Basis Surf Podcast

2-4X your wavecount with the Basis Paddle Trainer and accelerate your progression and fun. Shipping globally. www.surfbasis.com Get free resources to upgrade your paddle power https://linktr.ee/gosurfbasis Join hundreds of other surfers who have dramatically boosted their wave count and progression.  For many surfers, paddle power is their biggest limiting constraint, so paddle training is the highest returning investment you can make in your surfing. Alister Cran (@surf_rehab) is a surf rehab specialist who helps professional and everyday surfers overcome surfing related injuries. He talks about the most common injuries he sees, particularly knee, neck, back and hip injuries, and mentions some simple but effective ways to prevent them. Throughout our chat, Alister continues to emphasize the importance of strength training, mobility, and mental health in injury recovery and performance enhancement. We also touch on the significance of deliberate practice in improving surf and paddle technique, the impact of surf-specific training equipment, and finally close off with Alister’s upcoming surf physiotherapy and wellness retreats. Sign up for our free surfboard guide for sizing down volume, video library and newsletter Chapters 02:08 Intro: Basis Surf x Surf Rehab 02:44 How Alister Became a Surf Physio 03:51 Nitro Circus, X Games & Rock Tours 06:13 Moving to Bali & Treating Pros 07:24 The Top 4 Surf Injuries 09:23 Acute vs Overuse Injuries 11:11 Best Knee Prehab: Heavy Lifting 14:51 Strength vs Mobility for Surfers 17:50 When Mobility Fails: Hip Structure Issues 22:08 Your Body as a System  26:19 Neck Wipeouts, Disc Bulges & Rehab 31:54 Simple Neck Training for Desk Surfers 34:27 Leg Strength, Paddle Trainer & Performance Gains Subscribe for more interviews with pro surfers, coaches, shapers, and everyday surfers like Tom Carroll, Zeke Lau, Victor Bernardo, Matt Parker of Album Surf, Matt Meola, Ryan Lovelace, Eric Arakawa, Noel Salas of Surf n Show, Parker Coffin, Dane Gudauskas, Kassia Meador, Clayton of Ombe Surf, Dylan Lightfoot, Derek Dunfee, Magnum Martinez, and more! Join our community of over 100k followers across IG, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube: Basis Instagram Basis TikTok Basis Facebook

2-4X your wavecount with the Basis Paddle Trainer and accelerate your progression and fun. Shipping globally. https://www.surfbasis.com/ Get free resources to upgrade your paddle power https://linktr.ee/gosurfbasis Join hundreds of other surfers who have dramatically boosted their wave count and progression.  For many surfers, paddle power is their biggest limiting constraint, so paddle training is the highest returning investment you can make in your surfing. Pierre Maré grew up surfing in South Africa but is now landlocked living in London. He only surfs only once a month yet still he managed to quadruple his wave count at the wave pool in just three months after incorporating the Basis Paddle Trainer into his training sessions. In this episode, he shares how paddle fitness transformed his wave count, how fixing his paddling fixed his pop up, and why even short, focused sessions made a big difference in his surfing. We also talk about the limits of self-teaching, the impact of structured coaching, and how consistency can lead to substantial progress.  Sign up for our free surfboard guide for sizing down volume, video library and newsletter Chapters 00:32 Black Friday Deal and Podcast Intro 01:42 Meet Pierre Mare 01:53 Pierre's Surfing Background 03:07 Surf Access While Living in London 04:09 Pierre’s Training Results 05:23 Rehab Journey and Paddle Training Start 06:26 Wave Pool Progress and Stats 08:43 The Real Paddle Challenge in Wave Pools 10:17 Improving Wave Conversion Rates 11:27 Paddle Fatigue Affects the Pop-Up 13:50 Technique and Recovery Stroke Training 15:44 First Time Using the Paddle Trainer 16:34 Current Paddle Training Routine 19:02 Boost in Confidence and Trip Preparation 22:56 Experience With Courses and Community Subscribe for more interviews with pro surfers, coaches, shapers, and everyday surfers like Tom Carroll, Zeke Lau, Victor Bernardo, Matt Parker of Album Surf, Matt Meola, Ryan Lovelace, Eric Arakawa, Noel Salas of Surf n Show, Parker Coffin, Dane Gudauskas, Kassia Meador, Clayton of Ombe Surf, Dylan Lightfoot, Derek Dunfee, Magnum Martinez, and more! Join our community of over 100k followers across IG, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube: Basis Instagram Basis TikTok Basis Facebook

2-4X your wavecount with the Basis Paddle Trainer and accelerate your progression and fun. Shipping globally. https://surfbasis.com/ Get free resources to upgrade your paddle power https://linktr.ee/gosurfbasis Join hundreds of other surfers who have dramatically boosted their wave count and progression.  For many surfers, paddle power is their biggest limiting constraint, so paddle training is the highest returning investment you can make in your surfing. This week, pro surfer Zeke Lau breaks down how his paddle training has completely transformed his surfing. From improving positioning and catching waves to boosting confidence, Zeke explains why paddle fitness is the foundation of success for surfers of all levels. Watch the full episode to learn how you can improve your paddling and take your surfing to the next level. Sign up for our free surfboard guide for sizing down, video library, and newsletter 00:00 Paddling Is the Foundation 00:17 Why Pros Still Train Paddling 00:33 Learning the Importance Late 01:35 Tour Experience Changed Everything 02:44 Cramping and Fatigue During Events 03:26 Starting Paddleboard Training 03:34 Balancing Surf and Paddle Hours 04:02 Mental Side of Paddling 04:17 Learning to Read Open Ocean 05:05 From Hating to Loving It 05:41 The Psychological Edge 06:25 Paddling for Bigger Surf 07:41 Winter Surf Wake-Up Call 08:15 Boxing Comparison for Paddling Subscribe for more interviews with pro surfers, coaches, shapers, and everyday surfers like Zeke Lau, Victor Bernardo, Matt Parker of Album Surf, Matt Meola, Ryan Lovelace, Eric Arakawa, Noel Salas of Surf n Show, Parker Coffin, Dane Gudauskas, Kassia Meador, Clayton of Ombe Surf, Dylan Lightfoot, Derek Dunfee, Magnum Martinez, and more! Join our community of over 88k followers across IG, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube: Basis Instagram Basis TikTok Basis Facebook

2-4X your wavecount with the Basis Paddle Trainer and accelerate your progression and fun. Shipping globally. https://surfbasis.com/ Get free resources to upgrade your paddle power https://linktr.ee/gosurfbasis Join hundreds of other surfers who have dramatically boosted their wave count and progression. For many surfers, paddle power is their biggest limiting constraint, so paddle training is the highest returning investment you can make in your surfing. Brazilian big wave surfer Raquel Heckert shares her inspiring journey from surfing in Brazil to competing in Hawaii's XL waves like Jaws, Waimea, and Pipeline. She discusses her transition to big wave surfing and how to manage fear in heavy waves and hold-downs using positivity, faith, and dedication. Raquel also offers tips for chasing tubes, navigating competitive lineups, and the significance of paddle endurance in big wave surfing.  Sign up for our free surfboard guide for sizing down volume, video library and newsletter Chapters 00:00 Raquel Heckert: A Journey from Brazil to Big Waves 02:44 Overcoming Challenges in Surfing 05:51 The Evolution of a Big Wave Surfer 08:38 Surfing Puerto Escondido: A New Challenge 11:41 Navigating Fear in Heavy Waves 14:50 The Mental Game of Big Wave Surfing 22:11 The Mental Game of Surfing 24:27 Navigating Crowded Lineups as a Woman 28:22 The Importance of Paddling in Big Wave Surfing 30:17 Transitioning from Brazil to Hawaii 34:32 Goals and Aspirations in Surfing 36:04 Technique Breakthroughs and Learning 40:51 Reflections on Dedication and Balance 43:18 Intentions Behind Surfing Subscribe for more interviews with pro surfers, coaches, shapers, and everyday surfers like Tom Carroll, Zeke Lau, Victor Bernardo, Matt Parker of Album Surf, Matt Meola, Ryan Lovelace, Eric Arakawa, Noel Salas of Surf n Show, Parker Coffin, Dane Gudauskas, Kassia Meador, Clayton of Ombe Surf, Dylan Lightfoot, Derek Dunfee, Magnum Martinez, and more! Join our community of over 100k followers across IG, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube: Basis Instagram Basis TikTok Basis Facebook

Train your paddling anywhere, anytime so you can catch more waves and have more fun with the Basis Paddle Trainer. Shipping globally now at https://www.surfbasis.com/  In this episode, we have two-time world surfing champion Tom Carroll sharing insights on surf technique, wave reading, and building a relationship with the ocean. He talks about the value in surfing different conditions, good and bad, the delicate balance between intuition and analytical thinking, and the benefits of staying physically fit and having proper equipment for maintaining performance, especially as you get older. He also offers advice for younger surfers and shares details on his upcoming retreats focused on breathwork for surfers. Sign up for our free surfboard guide for sizing down volume, video library and newsletter Chapters 00:00 Introduction: The Ocean as a Teacher 00:51 Paddle Power and the Basis Trainer 01:52 Framing the Conversation: Surfing, Technique and Longevity 02:40 Building Wave Knowledge Over a Lifetime 05:27 Fear in Surfing and Early Experiences 07:58 Surf Everything: Learning in All Conditions 10:35 Equipment Evolution and Staying Curious 14:24 Wave Reading: Intuition vs Analysis 18:47 Developing a Mental Map of Waves 23:19 Observing and Learning from Other Surfers 25:03 Drills: Finding the Perfect Line 29:55 The Roundhouse Cutback Drill 32:25 Favorite Boards for Crappy Waves 37:22 Training for Longevity and Recovery 42:21 Final Reflections and Upcoming Retreats Subscribe for more interviews with pro surfers, coaches, shapers, and everyday surfers like Tom Carroll, Zeke Lau, Victor Bernardo, Matt Parker of Album Surf, Matt Meola, Ryan Lovelace, Eric Arakawa, Noel Salas of Surf n Show, Parker Coffin, Dane Gudauskas, Kassia Meador, Clayton of Ombe Surf, Dylan Lightfoot, Derek Dunfee, Magnum Martinez, and more! Join our community of over 100k followers across IG, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube: Basis Instagram Basis TikTok Basis Facebook