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Web Resources for Kiteboarders

Web-based resources for kiters that give good information about preventing injuries and/or dealing with them once they've happened can be pretty hard to come by.  

Here's a selection of the ones that I'm aware of.  Some are free, and some have costs attached.

If you know of others, drop us a line  (clinic@elainestevenson.com.au) and we'll add them to this page.
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Stretching for Kiteboarders:
The IKO have developed an online training course called 'Stretching for Kiters' which you can get more info on their website via this link:
http://www.ikointl.com/online-education/course/info.php?id=14.

The course, which costs US$15, consists of a 21 page  booklet and on-line quiz that you can take.  The material was prepared by a US-trained chiropractor now based in Cancun, Mexico and gives a good overview of stretching and injury prevention.  In common with other e-books on the web, payment is via credit-card and access is available thereafter.
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Kiteboarding Workout and Nutrition Guide:
PDF E-Book written by Sarah Ellis (see video below) that contains info on general and trick-specific workouts, stretching, nutritition and common injuries.  You can get a free (14 page) extract by subscribing to  her website at this link:
http://www.perfectlyfitonline.com/workout-and-nutrition-guide/

A full copy (approx 60 pages) costs US$29.95 and you can either get it from the same website, or from Air Kiteboarding.
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KBX: Kiteboard Exercises:
This is a great-looking site that has a wealth of information for kiteboarders. Some of the key pages to check out there include their pages on:
They also have a range of different workouts available for download too.
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Stretching / Rehab Videos for Kiteboarders
These two videos contain examples of routines that you may find helpful.  

Yoga for Kiteboarders
 

 

Kiteboarding Exercises with Sarah Ellis (focus on low back pain)


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Other Stuff!
Lastly, here are some links to local schools and stuff which you may be helpful.  If we've left anyone out, drop us a quick email (to clinic@elainestevenson.com.au) and we'll add them in quick-smart.

Where to Go for Gear and/or Lessons
Where to Go On-Line to Get Help and Info
  • Seabreeze Forum (Australian forum for Kiteboarders, Windsufers, Paddle-boarders etc)
Local, National and International Associations Recent/Forthcoming Competitions and Events image








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