Anonymous
Post 07/10/2024 10:17     Subject: Re:stupid question... how hard is it to paddle board?

How tall are you? I think if you have a lower center of gravity it is easier. I'm 5'2" and it was a piece of cake. My 6'1" husband ended up in the water quite a bit!
Anonymous
Post 07/10/2024 10:16     Subject: stupid question... how hard is it to paddle board?

I think paddleboarding is pretty easy, I love it. I do have a strong core. I will say YOGA on a paddleboard seems like a big up in difficulty and if you have never paddleboarded before maybe a bit tough? I would try to get out and just regular SUP for a go before doing yoga on one.
Anonymous
Post 07/09/2024 21:32     Subject: stupid question... how hard is it to paddle board?

Honestly, it depends on how much current there is or the wake from nearby boats. If you're on a tranquil lake and your balance is good, you likely won't go in. If you're on a river with current and water craft, there's a chance you'll fall off. Especially if you switch positions. It's ok. When you learn, make sure they give you a life jacket and teach you how to get back on your board.
Anonymous
Post 07/09/2024 14:59     Subject: stupid question... how hard is it to paddle board?

Anonymous wrote:I'm not uncoordinated, I work out a lot. Am I going to fall off during paddle board yoga?


its fine. good balance and decent core muscles and you'll be more than fine.
Anonymous
Post 07/09/2024 14:44     Subject: stupid question... how hard is it to paddle board?

I work out and have a strong core. I find SUP especially with a strong current pretty tough.
Anonymous
Post 07/09/2024 14:02     Subject: stupid question... how hard is it to paddle board?

I haven't done yoga on a paddleboard but I do paddleboard. Ours is pretty stable and I don't think I have ever fallen off while paddling. I paddle barefoot.

I'd probably try to paddleboard once before doing yoga on it.
Anonymous
Post 07/09/2024 11:28     Subject: stupid question... how hard is it to paddle board?

Anonymous wrote:OP, thanks everyone! I do yoga frequently ( weekly anyway with other workouts, but I've been doing it for like 15 years). Another question, do I need water shoes and what do I wear, my Lululemon or something wicking??


Barefoot and a bathing suit.
Anonymous
Post 07/09/2024 11:28     Subject: stupid question... how hard is it to paddle board?

Anonymous wrote:I thought it was easy, my husband didn't love it but his core isn't as strong as mine.


Same. I do a lot of yoga and Pilates and absolutely no issues on a paddleboard. My husband is an athlete, but has an issue on the paddleboard which I think is hilarious.
Anonymous
Post 07/09/2024 11:27     Subject: stupid question... how hard is it to paddle board?

OP, thanks everyone! I do yoga frequently ( weekly anyway with other workouts, but I've been doing it for like 15 years). Another question, do I need water shoes and what do I wear, my Lululemon or something wicking??
Anonymous
Post 07/09/2024 11:13     Subject: stupid question... how hard is it to paddle board?

I am not all that balance-y and I found it very easy to get started paddle boarding. Now I do it pretty regularly. I really enjoy it.

I have fallen a couple of times, when the water was really choppy - but that was fine! Just make sure your phone is in a ziplock.
Anonymous
Post 07/09/2024 11:11     Subject: stupid question... how hard is it to paddle board?

I thought it was easy, my husband didn't love it but his core isn't as strong as mine.
Anonymous
Post 07/09/2024 11:11     Subject: stupid question... how hard is it to paddle board?

Do you do yoga regularly? Have you paddle boarded before? It’s not a good option to start yoga practice if you haven’t done either ever or in a while.

If you’ve never paddle boarded, yes, it’s possible. Is it possible to go a bit earlier to get a feel for the paddle board before the class? It shouldn’t be too tough and focus on balance during your first class, to get a feel for the paddle board.
Anonymous
Post 07/09/2024 11:10     Subject: stupid question... how hard is it to paddle board?

No they are very stable
Anonymous
Post 07/09/2024 11:08     Subject: stupid question... how hard is it to paddle board?

No. You will be fine.
Anonymous
Post 07/09/2024 11:07     Subject: stupid question... how hard is it to paddle board?

I'm not uncoordinated, I work out a lot. Am I going to fall off during paddle board yoga?