--For dummies

Includes index

Table of Contents -- Introduction -- Part 1 - Before You Get Your Feet Wet. -- Chapter 1 - What'SUP? Paddling While Standing up through History -- Chapter 2 - Choosing the Right Board for Your Adventure -- Chapter 3 - Shopping for SUP Gear -- Chapter 4 - Paddle Perfection: Finding a Match to Propel You Forward -- Chapter 5 - Safety Dance: Take a Chance, but Don't Leave the World Behind -- Chapter 6 - Shielding Yourself from the Elements -- Chapter 7 - Preparing for the Big Blue -- Chapter 8 - Before You Jump In -- Part 2 - Get Up, Stand Up -- Chapter 9 - Stand Up Comedy: Your First Balancing Act -- Chapter 10 - Avoiding the Most Common Rookie Mistakes -- Part 3 - Leveling Up: From Wobbly Novice to Zen Waterman -- Chapter 11 - So You're No Longer a Beginner -- Chapter 12 - The Need for Speed: Getting into SUP Racing and Endurance Paddling -- Chapter 13 - Conquering the Waves: SUP Surfing Technique -- Part 4 - The SUP Lifestyle -- Chapter 14 - The Unexpected Health Benefits of SUP -- Chapter 15 - Finding Your Paddle Tribe: Enjoying the Sport Socially -- Chapter 16 - SUP Racing: Going for the (Olympic) Gold -- Chapter 17 - Taking Care of Your Board: Maintenance and Repair -- Chapter 18 - SUPer Adventures: Paddle Adventure Guide -- Part 5 - The Part of Tens -- Chapter 19 - Ten Things to Ask Yourself Before Buying a Stand Up Paddleboard -- Chapter 20 - Ten (Plus One) Tips to Go Faster -- Chapter 21 - Ten Ways to Deal with (or Prevent) Injuries -- Chapter 22 - Ten Ways to Enjoy SUP -- Chapter 23 - School Smarts: Ten Resources for Learning More - Appendix - SUP Lingo For Dummies - Index

Looking for a way to get some exercise out on the water and have a blast while you're at it? Then it's time to try stand up paddleboarding! Stand Up Paddleboarding For Dummies walks you through absolutely everything you need to know to get started with this fun, exciting, and healthy activity. It's packed with illustrations, graphics, and easy-to-understand tips that make it a snap to do everything from choosing your first board to respecting the marine life you'll see while you're in the water. This book will prepare you for your new hobby so you can feel safe, knowledgeable, and comfortable with the ins and outs of this rapidly growing sport. You'll also find: essential safety tips, including how to maintain your balance on the board and helpful stretches you can do before and after your next stand up paddleboarding session; a list of common rookie mistakes--and how to avoid them--so you can get a head start on your new pastime; equipment basics that will help you choose the gear that's right for you on your first try. Stand Up Paddleboarding For Dummies is a great book for people ready to take on a cool and healthy new activity, as well as the perfect gift for that active and fun-loving person in your life who can't get enough of being out on the water