Training program before a kite trip

Minimalist Kitesurf Prep Routine (15โ€“20 Minutes)

1. Mobility (5 minutes)

  • Shoulder circles โ€“ Video
    10 forward / 10 backward, relaxed arms
  • Hip openers โ€“ Video
    Seated or lying, hip rotations, 10โ€“15 reps per side
  • Standing side bends โ€“ Video
    5 reps per side, slow and controlled

2. Gentle Activation (8 minutes)

  • Dynamic plank โ€“ Video
    Hold 10โ€“15 sec, repeat 3 times
  • Slow squats โ€“ Video
    10 reps, controlled, do not force depth
  • Single leg balance โ€“ Video
    30 sec per leg, eyes closed for more challenge

3. Stretch & Relaxation (5โ€“7 minutes)

  • Back and shoulder stretch โ€“ Video
    Gentle pendulum swing or seated/crossed arms
  • Seated hamstring stretch โ€“ Video
    Sit, stretch forward gently, hold 30 seconds

4. Elbow Tendonitis Prevention (with Elastic Band)

  • Elastic band wrist extensions โ€“ Video
    Extend wrist up against resistance, 10โ€“15 reps
  • Elastic band pronation/supination โ€“ Video
    Hold elastic, rotate forearm in/out, 10โ€“15 reps each
  • Elastic band reverse curls โ€“ Video
    Band under feet, palms down, curl up, 8โ€“12 reps