What are the three golden rules of kayaking?
The 3 Golden Rules of whitewater paddling are a set of rules that all paddlers need to apply, regardless of the type of paddling being done. You need to separate your upper and lower body movements, use the power of your torso, and maintain control of your kayak with an active blade. Kayaking can be an effective workout for the abdominal area. Regular kayaking can help burn hundreds of calories in an hour, helping burn off stubborn belly fat and acquire toned abs over time. Of course, this is only achievable with a healthy diet and lifestyle.Kayaking works out 12 major muscle groups in the body, including abs, biceps, triceps, lats, deltoids (shoulder), quadriceps (thighs), hamstrings (backside), quads (front side), glutes (buttocks), and calves. Kayaking is a great way to develop arm, back, shoulder, and overall body muscles because it’s repetitive.Wrist, shoulder, and elbow tendonitis are the most likely kayaking injuries, as these joints and the ligaments that surround them are the ones most in use. Usually, tendonitis happens because of repetitive strain and such injuries are usually more common toward the end of a paddling season.It works all the major muscle groups. Kayaking builds strength across the shoulders and tones the upper back and arms. That repetitive side-to-side motion of paddling twists the torso, all the way down to the feet. It may burn a little, but the burn will be worth it.