Surfing and Its Physical Benefits

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The founder of BCG Advisors, Bill Scuorzo has worked in insurance and human resources for over two decades. Living with his family in Little Silver, New Jersey, Bill Scuorzo enjoys surfing and golfing in his free time.

Surfing is a popular activity worldwide that can singlehandedly provide a range of mental and physical benefits. When it comes to the physique, surfing is considered an excellent workout for the whole body, using several muscles, such as the ones in the legs and arms, chest, and back – trapezius, biceps, and obliques are some of them.

Besides burning up calories and providing good cardiovascular exercise, surfing can also boost the immune system. It has been proven that cold therapy, or immersing the body in cold water, can help the body activate its natural healing powers, relieving symptoms of some medical conditions, especially physical injuries.

Simultaneously, the habit of surfing is practiced under the sun, which means it allows the body to produce vitamin D with more consistency. Vitamin D regulates calcium in the blood, strengthening bones and articulations.

Popping Up on a Surfboard

AndAme Investments and BCG Advisors CEO and president Bill Scuorzo supports struggling companies and helps clients reduce employee benefits costs. Outside of his work, Bill Scuorzo stays active by surfing.

One of the basic surfing moves is the pop-up. Surfers can practice this technique virtually anywhere, including on the floor, and the move is an essential part of learning to surf.

To successfully pop up, lie face-down on the board, and place your hands flat on it. The ideal placement of your hands is in the middle of the board on either side of your chest. If you attempt a pop-up when you are too far forward on the board, you increase your risk of nose-diving.

Next, lift your chest with your arms while you keep your hips flat on the board. From there, slide your knees up between your hands so you are kneeling in the middle of the board.

Slide up your dominant foot, and rest it flat on the board. Follow with your other foot, and you will be standing on the surfboard with your knees bent. Keep practicing until you can pop up quickly.

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