I used to have similar problems.madmax7 wrote:Background :
I'm 50's 5'11" 180 lbs, regular to gym, 4 times / wk for 45 to 60mins, have routine that focuses on major muscle groups, inc cardio for 50% of time.
Issue.
This time of year (off season) I try get a kite trip in, going to Costa Rica in a couple of weeks, hope for Mexico in March then my local season begins. In these trips, if wind complies, I get a 90 min session in morn (w a 10 min break) then 2 sessions in aft to finish day.
the problem is that by second day, for the 2nd session of day, my legs are fatigued, and I'm feeling my abs.
I need to get in shape, and how to recover once there?! Ideas please.
What I'm doing this month, since my trip is first 2 weeks in Jan, and CR wind does not let up: I've increased my days at gym to 6 days, and the next 2 weeks, will double my elliptical and stair master time to 40mins as opposed to 20, My workouts focus on reps w weights, more endurance than body building.
However, where in need the most input is what to do once there to recover from sessions,?!
I can do some light stretch and Beginner Yoga in morn, any other ideas? Take a nap? I'm not a runner, so can't incorporate that ...
Anyways, what do you guys do to survive when you want to maximize your kite time but the body is sluggish?
Thanks for input, Max
If you are standing on the board your legs are handling all your body weight. If you incline your body MOST of your weight is held by the kite. This is what ended my leg pain. Besides, I only use seat harness now.madmax7 wrote:Good point Brian,
I think my posture is getting better, I'll pay attention to that.
This summer I switched back to seat and it helped my lower back considerably, but will probably be switching back and forth to alternate
Thanks for tip on 30 mins at a time, will incorporate
This thing seems a little obsessive but as I get older the body takes longer to recoup, and I'll b there 2 weeks, so want to try and have at least 1 good session everyday, so thank you guys for all input! Planning on maintaining a daily log to see what works.
Traveling with my 26 yo son, he also kites, and basically kiting eating and sleep is all we'll do! No distractions!
Thanks, Max
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