The Fundamentals of Confident River Running | Mind Body Paddle

Описание: If you want to become a more confident whitewater kayaker, you have to master more than just strokes — you have to understand your relationship with the river.

In this video, I break down the Paddle portion of the Mind Body Paddle approach and the foundational river running skills that help you navigate currents with confidence, control, and clarity.

We cover:

✔️ Position – Where you are relative to the current, eddy lines, rocks, and features
✔️ Angle – Controlling your bow and working with the current instead of fighting it
✔️ Vision – Looking where you want to go (not at the obstacle)
✔️ Edge – Using stability and body awareness to cross currents effectively
✔️ Momentum – How to move intentionally without rushing or drifting

These are the technical fundamentals of strong whitewater kayaking — but they’re also powerful metaphors for how we navigate challenges in life.

When you learn to:
Read the river
Harness current instead of resist it
Paddle from your center
Play your edge
Take consistent, intentional action

You build more than skill.
You build confidence and courage.

If this resonates, make sure to subscribe for more videos on:
• Whitewater kayaking tips
• Building confidence on the river
• The mental game of paddling
• Mindset & mental agility for paddlers

Because when you can navigate the currents of the river with confidence, you can navigate the currents of life with confidence too.
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