Panama Redux

Surf Stronger Staffers just returned from a five week stint to Panama. What an unreal place! In addition to scoring some great warm water waves, we conducted some surf fitness research and development while down there, and are also writing an article on the eco surf resort, Red Frog Bungalows. Keep an eye out for these articles coming soon to surfstronger.com and other publications.

Surf Stronger at Any Age

These, days, surfers seem to get better with age. The world's best, Kelly Slater, is 36 years old. Fitness plays a huge role in this.

Here are a couple shots of our friend, S.B., charging down in Panama. S.B. has been on the Surf Stronger program for a couple years, and at thirty something he charges as hard as ever! His overall fitness plays a big role in this.

Better fitness, better surfing.

Show Our Beaches Some Love

We received a clever email from Surfrider Foundation this morning. If you are giving a Valentine gift this weekend, make it a membership to the Surfrider Foundation and show our beaches some love!

"Forgo the candy and flowers, instead give a gift that matters to your beach and your Valentine. Make a donation in honor of your Valentine and we'll send them the Valentine of your choice. You can also include a message to the one you love."

To learn more, visit the Surfrider Foundation page.

Surf Stronger in Panama

I'm down in Panama, checking out a new eco-surf retreat, Red Frog Bungalows -- writing an article on the resort and working with some local surfers on their training programs.

The first few days we scored fun, shoulder to head high surf. But with a bit of a lull in the swell, I was pining for a good workout. Lucky for me, I brought my TRX and a fit ball down so I can do a bit of training between swells. So far, I've had a couple great workouts on Red Frog beach -- fifteen minutes TRX, five minute ocean swim, ten minutes TRX, ten minute ocean swim cool-down. Working out with a TRX really does provide fitness anywhere -- and working out on the beach is a killer feeling. For more info on TRX, check out our TRX page. And keep an eye out for more to come, as we develop unique surf-specific training programs with TRX.

Todd


(Scott scores one at Red Frog beach.)


(Fitness anywhere, including the beach in Panama.)

Classy, comfy Surf Stronger tees

People often ask us, "Where can I get a Surf Stronger tee?" From our store of course! Our simple yet handsome tees are made in California by American Apparel (sweatshop free!) and are "50/50". That's 50% cotton, 50% polyester. They are a bit lighter than 100% cotton and wick moisture better than an all cotton tee. Great for working out in, or kicking back in.

Check our store today.


(Women's cut)


(Women's fit)



(Men's tee)

Surf Stronger and TRX Suspension Training

A little over a year ago we were introduced to the TRX Suspension Trainer. Designed by a former Navy Seal, we had an instant respect for TRX. And, after incorporating it into our training, we quickly realized what a great workout tool it is. Read full article.


(Todd works out with TRX on a flat day on a recent trip to Santa Barbara, Ca.)

Merry Christmas from the Surf Stronger Crew

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from the Surf Stronger Crew!

We sincerely hope your Holidays and New Year are filled with good waves, good health, good friends, and good cheer!

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays,

Todd, Scott &
The Surf Stronger Crew