The pop up is a under-rated skill. A strong, balanced and fast pop-up is a skill worth its weight in gold for any surfer, especially is fast heavy conditions.

Here we analyze the pop up from a strength training point of view.

Also see:

https://surfhealthandfitness.com/2012/07/31/pop-up-pt-1-2/

Also see: https://surfhealthandfitness.com/2012/07/31/surfboard-shape-core-strength-pt-1/