In aviation, checklists help identify human errors and potential risks before take-off. This safety concept has made flying one of the safest modes of transportation, even as we soar through the clouds at nearly 1000 km/h, enjoying a movie and a Bloody Mary in a soft seat. Similarly, in wingfoiling, we take off and ultimately desire a safe journey. Every sport carries its risks, and wingfoiling is no exception. How much risk are you willing to take to learn something new? As a professional athlete, I juggle risks daily and have learned the hard way that the key to progress lies in how we approach the endeavor.
Everyone has their way of handling risk. Some may be more daring, plunging into the surf, while others take a cautious approach. Not only do our characteristics play a role, but also how we adapt daily to nature's whims. Ever-changing winds and waves can turn a relaxed flatwater spot into a kamikaze zone with gnarly shorebreak overnight.
My career as a professional athlete has been marked by more than one injury: 2 ACL tears in the same knee, both
