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Exercises

Mobility Drills for Paddlers

on June 24, 2012June 24, 2012
Home Exercises Mobility Drills for Paddlers

While the old school static stretching you did in 7th grade gym class still has it’s place, there’s a better way to warm up prior to paddling.

Today we’re going to focus on a series of mobility drills that will warm up and loosen the muscles you use when paddling.

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