{"id":17995,"date":"2023-05-29T10:30:02","date_gmt":"2023-05-29T15:30:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sail.ca\/blog\/?p=17995"},"modified":"2023-10-11T13:25:22","modified_gmt":"2023-10-11T18:25:22","slug":"sup-yoga-everything-you-need-to-know","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sail.ca\/blog\/sup-yoga-everything-you-need-to-know\/","title":{"rendered":"SUP Yoga: everything you need to know"},"content":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

SUP yoga is a relaxing water sport with many health benefits, and it can be as high-intensity as you want it to be. It is also a complete workout that engages your core muscles. With the right board and equipment, this outdoor activity is bound to become one of your favourite sports. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":9,"featured_media":18000,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[65,173,174,172],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-17995","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-outdoor-activities","category-inflatable-paddleboard","category-hard-paddleboard","category-paddleboarding"],"acf":{"post_flexible_content":[{"acf_fc_layout":"text_content","content_anchor":false,"anchor_link_text":"","text_content":"Are you a fan of yoga and stand-up paddleboarding (SUP) and would like to combine both passions? SUP yoga is a relaxing water sport with many health benefits, and it can be as high-intensity as you want it to be. It is also a complete workout that engages your core muscles. With the right board and equipment<\/strong>, this outdoor activity is bound to become one of your favourite sports.<\/strong> <\/span>"},{"acf_fc_layout":"content_anchors_list","anchors_section_title":"In this article, you will discover everything there is to know about practising SUP yoga on the water: "},{"acf_fc_layout":"text_content","content_anchor":false,"anchor_link_text":"","text_content":"

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Why you should take up SUP yoga<\/h2>\r\nWhether you are a casual yogi or a yoga expert, you may want to explore a new type of yoga practice outside your usual studio. If you\u2019re already a stand-up paddleboarding enthusiast, SUP yoga could be a great way to improve your balance and strengthen your core muscles. Whatever your reason for taking up SUP yoga, this low-impact activity will allow you to enjoy yourself in a fun and relaxed setting."},{"acf_fc_layout":"text_content","content_anchor":true,"anchor_link_text":"A stand-up paddleboard","text_content":"

The essential gear you need for SUP yoga<\/h2>\r\n

A stand-up paddleboard<\/h3>\r\nOf course, a stand-up paddleboard is the most important piece of gear you need to take up SUP yoga. It should be wide enough to provide you with maximum stability on the water while you do your yoga poses. For example, you could opt for an average-length model (10 ft to 11.5 ft\/305 cm to 350 cm) with a width of 34 in. to 36 in. (86 cm to 91 cm).\r\n\r\nIf you\u2019re hesitating between an inflatable<\/a> or a hard paddleboard<\/a>, you should know that while both are suitable for SUP yoga, an inflatable board may be more comfortable and slightly less rigid.\r\n\r\nFurthermore, stand-up paddleboards created specifically for SUP yoga are usually designed with a padded surface on their entire length for added comfort. Also, think of equipping yourself with a special SUP anchor so your board doesn\u2019t drift away with the current during your practice.\r\n\r\nFor further details on how to choose your stand-up paddleboard<\/a>, read our blog article."},{"acf_fc_layout":"text_content","content_anchor":true,"anchor_link_text":"The right clothing","text_content":"

The right clothing<\/h3>\r\nYour SUP yoga clothing can be the same clothing you wear during your usual yoga practice, e.g., soft, stretchy sports apparel. Just make sure your clothes are made with synthetic fabric and not cotton, so they can dry quickly if they get wet.\r\n\r\nAs SUP yoga can obviously only be done outside on the water, it is important to bring clothing that will protect you against the sun\u2019s harmful rays.\r\n\r\nIf you are worried about being cold or wet, you could also wear a light wetsuit."},{"acf_fc_layout":"text_content","content_anchor":true,"anchor_link_text":"A bathing suit","text_content":"

A bathing suit<\/h3>\r\nWhether you lose your balance or jump in on purpose, falling into the water does sometimes happen when practising SUP yoga. For this reason, many prefer to wear a bathing suit underneath their clothes.\r\n\r\nHowever, remember that yoga poses involve movements that can cause your bathing suit to shift. Two-piece models with shorts and a bra could be better suited.\r\n\r\nTo choose the right men\u2019s<\/a> or women\u2019s bathing<\/a> suit this summer, have a look at the latest models in stores."},{"acf_fc_layout":"text_content","content_anchor":true,"anchor_link_text":"Safety equipment","text_content":"

Safety equipment<\/h3>\r\nWhy do SUP yoga enthusiasts never wear personal flotation devices (PFD)? Mostly because SUP yoga sessions often take place on shallow water bodies or in areas where you can stand up in the water. However, if you feel safer wearing a PFD<\/a> during your first sessions, there is nothing stopping you.\r\n\r\nThe rest of your safety equipment can consist of a floating sunglasses strap so you don\u2019t lose your pair in the water, sunscreen for sunny days and a hat or cap to avoid heatstroke (if you plan on doing inversions, choose a hat with a cord).\r\n\r\nTo learn more about the accessories you need for paddleboarding<\/a>, read our article."},{"acf_fc_layout":"text_content","content_anchor":true,"anchor_link_text":"Our top tips to get you started with SUP yoga","text_content":"

Our top tips to get you started with SUP yoga<\/h2>\r\n