Routines

Markus Rydberg reflects on 2016 as well as his latest episode of the Viking Diaries

Markus Rydberg (Simmer / Simmer Sails) has just released the latest episode of his on going series ‘The Viking Diaries’, which sees the Swede mainly sailing at home in another slick edit, which you can see by visiting @ vimeo.com/192319042.

We also caught up with Markus for a short interview which you can read below:

PWA: Where was your latest video filmed? 

MR: “It was filmed mostly in Sweden and a tiny bit in Denmark.” 

PWA: Your latest episode is called Routines... what's a typical routine for you?

MR: "Well, the description from Westcoast Visuals is pretty spot on:  Trying to become a professional athlete means that you need routines. Keeping contact with your sponsors, reach out to new potential sponsors, managing your social media platforms, training on the water, training off the water, going to competitions, interviews, and more training on the water. And then do it all over again and again.”

PWA: How was 2016 for you? 

MR: “2016 was special. I had the chance to spend a long time on Gran Canaria which really helped my level on port tack. I came back from a shoulder injury and really pushed myself this summer.

Result wise it could have gone better but I learned a lot and have really become a better competitor. Before I was freaking out in every heat but now I feel more composed and solid. I was pretty happy with the canaries leg but the last two events I participated in I had a hard time showcasing myself in the light and tricky conditions!” 

PWA: What are you plans for winter and what will yo be working on? 

MR: “I’m off to Cape Town for the winter and will work on my height, style and consistency. Also to be able to preform when the conditions are less than ideal. Move wise I have a few in mind that I will put extra effort in to. And to really enjoy being able to travel and be windsurfing a lot, I’m lucky :)." 

PWA: Aims/plans for 2017

MR: “To get that breakthrough I am working so hard for!"

If you missed the earlier link to Markus Rydberg’s latest video ‘Routines’ then here it is again… https://vimeo.com/192319042.

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