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5 Essential Surfing Workouts

Thu, 17 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Prepare to paddle out with these professional surfing workouts.

Choosing the Right Surfboard

Equipment can have a big impact on how you learn to ride. Here's what you should know when choosing a surfboard that's right for your skill level.

A Surfer's Bill of Rights -- and Lefts

Whether you're just starting out or logging your 40th year, etiquette is an important part of surfing. Here's what you need to know about how to behave in the lineup.

Snowboard Boots: Your Ticket to Ride

Thu, 30 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Are you already checking the snow reports at your favorite resorts? One of the best ways to get ready for the season is to make sure you have the right boot fit.

4 Great Ways to Work Your Core

Tue, 24 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Strong abs help with everything from having good posture to improving your surfing skills. Start with these exercises.

Beginner's Guide to Surfing

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Surfing may be the most fun you've ever had, but don't expect it to be easy. Check out these tips before you hit the surf.

Catch the Wave

Learn good habits from the start with these tips for beginning surfers.

Surfing How-To: Paddle Out

Before you can stand up, you have to paddle out. Follow these tips, and you'll be surfing in no time.

No Excuses: Wetsuits Keep You in the Water Year-Round

With recent technological advancements in wetsuits, you can't use the "it's too cold" excuse to stay out of the surf.

How to Ollie Over a Gap

Thu, 02 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Skateboarder Louisa Menke rolls through 15 steps to an ollie. First on flat ground, then over a gap.

How to Boardslide

Thu, 13 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Throw another trick in your bag with these five steps to a boardslide.

How-to: Do a Kickflip

When you're bored with doing ollies all day, try to kick things up with a kickflip. One of the basic tricks of street skateboarding, the kickflip looks cool and can be done on any flat surface.

How to Heelflip

Learn how to add a heelflip to your ollie with this step-by-step guide.

Introduction to Motocross

Thu, 29 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Want to ride motorcycles professionally? Start with these tips on gearing up and staying safe.

So You Wanna Ride Motocross

Tue, 22 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT

From gearing up to going pro, here are five tips from freestyle motocross riders Mike Mason, Nate Adams and Adam Jones.

Want to Get Sponsored or Turn Pro?

Get the scoop on going pro and getting sponsored from the directors of Woodward West Camps.

Mike Mason Just Wants to Ride His Bike

Thu, 03 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT

All Mike Mason ever wanted to do was ride motorcycles. Find out what it was like growing up in the sport of motocross, how he made the transition from racing to freestyle and what advice he has for kids that want to go pro.

BMX Star Tells How to Train

Mon, 16 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT

From proper nutrition to just getting time on the bike, Arielle Martin talks about key components of BMX training.

Increase Your Power With the Vertical Jump

Tue, 26 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT

The vertical jump can help athletes in any sport. Try this exercise to help build explosive power in your training.