Try to envision this: whispers from the waves, wind making the ocean dance across your skin, and a yogi on a surfboard performing his magic. But yoga & surf are like long lost lovers at heart, to need presence and oneness; your spirit merging with the sea.
Closest to the perfect idea just jump into cold touch of water during the early hours, while sun makes this amazing craziness in the sky. As I catch my own wave during a beautiful morning, stretching into downward dog feels like you are pulling the essence of the universe itself. Beach activities are Jake’ s lifeblood ( entire dashes of them); his enjoyment of this would be like replenishing his soul before he goes to the waves. Forerunner Sarah explains with excited eyes, “Like an energy hit before waves for me.” The ocean necessitates a few sun salutations for what it requires of us.
Balance on a mat looks different from flowing water. Yoga works very well on your insider power and constancy also boost your energy. When your board starts to act like a mischievous shark, you’ll be thankful for those planks. Qualified surfer, Sarah adds: “My tree posture comes to mind when I wobble. This pose is solid, even on water.”
Breathing looks so easy right? Except, when you really master your breath it all changes in surfing. The relaxation of Pranayama, a yogic breathing technique is what will get you through when you’re caught in a set. To put you in that place, paddling full speed for a wave, heart galloping, lungs working hard. Place the exhales first and deep in with consistency. Your movement becomes organic and combines you with the sea.