How To Paddle Board Out In The OceanPresentation by Patrick Moran

Lauren Gores Ireland

Lifestyle blogger Lauren Gores Ireland took photographers out to Malibu and showed them exactly how to paddle board, from the shore to the waves and back.

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How to Paddle board out in the ocean according to Lauren Gores

Ireland…

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Step 1: Get Out

Wade out until you’re about knee-deep in the water. Hop on the board (placing the paddle over

top), and remain on your knees.

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Once there’s a break in the waves, stand up and begin paddling.

Note: if you’re a beginner, I recommend having someone with experience help you getting out and returning in.

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Step 2: Stand Up

Your feet should be shoulder-width apart, while remaining centered on the board.

Keep your knees slightly bent.

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Place one hand around the top of the paddle, and the other about halfway down.

Use your core muscles for balance, while developing comfort on the board.

Shift your weight by moving your hips.

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You’ll notice this is a full-body workout.

Don’t feel discouraged if you fall a few times!

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Step 3: Calm Your Mind

You have to free yourself from anxiety and allow your body to

adjust to the board.

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Push your mind to not give up on the

challenge.

You’ll feel free, adventurous, and alive.

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Step 4: Stretch & Meditate

A lot of people use paddle boarding as a means of temporarily escaping land to stretch and meditate.

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If the waters are especially calm, you can move around

on the board to benefit both your mind and body.

Experienced boarders will also do yoga while on the water, before returning to

shore.

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