1. What is SUP? History of the formation of this subject
SUP (Stand-up Paddleboarding), is a water sport that is increasingly popular around the world and in Vietnam. SUP can be considered a branch of paddleboarding. This sport also uses a long, narrow paddle board and a paddle to move across the water.Players will stand on the board and use the paddle to push themselves forward. That's why it's called Stand-up Paddleboarding.
History begin:
According to Wiki, "SUP rowing originated in Hawaii, the act of propelling oneself on a floating platform with the help of paddles has been around for thousands of years and on many continents in the form of rafts and boats, but its current form and The popularity of stand-up paddleboarding originated in Hawaii in the 1900s. Records of previous forms of SUP have been found as early as 3,000 BC, and its iterations span many regions. as different as Peru, the Levant, Italy and China."
Today, when SUP has become popular around the world, a number of other variations of SUP are also forming and developing. Among them are: Surfing, Yoga, fishing,...
2. SUP equipment
Paddle board: The most popular paddle board today is the inflatable type. Depending on the purpose of use, the paddleboard will have different shapes to suit that purpose. Size usually ranges from 300-370cm. The structure of these paddle boards is made from thousands of polyester fibers securely woven together. The outside is covered with a thick layer of PVC or TPU, making the stand more stable.
Paddles: Paddles are made from plastic, aluminum, fiberglass, carbon fiber, and wood. Size is about 20-38cm.
Safety lanyard: This lanyard is usually made from flexible plastic/rubber. One end attaches to the SUP's tail, the other end is used to tie it to the leg. This rope helps prevent the SUP from drifting in case you fall into the water.
3. Benefits of SUP
SUP is a sport that coordinates many parts of the body. Some benefits include:
Improves health: SUP rowing is a full-body exercise that helps increase strength, flexibility and balance. Standing firmly on a paddle board trains us to have strong muscles and bones and joints.
Reduce stress: Immersing yourself in nature and focusing on rowing can help you put aside all your daily worries.
Improves mood: SUP helps release Endorphins - hormones that create feelings of happiness.
Enjoy nature: SUP paddling is a great way to explore nature and see beautiful scenery. Try rowing a little farther from shore, you will feel the majesty of the water and nature. Especially at Nomia Garden Retreats, where you can fully enjoy the sunset over the horizon.
Connect with people: Invite friends and family to SUP. This can be a fun activity to bond with friends and family.
4. Some principles when SUP paddling
Safety: Certainly, the first rule when SUP paddling is safety. Because it is a water sport, it is inevitable that you will fall into the water. For some people who don't know how to swim, this is extremely dangerous. Even if you know how to swim, you will not know what dangers are in the water, such as large fish, strong currents, rapids, etc. So, always wear a life jacket.
Technique: Another rule is that you should clearly understand the techniques of standing, kneeling,... and rowing techniques. If you don't master these techniques, you may struggle to row in the right direction. Please follow the instructions of the rescue team or experienced people.
Rowing with friends: Invite your friends to row together. In any case, paddling with a friend will keep you safer and happier.
Above, Nomia Garden Retreats introduced more about what SUP is and some principles when paddling SUP. If you have free time, invite your friends to experience this sport together. At Nomia Garden Retreats, we have SUPs available for you to experience. Come now!!!
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