This year s 11th Annual World Championship of Bodyboarding features 64 of the world s top female bodyboarders. Brazilians have dominated female bodyboarding. Many attribute the Brazilians success to a large talent pool and superior sponsorship opportunities. But the local Hawaiian girls hope to claim the overall title on their home turf. For newcomers to the sport, Philips said its essential to be a strong swimmer.
Proper equipment is also critical.
I would watch a lot of bodyboarding videos in slow motion to see the proper form. It s one of the greatest forms of exercise. It s unbelievable for the legs and hips. In addition to bodyboarding, Philips is trained in the martial arts and practices a regimen of gymnastics, weight training, cycling and stretching. Bodyboarding competitions are held in more than 40 countries around the world.