Why Your Cutbacks Feel Sluggish (And How to Fix It)

In this video breakdown, we dive into Madi’s technique to fix her cutback by unlocking the #1 ingredient to any successful turn: SPEED. We look at how to properly channel momentum from high lines, analyze her wave pool sessions, and compare her approach to pro surfer Josie Prendergast to show you exactly how weight distribution impacts your board's propulsion. 📺 WATCH MORE VIDEO BREAKDOWNS: Check out our full playlist of surf technique breakdowns to keep improving your skills from home:    • Video Breakdowns   If you found this helpful, make sure to drop a comment below with what you're currently working on in your surfing, hit that subscribe button, and keep shredding! 0:00 - Intro: Madi’s Sluggish Cutback Problem 0:58 - The Golden Rule of Surfing Turns: Speed 2:21 - Wave Pool Training: Where to Practice the Cutback 3:27 - Pro Style Analysis: Josie Prendergast’s Technique 4:16 - How to Set Up a Shallow Bottom Turn 5:21 - The Common Mistake Killing Your Momentum 7:00 - Fix Your Foot Placement & Weight Distribution 8:44 - Summary: Maintaining your Speed