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In this episode we have @Isaacstant, a competitive pro surfer based in Maui who competes on the challenger series and was part of the crew that started paddling Jaws. Isaac shares his insights about how riding a step-up can improve your surfing, how surfing small waves is how you level up, improving your power surfing, breaking through plateaus, the nuances of weight distribution and generating speed, and the importance of paddling.  We will dive deep into Isaac’s approach to technique and all that he has in his head. 

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Chapters:

02:19 Benefits of Riding a Step Up in Small Waves

06:11 Using Rail Properly and Developing a Strong Base

07:33 Common Issues for Intermediate Surfers

09:30 Importance of Critiquing and Watching Yourself Surf

13:20 Positioning and Weight Distribution on a Step Up

15:48 Getting into Surfing and Competitive Surfing

19:32 Overcoming Self-Doubt and Believing in Your Capabilities

25:36 The Drive to Improve and Avoiding Distractions

27:59 Surfing with a Purpose and Working on Cutbacks

39:39 Tips for Becoming a Better Power Surfer

46:29 Struggles and Breakthroughs in Developing Roundhouses and Carves

47:54 Discovering the Importance of Riding Bigger Boards

51:40 Improving Technique and Applying Pressure on the Rail

53:46 The Role of Diet, Nutrition, and Mindfulness in Surfing

55:14 The Benefits of Surfing Small Waves for Progression

56:43 The Combination of Technique and Mental Approach in Surfing

58:08 Developing Mental Toughness and Overcoming Self-Doubt

59:38 The Challenges of Competing and Maintaining Performance

01:06:59 The Importance of Paddling and Surf Fitness

01:13:25 Future Topics: Running a Surf School and Beginner Surfing Advice

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