Considered as a marginal sport for a bit rebellious teenagers, surfing has become a very popular discipline worldwide. Not content with becoming an Olympic sport, it is even now recommended by the medical profession that finds him all virtues… Is Surfing the new partner in your health?
Biarritz, the surf city
Here in Biarritz, we take surfing seriously. So that if doctors find it an interest, they prescribe prescription. This assertion may seem like a joke or a fantasy for some, is actually a very serious initiative followed by twenty Biarrots doctors. The idea is simple : recommend physical activity and monitor the patient throughout their learning through coaching professionals, all for a pittance.
But what are the benefits of surfing exactly?
Prevention of cardiovascular disease, cancer, type 2 diabetes, overweight, stress, depression or high blood pressure, physical activity, in general, no shortage of compelling health arguments. But activities like surfing or stand-up paddle are also gentle and complete sports that make work the entire body and muscles simultaneously, legs, shoulders, through abs, buttocks or back.
Another small addition, the environment in which these sports are practiced… Indeed, when the waves break, there is a clashing of air molecules and water molecules which produce electrically charged atoms, negative ions. Thanks to their electric charge, negative ions promote exchanges between cells and the penetration of oxygen in the lungs.
Finally, the sun’s rays that often accompany a session allow refueling of vitamin D, which helps strengthen the immune system and regulating blood pressure.
Passionated about surfing and serving your health, we could only hope to see this sport become so recognized. However do not be too optimistic, the brand new board on which you have cracked will not be reimbursed by social security 😉
