Surfing Smarter: Technique, Equipment, and Longevity w/ Magnum Martinez
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In this episode, we have a returning guest, Olympic coach and ISA World Master Champ, Magnum Martinez. Having gone through a serious hamstring injury, he talks about the importance of rehabilitation, patience, and adapting surfing techniques, especially when transitioning to bigger boards. Magnum also highlights the significance of paddle fitness and the keys to a good pop up.
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Chapters
00:00 Paddle Training & Staying Surf‑Ready
01:36 Podcast Intro & Magnum’s Background
03:57 The Injury: How It Happened
07:22 Immediate Aftermath & Realizing the Severity
09:59 Mental Challenge of Recovery
13:51 Rehab Mindset: Patience, Healing, and Discipline
20:15 Physical Therapy, Massage, and Long‑Term Commitment
25:33 Injury Prevention, Flexibility, and Aging as an Athlete
29:26 Returning to Surfing & Pop‑Up Limitations
34:17 Footwork, Range of Motion, and Technique Adjustments
37:15 Riding Bigger Boards After Injury
44:14 Training Harder After 50
50:11 Board Size, Rail Engagement, and Progression
56:54 Single Fins, Longer Lines, and Surf Technique Development
01:04:23 Paddle Technique, Fitness, and Basis Trainer Insights
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