Suzie Trains Maui Blog
In Hawaii the Ocean is Our Way of Life
The ocean is our way of life in Hawaii. It is our special playground that allows us to embrace the exciting action of the sea. For all water sport enthusiasts Maui will be broadcasted nationally May 14th & May 15th showcasing the special Ho’olaule’s event celebrating the ocean and the Hawaiian culture. SUP and OC1 races, Hawaiian games and more.
Advanced Core Training with INDO Board by Suzie Cooney
My client, Jules advances to the INDO Board plank exercise. Her upper body endurance and core endurance really shows in this fabulous exercise!
POWERFUL Legs for SUP: Exercises for Flat Water, Waves and Gliding by Suzie Cooney
This is the final series by Suzie Cooney, CPT of Suzie Trains Maui, exclusively for Naish International. Powerful legs equal more time on the water and can give you the ability to carve harder, finish stronger and faster and give you more board confidence.
Hana Hou:Another Practice Fun Paddle with OluKai and Suzie Cooney Maui April 30th 2011 In Preparation For The Third Annual OluKai Ohana Ho’olaule’a
"Hana Hou" Let's do it again! We had so much fun the first time, we decided to offer you one more fun practice paddle before the big day! If you missed out April 2nd, join us again April 30th, Saturday Paia Bay Youth & Cultural Center. Click here to see our...
Maui: OluKai & Suzie Cooney Ohana Practice Fun Paddle Adventure April 2nd 2011
In Preparation For The Third Annual OluKai Ohana Ho’olaule’a and kick-off to the world famous, OluKai Maliko Race, Suzie Cooney and OluKai team up to welcome new paddlers for a Fun, Non-Competitive 3 Mile paddle on Maui’s beautiful N. shore. This is a new division offered to encourage folks to experience a supervised, safe down wind adventure!
Strong SUP Legs for Flat Water, Waves and Gliding Power Part II: Strength
Aloha everyone! SUP stand up paddling requires strong legs. Check out my series written exclusively for Naish International. Strong legs equal more water time. Don’t lose the power. Suzie Cooney, CPT, Suzie Trains Maui
Online Registration Open for Third Annual Olukai Ho’olaule’a Maui: May 14-15 2011
Online Registration Now Open for the May 14-15 OluKai Ho’olaule’a OluKai prepares to welcome paddlers, families and enthusiasts to Kanaha Beach Park, Maui, for the 3rd Annual OluKai Ho’olaule’a Maui, HI (March, 23 2011) – Registration is now open for the OluKai...
Join Me For A Practice Fun Paddle Maui April 2 2011 In Preparation For The Third Annual OluKai Ohana Ho’olaule’a
Come do a practice run with me on April 2nd and let's get ready for the OluKai Ho'olaule'a Saturday, April 2, 2011 Maui's N. Shore! 9 am Start Non-Competitive Fun Paddle It’s that time of year to catch some Maui N. shore fun and all kinds of paddle action; SUP, one...
Strong SUP Legs for Flat Water, Waves and Gliding Power by Suzie Cooney for Naish Part I
This is part one in a series of leg strength exercises written exclusively for Naish International: Stand up paddling on flat water, waves or riding a board like the 14ft Naish Glide and catching a 50 yard glide, requires your legs to be strong together and...
Paul & Leisl from Iowa Stand Up Paddle on Maui with Suzie Cooney of Suzie Trains Maui
I'd like to introduce to you, two very special people that brightened my days in the studio and on the water! Paul and Leisl are new to the sport of SUP and are spreading the stoke all the way back to Iowa. I know one day however, they will end up here on Maui! I was...
SUP For Your Mind’s Health: Aqua Therapy for Depression
SUP For Your Mind’s Health: Aqua Therapy for Depression This is a particularly touching story I’d like to share with you, a topic near and dear to my heart. Currently I am running a contest that asks people to share with me “how SUP has changed your life.” When I...
Contest! Win a free private SUP lesson with Suzie Cooney of Suzie Trains Maui and Naish Team SUP Rider
Contest: How has the sport of stand up paddling changed your life and what are you doing now to help others discover the sport you love? Guys and gals, can you best describe in 200 words or less, how the sport of SUP has been life changing for you and what are the...
Surf, Windsurf, SUP and Train Longer : Food that Fuels YOU to the Finish Line by Suzie Cooney
You wonder how top professional athletes eat to win? Practice, like anything! It takes practice and discipline to choose the right training program, know how to recover, what gear to select, but what to eat? People often ask me, what should I eat? Discover the...
SUP and Train Longer : Food that Fuels YOU to the Finish Line by Suzie Cooney
You wonder how top professional athletes eat to win? Practice, like anything! It takes practice and discipline to choose the right training program, know how to recover, what gear to select, but what to eat? People often ask me, what should I eat? Enjoy the benefits...
The American Windsurfing Tour for 2011
Windsurfing is why I moved to Maui from Northern California. Before 1999, I'd sail Sherman Island, Rio Vista, Chrissy Fields, 3rd Ave, Coyote Point, Waddell Creek and Hood River. Windsurfing is still is one of my many passions. Maui offers consistent trades, warm...
Maui:SUP Stand Up Paddling Clinic for Health & Fitness with Suzie Cooney of Suzie Trains Maui March 26, 2011
March 26th, 2011 MAUI! STAND UP for Health & Fitness with Suzie Cooney of Suzie Trains Maui. F R E E! Guys and gals, train on the beach with me, then we hit the water for some SUP water training, strength training, relay fun, and fine tune your paddling...
How to UP Your SUP Performance Combining Upper Body Paddle Endurance with Balance and Core Training
How to UP your SUP Performance by Combining Upper Body Paddle Endurance with Balance and Core Training for Naish International by Suzie Cooney, CPT of Suzie Trains Maui by Suzie Cooney, CPT of Suzie Trains Maui Naish Team SUP Rider Whether you’re new to the sport...
Stand Up Paddle Health & Fitness Clinics with Suzie Cooney of Suzie Trains Maui March 26, 2011
March 26th, 2011 MAUI! STAND UP for Health & Fitness with Suzie Cooney of Suzie Trains Maui. F R E E! Guys and gals, train on the beach with me, then we hit the water for some SUP water training, strength training, relay fun, and fine tune your paddling...
UP Your SUP Permformance Suzie Cooney for Naish on Combining Upper Body Paddle Endurance with Balance and Core Training
I like to be as efficient as possible when training, so combining the two is perfect.
Kevin Vangritis Wins First Place in SUP Cold Stroke Classic with Hard Training and Excellent Paddle Technique!
Kevin Vangritis is a SUP paddling machine. He is disciplined, trains hard and wants to win. He will be one to watch in 2011 for sure! Suzie Cooney, Suzie Trains Maui NAISH Team SUP rider
BIG SUP Days: Some Life Saving Tips In Case You Ever Find Yourself in Tough SUP Times
SUP Survival Stories by Suzie Cooney, Naish Team SUP Rider I’ve asked the SUP community of SUP Connect to write me about any experiences where they felt their survival stories could help our fellow paddlers or for those who may be entering the sport of SUP. I, Deb...