018: RU HILL - Surf Coach and Founder of 'Surf Simply'

Ru Hill is originally from the U.K. where he worked teaching both conventional, entry-level surf lessons and also video coaching with young competitors. Ru’s vision was to create a scientifically informed coaching methodology which bridges the gap between the two extremes of beginner and competitor. In 2007 Ru moved to Nosara in Costa Rica, where he set up Surf Simply out of the back of his car. Ten years on Surf Simply has become a high-end coaching resort which books out a year in advance. As well as running the resort, Ru is now a keen water photographer and co-hosts the Surf Simply podcast with Surf Simply's coaching director, Harry Knight.

Ru is a very experienced surf coach and has a unique way of breaking things down. In this interview, Ru gives out plenty of original advice as well as a new perspective on some classic surf coaching tips. Great tips on; how to overcome fear, how to surf more critically, what 'flow' is, plus loads more, enjoy.

Show Notes:

http://surfsimply.com/

http://surfsimply.com/podcast/

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8bEqBo6HUYBETZZS2AsMlg

017: Dr. JOHN DEMARTINI - Performance and Behavior Specialist

Dr. John Demartini - Performance and Behavior Specialist.
Dedicated to Maximizing Your Potential & Helping You to Love Your Life!

John discusses the differences between good surfers and great surfers - those surfers who are truly on the path to surf mastery. What the greats do differently, how they get into flow states (the zone) more consistently and deeply than most surfers. How your emotions can affect your surfing, how to maximize your presence and awareness in the water. How to overcome performance anxiety and much much more.

If you are serious about mastering surfing then John's educational material is essential for maximizing your potential.

John is also a best-selling author, I recommend every surfer reads 'The Values Factor'

There are so many valuable tips in this interview. Enjoy.

https://drdemartini.com

016: JARRED HANCOX - New Zealand National Champ (35+) 2016

Pic: Daniel Valaperta

Jarred Hancox - Sponsored surfer from Taranaki New Zealand talks about how surf coaching, nutrition, training, and equipment refinement helped him go from a good surfer in his twenties to NZ (35+) National champ in his thirties.

Results: New Zealand National Champion Over 28s in 2010 & 2011; New Zealand National Champion Over 35s in 2016; Taranaki Surfing Champs Winner 2012; 4 x Opunake Classic winner, 8 x New Plymouth Club Champs winner; 3 x Growcott Memorial Winner; plus many other wins in local events and events around New Zealand. As well as scoring the cover shot on NZ Surf Mag.

Jarred's Sponsors:

1-DA Surfboards: http://1-dashapes.com/

http://www.matuse.com/

www.surffcs.com/

http://www.oceanearthstore.com

Show Notes:

http://www.mobilitywod.com

https://vimeo.com/jarredhancox

https://web.facebook.com/jarred.hancox?_rdr

https://www.instagram.com/jrodnz/

NZ Surf movies: http://www.damonmeade.com

Jarred at G Land

015: NAM BALDWIN - Director of Breath Enhancement Training.

Nam educates us on how the way we breathe affects our nervous system and stress response - therefore our performance in the water. We also discuss breathing in relation to big wave surfing and hold-downs.

Show Notes:

http://www.bettraining.com/

Red Bull brain wave study: http://spectrum.ieee.org/tech-talk/biomedical/imaging/neuroscience-gets-radical-how-to-study-surfers-brain-waves

014: CLAYTON NIENABER - Surf Coach, Ex-Pro Surfer, Surfboard Shaper.

Clayton shares his unique perspective on advanced surfing techniques, surfboard function and reading the ocean. He breaks down top-to-bottom performance surfing, surfboard function, how to get waves in a crowded line-up and much more.

Links to listen on all platforms:

Claytons website:

https://train.ombe.co/?via=surfmastery

013: RICHARD BENNETT - Performance Psychologist & Author of 'The Surfer's Mind'

Richard was the former WCT Surf Psychologist and shares some valuable tips and strategies to help you master your own 'surfer's mind'  

Show Notes:

Richard's websites:

http://www.ompsychology.com/

http://www.thesurfersmind.com/

Get your copy of The Surfer's Mind here: http://www.thesurfersmind.com/book/

012: ROB CASE - Surfing Paddling Coach

Rob breaks down efficient paddling technique so you can paddle faster, for longer and keep your shoulders healthy. We talk about yawing, hydrodynamics, hand placement & entry, and much more, enjoy.

Show Notes:

http://www.xswimfit.com/

www.surfingpaddling.com

https://www.youtube.com/user/XSWIMFIT

Here is a side by side paddling analysis viewing World Champion Kelly Slater's paddling technique next to an up and coming talented surfer, Taylor Clark Learn to Surf - Surfing Paddling Technique - How to Catch More Waves with Less Effort: http://www.surfingpaddling.com Learn to surf step number 1: Paddling correctly.

An analysis of the Kelly Slater and Bede Durbidge paddle battle at the Quiksilver Pro Gold Coast - the top three paddling techniques Kelly uses for more Surfing Paddling Technique tips and videos, visit http://www.surfingpaddling.com In the following video, I break down the paddle battle that took place in Round 4 of the Quiksilver Pro Gold Coast between Kelly Slater and Bede Durbidge.

011: CRIS MILLS - Surf Strength Coach

Cris and I talk about surfing, strength training for surfing, surf fitness, surfing injuries and rehab, health, nutrition, & diet. We also discuss how lifestyle choices like EMF exposure, water quality, sleep, blue light exposure & meditation all effect human health - therefore your surfing capacity, longevity & performance.

Show Notes:

Thoracic spine mobility: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=so9kxCJmbcE

Shoulder mobility https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l_eFCw4oYOE

More about Yoga and surfing here: http://surfmastery.com/podcast/2016/5/8/008-peggy-hall-yoga-for-surfers-founder

http://www.yogaforsurferstv.com/

Cris's Surf Training Success: http://www.surftrainingsuccess.com

More on the Paleo diet here: http://surfmastery.com/podcast/2016/4/12/006-pete-evans-chef-health-coach-author

Some thoughts on water and water filters: https://www.jackkruse.com/setting-up-your-water-system/

Learn more about EMF (electro magnetic frequencies) and health here:  http://www.emfandhealth.com

 ...and here: https://www.jackkruse.com/emf-5-what-are-the-biologic-effects-of-emf/

Paul Chek's '4 Dr's' vid: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eh4qRD6nu1k

More on meditation here: http://surfmastery.com/podcast/2016/3/7/003-matt-griggs-elite-performance-coach

Blue light and sleep: https://chriskresser.com/how-artificial-light-is-wrecking-your-sleep-and-what-to-do-about-it/

f.lux: https://justgetflux.com/

Cris's Website: Surf Strength Coach: http://surfstrengthcoach.com/