Limber Up for Surfing Workout Programme
In this week’s programme we look at ways to limber up for surfing with increased flexibility and mobility.
Natural Balance & Agility for Surfers
Incorporating flexibility and mobility workouts into your training regime can help improve your surfing, by reducing the risk of injury, improving your pop ups and paddling mobility. Here Emilia takes us through a low impact workout to get you limbered for surfing.
Flexibility for Surfers Yoga Flow
Join Yaiza in an effective Flexibility for Surfers yoga flow. This low impact workout will give your body a good stretch which will enhance the range of motion in your joints, making it easier for you to move dynamically when you’re surfing.
Caity Simmers Rings the Bell
Caitlin Simmers wins 2024 Rip Curl Pro Bells Beach.
Major Upsets on Day 2 of Bells Beach
Another massive day of action at Bells
Boardmasters Drops 3rd Wave for 2024
Boardmasters announces 40+ acts to join the line up at Watergate and it’s looking good!
Solace Surf Club for Refugee Girls
Sally McGee is launching a surf club for refugee girls and needs your help.
Swim to Surf with Roxy Pro Surf
ROXY introduces Pro Surf, an unstoppable line of swim and wetsuits designed to have your back through waves big and small.
The Importance of Protein for Surfers
How protein helps to power your performance and why we need it.
Kin – Ocean, Love and Connection
Kin is about the world we’ve inherited, the choices we can make, and what it looks like when we get things right.
Mindful Momentum: Energising Workout Programme
Make it a priority to slow down amidst the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Be present during your workouts and connect with the energy flowing within you.
Steph Gilmore Moves to Rip Curl
Rip Curl has announced a groundbreaking signing with eight-time world surfing champion Stephanie Gilmore.
Get Up And Surf Before Coffee
Dominique Klimek says get up, get out and save the coffee for later.
Johanne Defay Wins Rip Curl Pro
French surfer Johanne Defay beat Tyler Wright to win the Rip Curl Pro Portugal.
Breathwork For Anxiety and Surfing
Lucy Foster Perkins takes us through the benefits of breathwork.
Going Solo in Mexico
Evie Johnstone found the magic she was looking for on a solo surf trip to Mexico.
Laura Crane: Nazare My Journey
Take a look at Laura Crane’s journey as she surfs Europe’s big wave spot this winter.
MEO Rip Curl Pro Portugal
MEO Rip Curl Pro Portugal called back on, finals on standby…
Speedy Upper & Lower Body Programme
In this surf fitness roundup we prioritise Upper and Lower Body Workouts aimed at fortifying your strength for surfing. We’ve programmed six workouts, each 10 minutes long.
Lower Body for Surfers
Give this simple but effective 10 minute workout a go. Here Emilia is focussing on the lower body which is the power house of strength for good surfing meaning you’ll more control on the waves for turns and manoeuvres.
Speedy Arms Workout
Try this quick and challenging upper body workout with Tee.
Sri Lanka: A Surfer’s Dream
Surf, sunsets, good food, friendships and community at Kabalana’s Surf Lodge.
6 Must Visit Cornish Beach Saunas
Beach saunas in Cornwall, offer an new and enticing post-surf experience.
The Over 55’s Surf Club
Taking Off: Tales of older female surfers from the Gold Coast.
Dynamic Workout Programme for Surfers
Dynamic workouts are essential when you surf. Here’s this weeks programme.
Sally Fitz Wins ISA World Surfing Games
Fourth World Surfing Games gold medal for Sally Fitzgibbons sees her in a league of her own.
Scrummy Vegan Brownies
When you can't resist something chocolatey and a little bit naughty, try these dairy free, squidgy brownies, they’re easy to make and totally yummy.45 mins I Makes 12 120g self raising flour 100g granulated sugar 100g light brown sugar 60g cocoa powder 1 tsp baking...
Mobility For Surfers
Join Tee in this mobility sequence, which will limber up your body and help you to feel more free next time you’re surfing.
8 Reasons to Improve your Mobility for Surfing
We hear a lot about 'mobility' but what does it actually mean and how will it help our surfing? Mobility is the ability to move freely and easily - it's about being able to move your body with control through a range of motions, without being restricted. It's having...
What To Eat When You’re Surfing
What to eat before a surf so you get maximum time in the water.
2024 SurfGirl Photography Competition
The Surfing Life Photo Competition is open to all female photographers.
It’s Time for A Spring Reset
March is here, so here’s our positivity tips to reset for spring now winter’s over.
Hurley Pro Sunset Beach Winners
Big Rankings shake ups, next generation continue charge at Hurley Pro Sunset Beach.
Win a Surf Trip to Portugal!
Be in the chance to win a surf trip to Portugal
Hurley Pro Sunset Beach
The Catch Up Day 3 – Next gen continue searing performances at Hurley Pro Sunset Beach
Detox From Comfort Food
Here’s some tips on how to swop winter comfort food for healthier options.
Boardmasters Surf Open 2024
The iconic surfing and music festival Boardmasters Surf Open returns from August 7-11, 2024 in Cornwall.
Top 5: Surf Island Escapes
Your surf travel guide to the most picturesque wave havens scattered on islands across the globe.
Full Body Surf Ready Mobility
Try this full body surf mobility session workout with Emilia. Mobility workouts are essential for surfers as they help to prevent injury, improve balance and stability, increase arm and shoulder mobility for paddling and enhance overall manoeuvrability when you’re surfing.
Morning Energy Yoga Flow
Get energised and fired up for the day with Issey’s Morning Energy Yoga Flow.
Head to Toe Surf Fitness 2
Part 2: Head to To Surf Fitness Series, here Tehilliah McGuinness focusses on all the areas to reach your best surf potential.
760 – Caity Simmers’ New Vid
A love letter to home, with Caity Simmers and friends.
Born To Move – Hannah Dines
A profile of Hannah Dines and snapshot into her sport, community and the world of Para Surfing, inspirational stuff.
Next Generation Conquer Pipeline
The women pushed boundaries at Pipeline with fearless, heavy surfing during the Pipe Pro.
American Style Buckwheat Pancakes
20 Minutes Makes 8-10 pancakes
Stamina Boost Full Body Workout
Challenge yourself to as may rounds of Amber’s high energy workout as you can. Keep score and then try to beat yourself every week!
Confidence & Positivity Workout
A positive workout that gets you moving with confidence exactly where you are.
Feel Good Workout Roundup
Our top 3 workouts on SurfGirl Premium to boost those endorphins and feel good.
Lexus Pipe Pro Kicks off the 2024 Season
Here we go, the next generation finds success in opening round of Lexus Pipe Pro.
How Are Your New Year’s Resolutions Working Out?
By February, most New Year’s resolutions will be forgotten because they don’t work, so try this instead.
Tahlija Redgard in Yowalla
A glimpse into the life of Tahlija Redgard, fishing, surfing and exploring.
Queen of the Point Longboard Comp
An all women’s surf event in La Union, Philippines crowded champions at the weekend.
Sunset Shake Out Yoga
A calm transition into the evening, guiding the entire body and breath slowly through sun salutations. This moving meditation serves as an ideal preparation for a peaceful night’s rest.
Sam Fender Third Boardmasters Headliner
Joining Stormzy and Chase & Status for the biggest party of the year on the Cornish coast eagled-eyed fans spotted sam’s most famous lyrics projected on the cliffs of Newquay!
How to: Dropping In, Turning and Bottom Turning
Allannah gives us tips on an essential move for surfers, how to angle your board when dropping in, turning and bottom turning.
Wild & Free Adventures
Worldwide Retreats & Adventures – Embark on adventures that nourish your soul and invigorate your spirit!
Foods You Need for Winter Surfs
During winter you need more nutrient-dense foods to increase your energy levels.
Surf Strong Confidence Workout
Tee is going to work you hard to get you feeling surf strong and confident in the water with a 25 minute full body, head to toe, strength, endurance and mobility workout. Let’s go team!
Rebalance: Breathwork
Gentle balancing breathwork to do lying on your spine or seated, take 10 minutes to reset. Improve oxygen levels and support the nervous system.
Wave Dancers Movie Night
We’re finishing off our series of Movie Night selections with a feast of mesmerising wave dancers.
Steph Gilmore’s 12-Month Hiatus
Eight times WSL world champion Steph Gilmore has announced she is taking a year off tour.
Upper Body Blitz for Surfers
Tee takes us through a 10 minute upper body workout, to help get your arms strong for when you’re paddling out the back and into waves.
Gabeira Crowned at Nazaré
Brazil’s Maya Gabeira (BRA) successfully defended her title at Nazaré.
Surf With Confidence and Not Anxiety
Overwhelming anxiety can hold your surfing back, especially if you’ve taken a break. Here’s how to get over it.
Sweat Session
We’re really turning the heat up with this energetic session with Heather. Be prepared to work hard and sweat – a lot!
Lift your Spirits Stretch
A slow flow yoga stretch for all levels. Focused on movement around the hips to either stretch out or wind down, pre or post surf. A gentle way to improve strength and mobility, connect to the body and breath. A practice for the morning and/or the evening.
Thank You, Carissa
Carissa Moore announced she’ll will be stepping away from competitive surfing.
Travel: 2024 Hot List Unleashed
The ultimate guide for your global wave-chasing adventures in 2024.
How to Achieve Your Goals
Here we look at motivating ways to achieve the life you want.
Wave Power Legs Workout
This is a short but effective lower body 10 minute work out with Tee. We’re focussing on legs and core but your entire body is going to get a great workout.
Head to Toe Surf Fitness Part 1
In her latest video Tehillah McGuinness focusses on all the muscles we need to use in order to get surf fit.
Sierra Kerr WSL World Junior Champ.
Sierra Kerr’s Legacy Begins, Becomes 2023 WSL World Junior Champion
Making A Difference: The Wave Project
The Wave Project has been providing award-winning surf therapy and beach school projects across the UK for over 10 years.
High Energy Surf HIIT
let’s get moving with this super intensive 20 minute surf HIIT that’s really going to give you an energetic workout.
Power Up Your Performance
Get powered up with a healthy, balanced diet that will help your performance and fitness. Here are six tips to keep you powered up.
Breakfast of Champions
Why breakfast is so important for surfers.
8 Winter Recipes for Cold Days
Here’s some recipes suggestions to keep the cold at bay with some healthy winter meals.
Rise and Restore Yoga Flow for Surfers
A yoga flow for all levels. Focused on lifting your energy, integrating balance and breath to ground you. Feel ready to take on the waves.
Fast & Furious HIIT
When you haven’t got enough time for a longer workout, try this high energy, super intense 10 minute workout with Claire.
It’s Here! The SurfGirl 30 Day Challenge
Get involved and boost your surfing for 2024 today
January Reset: Surf HIIT
Try this high energy 25 minute workout with Tee who will get your body moving and get you super pumped for the day ahead.
Mellow Movie Night Selection
Life in the slow lane. Chill out as we launch our new Movie Night selection.
5 Short Workouts Happy New Year to You!
It maybe January but it’s not a month to slack off, especially after the overindulgence of Christmas period. It’s time to get back on it!
Boardmasters launches ‘shop local’ giveaway
Boardmasters launches ‘shop local’ giveaway in collaboration with five of Newquay’s own independent shops, businesses and initiatives.
Tower At Teahupo’o Update
ISA release update on Judges’ Tower at Teahupo’o.
Laura Coviella: Hopefully Tomorrow
Watch this awesome film as an insight into the roller coaster world of surf trips with Canarian surfer, Laura Coviella.
Janina Zeitler: Flow Like Water
We chat to German Pro Surfer Janina Zeitler about her new film.
10 Minutes, 10 Moves
A 10 minute, 10 move total body workout challenge! Pressed for time? Then this is the workout for you!
Emerging Talents and World-Class Wildcards
Competitors announced for 2023 SAMBAZON World Junior Championships Hosted by Best Western
Unveiling Morocco’s Finest Surf Retreats and Stays
Since the 1960s, Morocco has been a bucket-list destination for surfers in Europe looking to jet away from the cold and head on a mission to surf consistent and clean waves.
Paradis Plage – Surf, Yoga and Spa Resort
A warmer way to break up the European winter. Head out to Morocco to Paradis Plage, a Luxury Eco-resort where you can Yoga and Surf from sunrise to sunset.
ISA on the Judges’ Tower at Teahupo’o
After all the condemnation about the judges tower at Teahupoo reef, the ISA make a statement.
How to Love Surfing in Winter
Here’s some tips for embracing coldwater surfing with a positive mind this winter.
ISA World Junior Surfing Champs
Team Brazil wins the 2023 ISA World Junior Surfing Championship.
Upper Body Surf Fitness
This workout focuses on strengthening our lats and back extension to allow for stronger, more efficient paddling so you can catch more waves & get out back with ease.
Meet Para Surfer Alelí Medina
SurfGirl meets Gold Medal World Para Surfing Champion 14 year old Alelí Medina.
Hi Energy Evening Workout
Let’s join Tee at the beach as she takes us through an energising full body, 30 minute evening workout.
Boardmasters Announce Headliners
Boardmasters reveal acts for 2024 including Stormzy, Chase and Status, Becky Hill, Bicep, Kenya Grace and loads more.
Winter Wetsuit Guide 2023/24
Let’s take a look at the best winter wetsuits available to surfers this season.
Festive Gifts for Chocolate Lovers
Our favourite ethical, vegan and organic chocolates for Christmas.
Breakfast
Breakfast Super Smoothie
10 MIN | SERVES 1
Bircher Muesli Breakfast
5 MIN/ PREP OVERNIGHT | SERVES 2
Healthy Buddha Bowl Recipe
25 MIN | SERVES 1
Overnight Oats Recipe
5 MIN/PREP OVERNIGHT | SERVES 1
Mains
Veggie Lentil Shepherd’s Pie
Cook time 1-1.5hr I Serves 4
Warming Lentil and Bean Soup
Serves 4 I 10 Min Prep I 30 Min Cook Time
Lemon and Garlic Roasted Cauliflower
SERVES 2 | 30 MINS
Green Mac and Cheese
45 minutes I Serves 4
Hearty Vegetable and Lentil Curry
Serves 4 I 15 mins prep I 35 mins
Sweet
Pastéis De Nata
1.5 HOURS | MAKES 24
No Added Sugar Strawberry Roll-Up Bites Recipe
PREP 10 MIN | COOK 3 HOURS | SERVES 8
Best (Healthy!) Banana Bread Recipe
1 HOUR | MAKES 1 TRAY
Snacks
Smashed Peas on Toast
10 MIN I SERVES 1
Beetroot Dip
10 MIN | SERVES 1-2
Get Up and Go Energy Balls
10 MIN | 1 HOUR PREP | MAKES 1 TRAY
Focaccia Bread
MAKES 1 | 2 HOURS
20 Minutes and under
Homemade Vegan Ricotta
10 mins plus soaking time
Salted Caramel Post Surf Smoothie
A post surf smoothie should be made to help aid muscle recovery. You will also want to rehydrate and replenish your glycogen (carb) storage to provide energy and a faster recovery.
Green Goddess Salad
Serves 1- 2 | Time: 15 mins
Watermelon Feta Salad
Everyone should have a fresh watermelon salad in their repertoire and this one is a crowd pleaser.
Warm Cauliflower and Chick Pea Salad
4 Servings I 30 mins
Meat Free
Phil Williams Steps Down from Christian Surfers
The legendary and irrepressible Phil Williams is stepping down as Contest Director and Christian Surfers Head this summer.
SurfGirl Events: Brave The Break Workshop
We’ve teamed up with Allannah from Gather and Glide for a transformative workshop on how to improve your self confidence and tackle fear management in the surf.
Paddle Protests Saturday 17 May
Public paddles out in protest of ongoing sewage crisis, as just one in five trust UK waterways will be safe to swim in by 2030
Surrender with Anaïs Pierquet
When Anais Pierquet, found herself stuck in a rut, she believed that surfing saved her. Here she shares her story in a new short film, Surrender.
Win A Surf Retreat For Two in Portugal
Win a surf retreat to Portugal for two with Yume Surfcamps.
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