PRACTICE, BREATH WORK, SURFING
Cait Lawson
Pre-Surf Practice to Expand Lung Capacity

A 10-minute, seated practice that combines MFR with gentle stretches and breath work to help you wake up and expand your lung capacity before paddling out for a surf.

Pre-Surf Practice to Expand Lung Capacity
Cait Lawson
September SurfAid #MakeAWave Recap

Another September has come and gone, and for the 2nd year, I participated in the SurfAid September #MakeAWave Challenge of surfing 30 days to raise funding and awareness for the SurfAid Programs.

September SurfAid #MakeAWave Recap
YOGA, SURFING, PRACTICE
Cait Lawson
Under 10-minute Pre-Surf Stretch Routine

My current, go-to, Pre-Surf Stretch for when my body is feeling stiff and a bit surfed-out. This sequence could also be nice for a brief Active Recovery practice post-training or post-surf/sport

Under 10-minute Pre-Surf Stretch Routine
YOGA, SURFING, WRITING
Cait Lawson
Featured on the Manduka Blog!

It was an honor to have the opportunity to write a piece for the Manduka Blog as a part of the Manduka x Gerry Lopez collection launch. In this article, I share my personal experiences with surfing and yoga and how I view the two as similar spiritual paths that reconnect us to life.

Featured on the Manduka Blog!
YOGA, LIFESTYLE, INSPIRATION
Cait Lawson
Simple. But not always easy.

Now don't get me wrong, sometimes simple can be easy. And that's great. And sometimes there is a place for complexity as well. But the simple, the simple is available. Accessible. And when noticed and practiced regularly, the simple can support us in coming back to center. Back to what's true.

Simple. But not always easy.

SURFING

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SEA SALUTATIONS: 5 YOGA POSES FOR SURFING

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SEA SALUTATIONS: 5 YOGA POSES FOR SURFING

Yoga, especially a Vinyasa-style of yoga, is an amazing way for surfers to cross train: strengthening the core, building stamina, increasing lung capacity, sharpening coordination and creating flexibility. 

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LET'S GET ROLLING

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LET'S GET ROLLING

After that one Tuesday morning Class, I don’t think I ever looked at a foam roller the same way again. I had to have a roller for my home. Rolling needed to become a part of my daily routine.

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TRUSTING YOUR PROCESS

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TRUSTING YOUR PROCESS

Compassion reminds us that we must place our trust in the process and allow our journey to unfold exactly as it should. Not how we think it should. Because really, in yoga or surfing or life, what is the final destination? 

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BEACH BAG ESSENTIALS

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BEACH BAG ESSENTIALS

You know I gotta rock my Sunburnt & Salty x Ocean State of Mind Tote bag everywhere I go. It’s perfect for going from the beach to the yoga studio to the market and then heading out on the town. Here I’ve listed my top 7 essentials that I carry with me in my tote bag so that I’m prepared for whatever my day has to bring.

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6 TIPS FOR CATCHING MORE WAVES

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6 TIPS FOR CATCHING MORE WAVES

These tips will help anyone who is looking to catch a couple more waves during their next session. So whether you are about to go on a surf trip to a popular destination, or you are just getting frustrated with the crowds at your home break, try one, three, or all of these suggestions below to help you get your fair share of waves.