Stand up Paddle boarding or 'SUP' for short is one of the fastest growing waters sports in the world.
Studies have shown that those of us who live close to water are happier than those who don’t; therefore it stands to reason that regular stand-up paddle boarding sessions could boost your mood. Because it requires concentration to stay upright, SUP is an activity that whisks your mind away from dwelling on any stresses or strains and into the present moment. Slowing down to the pace of nature allows our minds to slow down too; the thoughts and worries gently convert to mindful acknowledgements of the beauty in nature all around us, and these are the things that are important.
It’s easier than you think. If you’re someone who finds it hard to balance, fear not: while a good sense of balance makes learning SUP easier, you can take your time over building up to a standing position. You can start on your knees until you get the feel of the board and how to steer it.
It’s an excellent workout. Whole body workouts don’t get much better than SUP, which targets a number of the body’s main muscle groups.
It’s accessible. You’re never too far from a suitable body of water in Britain. Water Strider inflatable SUP will make it easy to take it anywhere and enjoy your peaceful time and beautiful nature on the water.
