• BALANCE - More than just balance!

    Balance - a word that we all know and understand intuitively. But have you ever wondered what it really means? I wasn't aware of it myself when I built the first Costaboard 13 years ago. But when you deal with balance and balance boards 24/7, you accumulate a lot of knowledge. And I admit it - I'm a bit of a nerd sometimes and love to delve into this topic.
    Why is balance so important? Because it is much more than just a nice side effect of sport. Balance is an essential skill that influences our entire life - at any age.

  • What is balance actually?

    Technically speaking, balance is the interaction of different body systems: balance organs, muscle and joint sensors, spatial orientation, central nerve processing and neurochemical regulation. Put simply: balance is the perfect teamwork of your body to keep you safe and stable.

    But balance means more than just physical equilibrium. It influences our mobility, our cognitive performance and our general well-being. And that is precisely why it is worth consciously engaging with it.

  • Why is balance so important?

    A well-developed balance brings enormous benefits at every stage of life - whether you are young and want to improve your athletic performance or you want to maintain independence and mobility as you age. Here are some of the most important reasons why you should pay attention to your balance:

Better athletic performance!

More coordination, body control and fewer injuries.

Faster reflexes

Helps you to skillfully compensate for tripping hazards in everyday life.

Higher concentration & brain performance

Balance exercises promote neural networking and improve focus.

Better posture & less pain

Prevents muscular imbalances and back pain.

fall prevention

Reduces the risk of falls and bone fractures.

Improved quality of life

More mobility means more social activity and a self-determined life.

  • How do I train the whole thing with the Costaboard?

    It's very simple: just stand on the Costaboard and try to stay on it for as long as possible. When you get bored because you can easily stand on it, start moving, do your first tricks - it's about always going a little further than you can at the moment. You can find some inspiration on our Instagram channel. And if you don't have a Costaboard, try standing on one leg and when that gets boring, pick up weights or start throwing a ball back and forth - it's about doing SOMETHING and preferably do it often, preferably every day.

  • Conclusion

    A strong balance improves your physical and mental performance when you are young and maintains your mobility and safety when you are older. It is therefore not a luxury, but an essential part of your well-being.

    The next time you get on your Costaboard, remember: It's not just about the next trick or the perfect move. You are training a system that will benefit you in so many areas of your life - and that will give you more joy, security and freedom.

    So get on the Costaboard!

  • Improve your balance and surfing from home!

    And if you want to improve not only your balance but also your surfing – my online surfing course for landlocked surfers and the matching illustrated book as a course companion are currently on pre-sale!
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  • Hi, I'm Costa - founder of Costaboard and passionate surfer. 13 years ago I was at a point where I knew: I want to live my life differently. I wanted to feel freedom, creativity and the surf vibe every day. So I built my first balance board - without knowing that it would change my life. Today Costaboard stands for exactly that: fun, freedom and the courage to go your own way. And that's exactly what I want to give you. And even if it sounds cheesy and worn out, I mean it exactly like that: follow your heart and make your dreams come true!!