In this episode of the Dropping In Surf Show, Rob caught up with April Denny PhD, lecturer at Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, to talk about the journey she has been on in surf research around the world, recent studies on stroke intervention, and the resulting impact on elite surfers. Watch the video of this episode at https://www.surfingpaddling.com/dropping-in-surf-show
In this month’s episode, Rob had an animated conversation with Martijn Lancee, creator and operator of Strike Mission Adventure. They discussed Martijn’s experience traveling the world, his background and passion in boardsports, and covered the scientific research behind the benefits of disconnecting on a true adventure. Learn more about the Strike Mission Adventures and connect with Martijn at https://www.strikemissionadventures.com/ Watch the video of this episode at https://www.surfingpaddling.com/dropping-in-surf-show
Rob sits down with orthopedic surgeon and author Dr. Kevin Stone in this episode of the Dropping In Surf Show. They talk about Dr. Stone’s new book, Play Forever: How to Recover from Injury and Thrive, recovering and preventing injury at all ages, improving the mental side of injury, how to approach injuries like a pro, and surfing “double over ankle high” waves. Learn more about the Stone Clinic and get a free consult at StoneClinic.com and https://www.stoneclinic.com/consult
Rob sits down with Brendon Ferrier to talk Surf Research in this episode of the Dropping In Surf Show, Brendon and Rob talk about how an Australian ended up in Scotland, the Surf Lab resources at Lost Shores, current research taking place, using research to improve consumer experiences, and advantages of using wave pools for research and progression. Learn more about Brendon’s Surf Lab at https://surflab.ac/ or contact him directly at b.ferrier@napier.ac.uk.
In this episode of the Dropping In Surf Show, Rob sits down with Zak Abeles of Bay Area Surf Progression (BASP). Zak and Rob talk about coaching tools and techniques for surfing and paddling, common issues they see, and various cross-training a surfer can do when they aren’t out surfing. https://bayareasurfprogression.com/