Before kayaking became a
sport, it used to simply be a functional way of crossing bodies of
water conveniently. Nowadays, it’s better recognized as a popular
watersports, especially for people who want a rush of adrenaline as
they ride the wild white waters.
Newbies who want to excel in
this sport cannot simply buy the best kayaks and paddle randomly.
Efficiency and methodology is important for people who want to
improve their kayaking skills, and here are some pointers that can
help.
Basic Maneuvering
Practice
Like any other sport,
practicing basic movement while in the water will help kayaking
newbies get the hang of it. Familiarising the body with the basic
mechanics of paddling will help the paddler discover new ways to
increase speed in the water.
Embrace the Fear
Kayaking can be scary mostly
because of the intimidating strength and appearance of the rapids. It
is important for kayakers who want to get better to constantly face
the running water and learn how to get used to them, and paddle
through them quickly and safely.
Paddle a Different Kayak
Kayakers usually have their
favorite boats, and it would seem like a bad idea to paddle an
unfamiliar one. However, paddling a new boat forces a kayaker to
review his basic strokes and find a way to make the new boat as fast
as his old one.
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