So I'm home now, but my surfing adventure is really only just beginning. I must stay fit to continue my surfing practice. Although I'm still very sore and bruised, I'm continuing most of my pre-surfing activities. Today, I had my first post-surfing yoga class. Amy, my wonderful instructor, asked us to tell her about any aches or pains we had. I spoke up and explained that I was sore from the top of my head to the bottom of my feet. Many of my bruises are exposed so several in the class could express their concern. Amy took me through the session gently, offering me options for many of the moves. I realize that I have to keep moving to work out the kinks from last week. I also have to stay in shape, which includes not only yoga, but spin class, weights and swimming. I've decided to take this week off from swimming, but I plan to get restarted next Monday.
I've been scouting out Galveston surfing information since my Chica Brava crew isn't here to help me become a better surfer. I've not decided on anything yet, but hope to do so during the next few weeks.
"One of the greatest things about the sport of surfing is that you need only three things: your body, a surf-board, and a wave."
NAIMA GREEN, Surfing: Rules, Tips, Strategy, and Safety
I might have agreed with this a couple of weeks ago, but I know better now. It also takes a lot of strength and willpower.
