Stand up paddling definitely gets you in AMAZING shape. Brody Welte in Florida mentioned offers some tips through his paddle fit course on how to do so. I also teach SUP beginner to advanced, and as a competitor know first hand that this sport will transform your body! Anyone can do it and you don’t have to know how to surf! 

TweetTo see more of Suzie Cooney’s modeling portfolio go to Suzie Models Maui: http://www.suziemodelsmaui.com/

Check out my other website: Stand Up Paddling Fitness and get tips on how to SUP and how to train for SUP ( stand up paddling fitness )

Left to right: Gigante Disc, Suzie, smaller 12" disc, 6.5 in roller, 8.5 in roller, INDO Board Pro, Ying & Yang Rocker Board, Kicktail

Aloha! Everyone knows that trains with me or reads my blogs and articles that I ‘m a huge fan of the INDO Board. It has brought all my clients to new levels in fitness and is always exciting and fun; meanwhile allowing me to cater to each individual and their unique needs. I’ve been a team rider and contributor for INDO Board for some time, and their product development, trainer curriculum and application continues to blow me away. My surfers, stand up paddlers, kiters, windsurfers and those also coming off of injuries have enjoyed building their strength on the different INDO Boards and platforms. Even those reentering fitness again or for those who want to freshen up their routine, love the challenge and discover new things about their abilities which allows me at any level, help them reach their personal fitness goals.

Functional training is the key focus of my practice and it’s how I’m sure that when I’m training a surfer or a new mom, all of their kinetic checkpoints are tracking properly before we embark on any new fitness program. The INDO Board training equipment offers me the expansive opportunity to test, observe and ask folks to perform on different, unstable platforms and is part of every assessment for each individual. It allows me to really measure one’s core strength, balance and reaction ability while I’m developing their unique program in my mind, all the while watching them discover new abilities they thought they never had. As a trainer, this is my biggest reward!

Suzie Cooney on Gigante Disc photo by Darrell Wong 2011 All Rights Reserved

The Gigante Disc, which has been a dream come true not only for training my SUP clients on land before we train on the water, but I’ve discovered so many other modalities and exercises that I’ve never before knew one could do. I often make up a lot of this stuff as I go based on the individual’s ability. You will see this piece of gear as one of my favorites and now on Naish’s website with my fitness articles. My mind is always thinking in that direction as I develop more and more exercises and also combine other tools and weights in conjunction with. It’s literally exponential on what you can do for your own training.

My second favorite new deck is the simple INDO Board Kicktail and the INDO Board Ying & Yang Rocker Board, which is very loose and wide, offering my more advanced clients a lot more freestyle action on a larger surface, but I’ve already implemented other uses! For example, today, setting up my hard core windsurfer, Tim Ellison loves it when I place the INDO Board Kicktail board on top of a semi-inflated Gigante disc in the surfers stance. This is his way of practicing his foot work for wave sailing. Then I fire at him an 8lb medicine ball in all planes of motion. He loves it! The INDO Board Kicktail is narrow and challenging, while the Gigante forces him to keep his knees bent and manage the force production and movement caused by the weighted ball. He’s be happy and completey satisfied if we did this the entire session!

The photo above shows me on my Naish 9’0″ Hokua. This is quite a sassy quad fin and with the INDO Board Gigante disc inflated almost to the max, I’m able to push my body to the max. ( beginners, remove your fins and I may suggest you place two Gigantes with less air at first, one in front and one in the back of board ). Aquiring upper body endurance with a medicine ball or weighted bar, while at the same time challenging all the finite muscles from from my feet, ankles, knees, hips to the core. This will get your heart rate up and burn your legs! AWESOME!

If you want to see a few other INDO Board equipment exercises I’ve referenced, you can also check out my SUP Fitness Tips for Naish. Also, you can check out a recent article on advanced core training featuring my client Jules on the INDO Pro Board.She’s got a rock’n body and loves the

Advanced INDO Board Core Training. Not just for surfers or paddlers! Everyone can benefit!

core challenge.

SUP paddlers, you can take your paddling to the next level with just a few pieces of key INDO Board equipment. This kind of training REALLY transfers to many different types of water conditions. Flat water, to big waves, to Maliko down wind coast runs, require all muscles to fire and this type of training also known as “propreocetion” work is key. You want your body to respond quickly and naturally. That’s why this gear makes that difference. Be sure you take your time and train your brain with the new reaction benefits that will challenge you. Safety is paramount and as you progress in your leg, core and even upper body strength, go back to the basics and start from the top.

Progressions should be safe, managable and always proper form. Progressions are as simple as two legs to one, less air in disc(s) or more air. Tempo, speed shift, holding weights below your knees or resting on your shoulder as you might perform squats on top of the Gigante disc while standing on the Rocker Board.

Hunter Joslin, Chip and Georgette at INDO Board, thank you for all that you do to help us trainers help more of our clients and water sport enthusiasts, and putting smiles on thousands of hard training folks, and for providing a most excellent quiver of fun under the sun or studio lights!

Mahalo and in good health,

Suzie Cooney, CPT of Suzie Trains Maui

While visiting Maui, Suzie is available for professional private training sessions. These may include on and off water sessions should you like. She will take you through all the progressions based on your current level of fitness and assist you safely to success. Call at 808-283-2121 or go to: http://www.suzietrainsmaui.com/suzie-cooney-certified-personal-trainer/

For more information on the cool folks and gear at INDO Board products:

Buzzy teaching on Maui

“I offer private and small group surf lessons for beginners to experts.  I have been teaching for over ten years and have got thousands their first rides and coached others to their first National titles. I know how to make surfing as easy as possible and fun for all ages. I also teach SUP from beginners to coast runs.”

Here are some photos of Buzzy surfing JAWS and stand up paddling! :

Buzzy is also a professional photographer. Here’s a shot he took of Robby Naish and Jason Polakow at JAWS:

Call Buzzy for your first and best surf adventure on Maui, or if you want to experience our N. shore and do a SUP down winder he can be reached at:

808-870-8449   or visit his website at:       http://www.kerbox.com/shopcontent.asp?type=home

See you on the water!

Aloha,

Suzie Cooney, CPT

www.suzietrainsmaui.com

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Check out his website at:  http://www.mauiboysurf.com

To Contact Eddie, call : 808-870-7550  e: mauiboysurf@hotmail.com

Suzie Cooney,

Suzie Trains Maui  http://www.suzietrainsmaui.com

Suzie Cooney – a private fitness specialist offers training in many areas to include: Fitness Training, Performance Enhancement, Corrective Exercise, and Sports Rehabilitation. Suzie’s knowledge and education is widespread and offers cutting edge training techniques to clients to enhance their work out sessions. Suzie is committed to her clients and field continually furthering her knowledge. Please check out Suzie’s new modeling reel. Yes, not only is Suzie a personal fitness expert but, she’s also a model.  Please feel free to click on the above link to watch her latest modeling reel where she shows her skills while Windsurfing, Stand-up Paddling and motocross riding and galmour!

Suzie Cooney is a certified fitness trainer through NASM. SUP Coach for FREE women’s clinics. She is sponsored by Kaenon Polarized, Paddles by KIALOA and a feature athlete for ATHLETA  check out: http://www.athleta.net/chi/featured-athletes/suzie-cooney/    She also rides with Big GUN Exhaust Systems

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All media inquireies please contact:

Laster-Heathman Media               415.999.1944        

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For more information on Suzie Cooney please check out her website at: http://www.suzietrainsmaui.com or contact her at               (808)  283-2121

PADDLE FIT
 
Introducing a NEW FUN, unique, total body cross-training workout for everyone who
paddles.
 
WHEN:  Fridays (Starting Feb. 5)   TIME: 10:00am-12:00pm
WHERE:  Sugar Cove    COST: $18.00  or 5 classes for $75.00
 
Kelly Moore and Tatiana Howard will lead a 30 minute stretching and strength training
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Canoe Club (Kahului Harbor). MOORE WATERTIME will shuttle you back to your vehicle.
Just show up with your board and enter the PADDLE FIT workout zone. 
 
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EXPERIENCE:   Some paddle experience is required.
RESERVATIONS:   Reservations are required.
 
Please contact Kelly Moore now to maximize your WATERTIME fitness!
kellyonmaui@gmail.com or (808) 250-1984 
 
 

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…we drive you play!

Kelly Moore(BA Psychology), is a former U.S champion windsurfer, ranked 3^rd in the world. Kelly has traveled the globe publishing her travel adventures and was the first woman ever to windsurf from Bimini, Bahamas to Ft. Lauderdale to raise funds and awareness for “Clean Water”. 

 In 2008, Kelly created “Camp Green Wave”;  kids eco-adventure surf camps and after school surf club. Most recently, Kelly launched the “Moore Watertime” Maliko shuttle service through which she aims to make downwind coast runs more convenient and accessible to paddlers and water sports enthusiasts of all levels.

 She drives, you play!  Call Kelly today at 808-250-1984

You’re the only doc than can rip and carve on and off the water..  I’ve seen your work in the OR and on the water.. way cool my friend..  Surfing like this requires quick action, strong hips and legs for holding that rail. Thanks for sharing this great shot. Suzie

Sweet Set up Cas Fiji

Healthy Shoppers

Cami’s Corner: Eating healthy with Friends  Thanks to Melisa, Amanda and Danielle for sharing what you eat and being a part of Cami’s Corner and Teen Health in Maui!

Cami’s Assignment: Ask three of her friends what they eat for dinner with their families and then Cami’s response on maybe how they can make some healthy options!  Following with a few comments from me, Suzie

Amanda,

What is your typical family dinner? -Rice, beans, and chicken, with salad. Is the portion size typically a plate full, or what? -I go for one plate full, no seconds.

 Do you usually eat with your family together, or do you eat in front of the TV, etc? -It depends; we at least have a family dinner every week. I sometimes eat on the island, at the table, or in front of the TV.

Amanda’s eating habits are really good, one thing I would suggest though is to have less rice with her meal. Rice is fine, but in smaller portions. You do need your grains, Manda Cami, you are right!

Nice job guys. I’d like to next time learn about the true portion sizes of food and what kind of salad dressing is being used too. Sometimes the creamy ones are hidden with lots of fat and a gazillion calories!  I’d like to see the rice be substituted, with a multigrain rice or brown rice. Chicken is excellent protein as long as the skin is removed.

Also keep in mind, while eating your meal while watching TV can sometimes lead to mindless eating. Amanda, it’s nice to see that your family eats together and provides a nice meal for everyone.  Thanks, Suzie!

 Danielle,

Rollerblading Fun!

What is the main meal you and your family eat together? -My usual meal always consists of fish. For example, yesterday we had fish burritos with tomatoes, lettuce, cheese. The fish was fresh too!

What is your typical portion size? -I don’t eat that much for dinner, maybe like one main dish and some snacks.*Laughs*

When you eat dinner, do you eat with your family, or alone (in front of the TV, etc.)? -Usually alone, on the couch in front of the TV, or in the kitchen.

I am very proud of Danielle’s eating habits. She is super healthy, and she sticks with what she knows is good for her body, and herself. She eats a lot of veggies with her meals, as she said above. One thing Danielle could do to improve her eating habits, is to maybe turn off the TV and enjoy her meal with her family. Cami, that’s a good observation and we’ll keep an eye on Danielle’s healthy eating habits so other kids can do the same!

Hey Danielle, it’s nice to see that you know all about making good choices. I giggled too and wondered just what kind of snacks you eat!

Do you eat dinner with all of your family, or alone. If you are alone, do you eat in front of the TV, or in another room? -I eat with my family, and sometimes we all watch movies together, or talk. The TV is usually on, and the family is always laughing together.

Melisa is very average with her eating habits. I suggest to Melisa that she eat more veggies with her meals. Vegetables are a important necessity for everyday meals. Also maybe turn off the TV and talk with your family more often! I like the drink she has a lot, because she is getting a lot of her fruits in.

-Cami

Melisa, Cami is correct to recommend maybe some more greens. Imagine looking at your plate like a clock! From 12-3 protein, 3-6 whole grain pasta or multi grain rice, then from 6-12, load up on dark green leafy veggies or a nice healthy salad. 

 Sounds like you are getting some nice fruit in your drinks. Love to hear that! And laughing with our family burns calories! Cool!

Well everyone has done a real good job here, sharing and helping each other discover ways to make a meal healthier. 

 You all are on the right track. So next time, watch your portions, and maybe help others in the house that may really load up their plates. You guys are active and on the go, be sure to eat enough but don’t over do it. Also, remember to drink lots of water. Not only is it good for your organs and other bodily functions, remember it’s great for your skin too! Ditch the sodas and save your teeth!

 Okay everyone, stayed tuned for more Cami’s Corner, and Teen Health on Maui!

Suzie Cooney, CPT

Cami Maui's New Teen Health Role Model

Introducing my new Maui Teen Health & Fitness Role Model, Cami Comet! I will be asking Cami to send us her workout routines, what she eats to stay healthy and how she is helping her friends at school, stay fit!  Welcome Cami. Super cool to have you on the Suzie Trains Maui Team!  You go Cami! Feel free to leave Cami a comment to welcome her! Suzie

Cami writes: 

I am fourteen years old, and my goals are to stay consistent with my eating habits, and to get some physical exercise in, but still have time for school, friends, and family. Maybe even exercising with those people also.

The sports I like to do are soccer, beach volleyball, tennis, swimming, running, bowling, hiking, water activities, etc. I love all of those, and there is more, but I am not necessarily that great at doing the sports, I just like to have fun! 

I also love my veggies. I pretty much like all of my vegetables except for radishes, mushrooms, etc. But there is just one veggie that I will eat with every meal, and that is asparagus. Although I do like broccoli, brussel sprouts, and salad; asparagus is my number one!

Being fit and healthy means feeling good, looking good, and staying at it. Meaning keeping your diet under control, and squeezing time in to be active.

Cami