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The surf competition at Waimea Bay known as the Eddie Aikau has always been dominated by men. Women are now getting a turn, given permits to hold a contest during the months of October 1st to November 21st (2017).
According to the contest’s website:
Born on the island of Maui in the 18th century, Queen Ka'ahumanu redefined the perceived roles of Hawaiian women. Defying the Kapu system’s strict separation of men and women, this strong Hawaiian monarch and surfer sat at the table and dined beside the king. With all the chiefs and priests to bear witness, she was not struck down by the gods, no lighting came from the sky, and with this one public act set forth a ripple of change.
Surfing in a big wave competition requires training, focus, rest, and support. The University of Cincinnati is currently using the float tank to keep their athletes in prime condition, not overworking them physically OR mentally. They check their levels before and after the tank and they are finding that it decreases cortisol (the stress hormone) levels, as well as blood pressure. A lot of students also get stress level increases around test taking times which makes it harder for them to concentrate as well as to recover quicker and not overwork themselves. The float tank can help with this as well. As it has also been shown to reduce feelings of anxiety and stress. The Float Conference Podcast did an interview with him you can check out here.
In the past floating has been seen to improve sports performance, focus, and rest & recovery. It reduces the lactic acid buildup and allows for anti-inflammation due to the Epsom salts. Your body also produces endorphins, its own pain relieving chemicals. Lots of top athletes are using the float tank to optimize their performance today: Tom Brady, Steph Curry, Joe Rogan, Julian Edelman, Willie Mason, Carl Lewis, and then some.
We see athletes use floatation therapy for some of these sports: volleyball, yoga, surfing, basketball, football, crossfit, and more.
Check out these websites for more information on Queen of the Bay:
http://www.theinertia.com/surf/first-ever-womens-comp-at-waimea-bay-scheduled-for-this-fall/
http://www.surfline.com/surf-news/separate-from-the-eddie-just-for-the-ladies-womens-big-wave-contest-coming-to-waimea-bay_149053/
http://towsurfer.com/2017/08/first-ever-womens-comp-at-waimea-bay-scheduled-for-this-fall/
http://www.grindtv.com/surf/womens-waimea-bay-championship-would-be-first-women-only-big-wave-contest/
For more information on the Eddie Aikau check out:
http://www.worldsurfleague.com/posts/239486/2016-17-quiksilver-in-memory-of-eddie-aikau-big-wave-invitational-comes-to-a-close
https://www.outsideonline.com/2055446/op-ed-let-women-compete-big-wave-surf-competitions
http://www.theinertia.com/surf/meet-the-9-men-who-have-won-the-eddie/
https://www.outsideonline.com/2054886/everything-you-need-know-about-eddie-aikau-surfing-competition
For more information on floating and sports check out:
https://www.si.com/tech-media/2016/07/06/ohio-state-buckeyes-football-sensory-deprivation-tanks
According to the contest’s website:
Born on the island of Maui in the 18th century, Queen Ka'ahumanu redefined the perceived roles of Hawaiian women. Defying the Kapu system’s strict separation of men and women, this strong Hawaiian monarch and surfer sat at the table and dined beside the king. With all the chiefs and priests to bear witness, she was not struck down by the gods, no lighting came from the sky, and with this one public act set forth a ripple of change.
Surfing in a big wave competition requires training, focus, rest, and support. The University of Cincinnati is currently using the float tank to keep their athletes in prime condition, not overworking them physically OR mentally. They check their levels before and after the tank and they are finding that it decreases cortisol (the stress hormone) levels, as well as blood pressure. A lot of students also get stress level increases around test taking times which makes it harder for them to concentrate as well as to recover quicker and not overwork themselves. The float tank can help with this as well. As it has also been shown to reduce feelings of anxiety and stress. The Float Conference Podcast did an interview with him you can check out here.
In the past floating has been seen to improve sports performance, focus, and rest & recovery. It reduces the lactic acid buildup and allows for anti-inflammation due to the Epsom salts. Your body also produces endorphins, its own pain relieving chemicals. Lots of top athletes are using the float tank to optimize their performance today: Tom Brady, Steph Curry, Joe Rogan, Julian Edelman, Willie Mason, Carl Lewis, and then some.
We see athletes use floatation therapy for some of these sports: volleyball, yoga, surfing, basketball, football, crossfit, and more.
Check out these websites for more information on Queen of the Bay:
http://www.theinertia.com/surf/first-ever-womens-comp-at-waimea-bay-scheduled-for-this-fall/
http://www.surfline.com/surf-news/separate-from-the-eddie-just-for-the-ladies-womens-big-wave-contest-coming-to-waimea-bay_149053/
http://towsurfer.com/2017/08/first-ever-womens-comp-at-waimea-bay-scheduled-for-this-fall/
http://www.grindtv.com/surf/womens-waimea-bay-championship-would-be-first-women-only-big-wave-contest/
For more information on the Eddie Aikau check out:
http://www.worldsurfleague.com/posts/239486/2016-17-quiksilver-in-memory-of-eddie-aikau-big-wave-invitational-comes-to-a-close
https://www.outsideonline.com/2055446/op-ed-let-women-compete-big-wave-surf-competitions
http://www.theinertia.com/surf/meet-the-9-men-who-have-won-the-eddie/
https://www.outsideonline.com/2054886/everything-you-need-know-about-eddie-aikau-surfing-competition
For more information on floating and sports check out:
https://www.si.com/tech-media/2016/07/06/ohio-state-buckeyes-football-sensory-deprivation-tanks
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