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20 September 2011


ByLivvy Barber & Harriet Webb
Big Splash


Swimming has long been viewed as a sport for people of any ages - but with an aging population seeking new methods of keeping fit and healthy there has actually been a surge in individuals over 50 taking up surfing in Britain.


Think surfing and pictures of tanned-teens with sun bleached hair come to mind however go to beaches all over Britain and you may be amazed to see a somewhat more mature group of 'boarders' capturing the early morning wave.


By 2012, it is anticipated 41% of the population in Britain will be over 50. According to the Active People Survey 40% of these men and females are physically inactive.


But at groups all over the country, such as Newcastle's Silver Surfers - a browse club for the over 50s, people are savoring the enjoyable and health benefits water sports can bring.


Like swimming, surfing is an accessible kind of exercise and can be done by anyone no matter their age, weight, background or capability, alone or with their family and good friends.


A group of water sport fanatics informed the Big Splash how taking to the water has actually helped to keep them young.


RICH EMERSON


Many guys and women returning from the fronts face individual and mental struggles, however as one British guy has actually found, the sea can be a sanctuary.


Rich Emerson, a battle veteran, suffers with PTSD (post distressing tension disorder) and started with pal and browse partner Russ Pierre, to assist others like himself.


Surf Action is a social business specialising in surf treatment for hurt or psychologically scarred former servicemen.


Russ explains how browsing takes you far from the barriers of everyday life.


He said: "Surfing is not a treatment but a focus, an enthusiasm and an activity that needs determination, determination and above all the aspiration to be successful.


"However, forgetting all that, it is fun, it makes you smile.


"I believe there are enough opportunities, we're an island, it just takes a little get up and go. We do not have a little inspiration however it's so fulfilling."


CLIFF COX


With extraordinary included advantages for body and mind, Cliff Cox, previous two-times English Masters Champion turned browse trainer, credits his wellbeing to browsing, enjoying the way it keeps him young at 50.


Cliff described: "Being out in the ocean maximizes all the emotion, you go home a pleased camper at the end of the day.


"Surfing is remarkable both psychologically and physically - being out in the water you do not hesitate, it's a great little bit of escapism.


"I absolutely think browsing and swimming work together, it actually assists your swimming capability and confidence in the water."


SYDNEY MARKS


Sydney Marks who turns 80 in November is a firm believer that anybody can be associated with anything on the water. He shows this theory by still water skiing as soon as a week at Action Watersports in Kent.


Sydney said: "Over the years I have actually been under a little pressure, however on the water you forget whatever.


"We go on the lake for the day with the kids with a bit of food and let the world pass you by.


"I might have a little less stamina and strength and be a little more mindful however you do it within your limits."


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www.actionwatersports.co.uk


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