“No Shortcut”: 58-Year-Old Surfing Legend Revealed Life ‘Hacks’ Through Detailing an Insightful Daily Routine

Laird Hamilton is arguably the greatest big-wave surfer of all time. The pioneering surfer even co-invented a style of surfing called tow-in surfing. However, Laird is equally innovative about his health and fitness. Even though he is nearing his 60s, the legendary surfer is in phenomenal shape. In an interview from 2017, Hamilton talked about his fitness routine.

While Laird is an elite athlete who maintains a strict training regimen, fans can still aspire to replicate his daily routine to achieve similar results.

Laird Hamilton talked about life hacks

During an interview with the ‘Behind the Brand’ YouTube channel, Laird talked in detail about the training regimen that helps him maintain an elite level of fitness. “Can we talk about your training?” asked the host. He also mentioned how Laird looks “amazing,” even though he is well over 50. In response, Hamilton gave an insightful answer. “The way I approach my fitness is pretty all-inclusive,” said Laird.

“So it’s everything. It’s eating, hydration… the quality of my sleep. I mean, I’m always looking for ways to hack into my health,” Hamilton told the host. Additionally, he also clarified that he prefers not to use the term hack. He said that sometimes saying “hack” means getting something without having to work for it. However, there are “no shortcuts” in the 58-year-old’s way of life.

Laird said it’s about “task completion.” He explained his routine, which starts with him waking up at around 5:30 am. After waking up, the surfer hydrates himself because after sleeping for eight hours, the body needs to rehydrate. He then takes a shower and goes about his day. Laird is also mindful of what he eats. While his workout sessions are intense, the 6’3 phenom also doesn’t compromise with sleep.

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According to the surfing legend, it’s necessary to have a routine and optimize it. Adjustments like hydrating, starting the shower with hot water and ending it with cold water, and monitoring one’s sleep quality make a difference.

The big-wave surfer’s intense diet

In an interview with Graham Bensinger that aired in 2018, Hamilton explained his diet. The surfer said that he eats a lot of fat. However, he doesn’t take much in carbohydrates. Laird explained to Bensinger fat is a “much denser” source of energy than carbohydrates, which the body digests quickly.

Laird also said that people should avoid the “three devils” of diet. “White flour, white sugar and white (toned/pasteurized) milk,” said Hamilton.

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Today, the 58-year-old surfer maintains a high level of fitness. Everyone can benefit from the insightful tips that Hamilton provided in 2017.