Adam Knox: How to channel power through technique to enhance your surfing

Adam Knox ( @adamknox_ ) is a former pro that's the younger brother of legendary rail surfer Taylor Knox and has coached some of the best up and coming pro surfers like Caity Simmers, Kade Matson, Tia Blanco, and many more. With his expertise in kinesiology, we dive deep into technique, energy leaks, using surf skates as a tool, and how to improve your turns.    Sign up for our free surfboard guide for sizing down, video library, and newsletter   Chapters 00:00 Introduction and the Importance of Technique 03:38 Adam's Background and Challenges 10:16 Surfing at 60% and Making Finals 14:29 Taylor Knox and Surfing Competitions 23:46 Using Surfskates as a Training Tool 25:07 Learning from Coaches and Studying Footage 26:05 The Challenges of Surfing 32:12 The Importance of Body Positioning and Weight Distribution 39:08 Mastering Paddling Technique 41:03 Coaching Professional Surfers to Success 43:47 Analyzing and Emulating Successful Surfers   Subscribe for more interviews with pro surfers, coaches, shapers, and everyday surfers like Victor Bernardo, Matt Parker of Album Surf, Matt Meola, Ryan Lovelace, Noel Salas of Surf n Show, Kassia Meador, Clayton of Ombe Surf, Dylan Lightfoot, Derek Dunfee, Magnum Martinez, Isaac Stant, Nakoa Decoite, and more!   Join our community of over 33k followers on IG and 17k on TikTok: Basis Instagram Basis TikTok Basis Facebook