SUP Stroke Technique Tips: Five Phases of Proper Race Stroke Technique

The act of standup paddleboarding is simple enough in theory, but doing it right is actually quite complex. Proper stroke technique is essential even for the strongest paddlers, and makes all the difference when it comes to speed, efficiency and avoiding fatigue. To help maximize your paddle’s potential, let’s break down the five phases of proper SUP stroke technique. 1) Phase One: The REACH, Extending your paddle forward for placement in the water 2) Phase Two: The CATCH, Inserting your paddle into the water 3) Phase Three: POWER, Propelling the standup paddleboard forward past the submerged paddle blade. 4) Phase Four: RELEASE, Exiting the blade from the water 5) Phase Five: RECOVERY, Transitioning between strokes Connect with BLACK PROJECT: ___________________________________________________________ BUY ONLINE - https://blackprojectsup.com INSTAGRAM -   / blackprojec.  . FACEBOOK -   / blackproject.  . ___________________________________________________________