it. C: Well, we have roll cakes, cakes, pies, cookies, and many others. A: Do you have anything with chocolate? C: Lots of our desserts have chocolate. We use milk chocolate, dark chocolate, and chocolate cream. A: Which chocolate dessert is the most popular? C: Everyone loves our chocolate roll cake. We use the finest dark cocoa beans from Brazil. A: I’ll take one of those, then. Part A：選購 店員： 嗨，請問需要什麼服務？ 愛咪： 這個星期稍晚我要舉辦一場派對，我得買個派對上要吃的甜點。 店員： 嗯，我們有瑞士捲、蛋糕、派餅、餅乾和許多其他的甜點。 愛咪： 有沒有什麼東西是有巧克力的？ 店員： 我們很多甜點都有巧克力，我們有用到牛奶巧克力、黑巧克力和巧克力 奶油。 愛咪： 哪一種巧克力甜點最受歡迎？ 店員： 大家都愛吃我們的巧克力瑞士捲，我們使用的是上等巴西黑可可豆。 愛咪： 那我要買一條。 Part B: Sampling Desserts The clerk offers some samples to Amy. 店員給愛咪一些試吃品。 (Clerk = C ; Amy = A) C: Would you like to try some samples? A: (Amy tries a sample of the original roll cake.) This is really good! The cake is so soft. I love the fresh cream flavor. C: You’ll love this pie, too. It has lots of creamed egg white on top. A: OK. I’ll have a bite. (Amy takes a bite.) Wow, you’re right. This is yummy, and I like the lemon cream filling. C: How about some German pudding? We only bake a certain amount each day. A: Oh! It has a great milky taste. Each bite is light and creamy. Part B：試吃 店員： 妳要試吃一些嗎？ 愛咪： （愛咪試吃原味的瑞士捲。）這真是好吃！蛋糕軟綿綿的，我喜歡這種 鮮奶油口味。 店員： 妳也會喜歡這種派餅，上面有很多蛋白霜。 愛咪： 好，我吃一口。（愛咪吃了一口。）哇，妳說得沒錯，這真是好吃，我 喜歡這個檸檬奶油餡。 店員： 要不要試試看德國布丁？我們每天只有限量供應。 愛咪： 喔！它有一種很棒的牛奶口味，每一口都很清爽滑順。 Part C: Asking for Delivery Amy asks about shipping the dessert. 愛咪詢問運送甜點的事。 (Amy = A ; Clerk = C) A: This is a surprise for my mom’s birthday. Can I get it delivered? C: Sure! (The clerk takes out a form.) Just fill in her address on this form here. A: No problem. (Amy writes down the address.) Here you go. C: Thanks. What day do you need it delivered? A: The party is on the first of next month. I need it by 11:00 a.m. How much does the delivery service cost? C: It’ll be NT$160. Part C：運送 愛咪： 這是要給我媽媽的生日驚喜，可以幫我送貨嗎？ 店員： 當然可以！（店員拿出送貨單。）在這張單子上填寫她的住址就好。 愛咪： 沒問題。（愛咪寫下住址。）給妳。 店員： 謝謝。需要哪一天到貨？ 愛咪： 派對是下個月一號，我需要它在早上十一點前送到。運費是多少？ 店員： 是一百六十元。

Download or read book The Surfboard Book written by Sean McCagh and published by McCagh O'Neill Pty td. This book was released on 2013 with total page 154 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: How Design Drives Performance Have you ever wondered how changing design will effect the performance of a surfboard, wanted to really understand what your shaper, surf shop or mates are talking about when they discuss bottom curve or rocker, or more importantly why a particular surfboard goes really well or struggles to perform in some situations? The Surfboard Book includes advice stories and design details from some of the most experienced and credible subject experts in the history of the surfboard in Simon Anderson, Dick Brewer, Steve Lis and Bob McTavish: each are known not only as surfboard shapers and designers but as innovators with a combined design experience approaching 200 years. The Surfboard Book explains: elements of surfboard shape and their effects on performance construction types: from traditional to modern sandwich construction important material properties including environmental issues basic types or classes of surfboard and how they perform how to go about choosing or specifying your next surfboard

Download or read book Lake Hopatcong Paddleboarding written by Vie Binga and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2016-01-25 with total page 132 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Are you looking to try stand up paddling for the first time? Have you already paddled a few times and are now looking to purchase your own stand up paddle board? Do you want to safely introduce paddle boarding to your friends and family? Are you a yoga teacher or fitness instructor wanting to teach SUP Yoga or SUP Fitness? Are you a stand up paddle board retailer or SUP rental facility? Are you a long term stand up paddle boarder and want to learn more about your paddle board and SUP gear? Are you a fitness buff wanting to enhance your exercise regime? Are you an outdoor enthusiast looking for an easy year round activity? Are you an athlete looking to cross train? If you answered yes to any of the above, then this book is the answer to all your questions. This book begins by studying the gear that is essential for paddle boarding. If you already own or have otherwise access to a paddleboard and/or other SUP gear, this book will help you understand and appreciate what your gear is best made for. If you do not already have access to a paddleboard/gear, after reading this book you will be able to choose the board and gear that is best suited for your size, skills and needs. The book continues by going over essential skills such as proper stance, paddle strokes and muscle activation. Stand up paddle boarding, if performed right, will serve simultaneously as a great core strengthening and joint rehabilitating activity. We then cover the essential safety principles that you need to follow as a paddle boarder and also the principles that you need to adhere to when taking other people out on the water, whether friends, family or paying clients. The methodologies that we are giving you come from having taught various forms of paddle boarding to thousands of clients throughout the years. While keeping in mind that every one learns differently, we have chosen what we consider the most essential and the most practical. Even though we would like to believe that we have successfully captured the essence of flat water stand up paddling in a very comprehensive manner, we understand that stand up paddling is a continuously evolving and developing sport. Board construction, gear availability, sport etiquette, fitness and exercise science, real life situations are for example some of the parameters that constantly change. Having said that, we would love to hear how this book helped you in your own stand up paddle explorations. Is there something you would like to see added to "Walk On Water"? Do you have an inspiring stand up paddle story you wish to share with your fellow paddle boarders? It just so might be featured in our next revision. We can be reached at [email protected] Embrace, Explore, Live Learn... Happy & Safe Journey! Tim Ganley & Vie Binga