3 Exercises to Stop Back Pain when Paddling || With Pro Surfer Lakey Peterson

truggling with lower back pain when paddling on your surfboard? This video breaks down 3 simple exercises that can help reduce pain, improve paddling efficiency, and keep you in the water longer. These exercises are demonstrated by professional surfer Lakey Peterson and guided by Thomas Allen, an Australian osteopath who works with some of the best surfers in the world. From years of working with surfers, one of the most common issues I see is overextension through the lower thoracic and lumbar spine while paddling. This can negatively affect spinal posture and lead to unnecessary tightness and pain. In this video, you’ll learn how to: Activate your glutes properly while paddling Control your rib positioning, especially when reaching overhead Reduce excessive load on your lower back Improve overall paddling mechanics and comfort in the water Small adjustments can make a massive difference—not just in pain reduction, but in how efficiently and powerfully you paddle. If you’re serious about improving your surfing performance and staying injury-free, this is a must-watch. ⏱ Chapters 00:00 Introduction 00:15 Paddling & Lower Back Pain Explained 01:47 Exercise 1 03:03 Exercise 2 04:47 Exercise 3 #surfing #surfers #surfingexercises #surfstrength #surfhealth #lowerbackpain #backpainrelief #surftraining #paddlingtechnique #howtosurf #surfingtips #injuryprevention #osteopathy #mobilitytraining #corestrength #glutes #surfperformance