The Mindful Surfer

Is Surfing the BEST exercise there is?

In this weeks show, we pose the question “is surfing the best form of exercise you can do?”. 
That injection of high intense spurts of movement followed by rest feels pretty darn good for the body (and mind) but there are pitfalls we can fall into which we cover in detail. 
We also talk dive deep into high performance grovellers vs high performance mid lengths for 80% of the surf we get, the virtues of both and how to dial that in to get more performance and joy. 
Stay stoked guys! 
Will & Liam
 

Pub Surfer & Board Buying

What is the pub surfer? 
It’s he / she who tells a good story. Why? Because it’s fun and it’s probably ego. But that’s ok because we’re all human! We delve into the banterful side of how inflated we make our “barrel stories” and then go onto dive deep into our own barrel stories and how they point to “have we had the hours of practice??!!” 
We go onto discuss board buying - with all the nuances of finance, values & taking a chance mixed into it.
In mind , body Stoke , Will shares recent challenges with his joint health and the subsequent changes to his mindset & diet to aid the healing process. 
Liam is also on the prone paddling at the moment - he shares his motivations for it with the want and desire to prolong “ surf longevity” as we age. 
Stay stoked guys!!
Will & Liam 

It’s been awesome - thank you!

On our 100th show - we have a free giveaway to announce! And a chance to say thank you to you!! 
Liam goes on to talk about recent surfboard purchase jinx - bought a new board then didn’t get to surf it for longer than he’d like!
We go on to discuss the importance of building a quiver over time and why patience is so important in that process. 
Will goes on to talk about how vital awareness is in building a better surf life - one that rides the challenges of not surfing as often as you’d like with calmness and positivity. 
Stay stoked guys! 
Will & Liam

Foamies, Friends & Fasting

This week, we talk about a recent surf trip with the lads where we had a foam party switching up everyone's shapes for some fun and discovery about which boards to try next. 
We also uncover Will's recent extended fasting experience and how powerful it was for lowering inflammation and improving surf performance. 
Liam also has very cool news to share - a famous surfer is a fan of his style!! Find out who by tuning in! 
Stay stoked guys and enjoy the show! 
Will & Liam 
 

Wave Pools & Wacky Diets

This week, we record the show by a river for extra high vibes and good times! 
We start off by talking about recent board purchases!
Then, we delve deep into our recent Bristol wave pool visit - what we enjoyed and did well and what we didn't enjoy or do very well...loads of good nuggets to share! 
In mind, body stoke, we dove into the impact Will's recent diet changes have had on his inflammation levels and overall mindset for both on land (and in the ocean). 
Liam then goes onto share how he's hacked his recent reset on fitness and diet and how much its helped his mood, surf performance and outlook on the future. 
Stay stoked guys! 
Liam & Will 

More surf joy, more of the time

This week, we dive into the nuances of how to enjoy your surfing more - in taking care of your body, who you go surfing with, how you manage your thoughts and how to remain inspired by other surfers who you'd love to surf like one day. 
We also talk about recent surfs and the injuries that've been picked up from them! 
We also cover the question "what is the ideal amount of time in the ocean to get the most joy & performance?" and cover all the nuances that come with this Q! 
Stay stoked guys! 
Will & Liam 

Surf Trips and Local waves

Will has been on a trip to the Canaries and is back to share stories of surf adventures in warmer waves.  We chat localism, sabotage of your own fitness gains, low carb energy lulls and junky surfs all in the lumpy shorebreak that is Episode 96 of the Mindful Surfer Show. Thanks to everyone in every corner of the surfing universe and beyond for tuning in and joining us for the ride. xx 

Dialling up the ’Stoke-O-Meter’ to 11

Welcome back gang. In this episode we talk recent surfs, booze, caffeine, chasing dopamine,  surf media, unrecorded episodes, revving up the ‘Stoke-o-meter' challenging conditions, micro waves, new boards, fins and anticipation.
We look at what we value as surfers from boards and waves to lifestyle. There’s sleep, supplements, Chris Hemsworth and more, all in the shorebreak wedge that is episode 95 of the Mindful Surfer Podcast.  
Thanks as always for tuning in and joining us on this ride.  Big Love Liam and Will. x

Creating a happier surf mindset

This week, we dive into what makes us happier in the ocean - in;
- the attitude we take in the water
- how we deal (mentally) with our surfing fears 
- the boards we ride 
- who we choose to go surfing with 
and...
- how well we take care of our mind & body on land
Enjoy the show guys! 
Stay stoked! 
Will & Liam 

Why ego holds us back (and what to do about it)

This week, we dive deep into why the ego is what holds us back from surf progression...we then talk about what we can do about it! 
In true "mindful surfer" vibes, we discuss how to use awareness of your breath and your thoughts to allow the negativity to pass - falling off your board, not being able to get in the water, crowds, fears etc etc! 
As Liam said "every person who's not on the dance floor watching people who're on it want to be that person who's on the floor...be the person on the floor - facing fear and doing it anyway" 
Stay stoked guys! 
Will & Liam