Suzie Trains Maui BLOG

Catching waves is definitely good for your health! You can’t help to smile for one AND your body is getting the most amazing workout with all levels of endorphins pumping your heart and body. Check out this cool shot of surfer at Honolua Bay. Also board reviews, my radio segment and training tips!

As a pro team SUP rider for Naish International and fan of the TRX Rip Trainer, I’ve combined here the basics of core training to anyone but specifically for SUP or stand up paddling. The exercises here do require one to already have some experience knowing how to activate and engage the core. These are excellent and challenging. SUP can require explosive paddling at times. Hope you enjoy! Suzie Cooney, CPT of Suzie Trains Maui

Whether you’re entering a new fitness program, would like to get stronger for surfing, SUP, windsurfing or virtually any sport, INDO Board training is a blast. The equipment is portable and can grow with you as you learn new exercises for tricks for skateboarding or if you need to get stronger and build strength after an injury. The team at INDO Board understands the demand of athletes and non athletes but also recognizes that training should be fun and offer functional benefits for your entire body. Balance training, propreoception training, advanced core training, leg strength and upper body strength and all develop as you learn more about how to use your INDO Board equipment. I use it for post op surgical clients, rehab, and for those reentering fitness to liven up their routines. It’s really endless on what you can do with the extensive line they offer. There are great videos too on their website. Suzie Cooney, CPT owner of Suzie Trains Maui

My client, Jules advances to the INDO Board plank exercise. Her upper body endurance and core endurance really shows in this fabulous exercise!

This is the final series by Suzie Cooney, CPT of Suzie Trains Maui, exclusively for Naish International. Powerful legs equal more time on the water and can give you the ability to carve harder, finish stronger and faster and give you more board confidence.

Aloha everyone! SUP stand up paddling requires strong legs. Check out my series written exclusively for Naish International. Strong legs equal more water time. Don’t lose the power. Suzie Cooney, CPT, Suzie Trains Maui

UP your SUP Performance by Combining Upper Body Paddle Endurance with Balance and Core Training for Naish International by Suzie Cooney, CPT of Suzie Trains Maui and Naish Team SUP Rider You can click here and go directly to the full article: http://www.naishsurfing.com/sup-fitness/   Whether you’re new to the sport of stand up paddling or preparing [...]

Uneven Push Ups This is a very advanced exercise that targets the triceps, shoulders and chest! “Don’t let your body burn out before the next set! “pushing up” to your feet requires chest and tricep strength. “ Difficulty Level: Advanced Strength Muscle Group(s): Triceps, shoulder and chest. Great for core stability Equipment: BOSU, or inflated [...]

January 5, 2011 – Reporting from the most beautiful SUP and surf and fishing spot in Southern Costa Rica, The Zancudo Lodge! Owner, Gregg Mufson is hanging ten on the INDO Board as he and the crew prepare for the surf rolling in this week.

Are you ready to basically free fall with a piece of fiberglass pushing back to you as the force of gravity is sucking you down? Sure, you’ve been paddling; you’ve got good core strength, but what about the legs?  Will you still be standing, and do you have the power to recoil your body to [...]