In my first seven years paddling an OC-1, I had no idea how to stop myself from capsizing (“huli” in Hawaiian) aside from leaning left. I had never heard of

QUESTION: Why is it difficult to raise my heart rate while paddling OC1 compared to other sports like running or biking?   ANSWER:  It’s not uncommon to experience this, and several

 I fell off my bike a few months ago and sprained my sterno-clavicular joint (where the collar bone meets the sternum).  It’s not a joint anyone ever thinks about,  and it

Q: At 57 I feel a real difference in my performance stamina. I would like to learn more about efficient and effective weekly OC-1 workouts to keep me in shape

When I started paddling, I jumped right in with loads of enthusiasm. I loved paddling so much that I immediately started making choices in my life that would allow me

Periodically I will be addressing common questions I get asked from my camps, workshops and 1:1 coaching work. Pic: Beata Markin QUESTION: What should I eat before I race? This

Around this time of year I often get asked “how do I get better at paddling OC6?” From new paddlers wanting to progress to paddlers trying to make or stay

Paddling in the ocean requires stability and balance, and one of the most important skills that goes with this is a solid right side brace stroke.  In my camps we learn

I’ve written about this before, but in case you missed it, I used to huli all the time. I mean A LOT. My first Molokai OC-1 solo I hulied 30