Scoring perfect waves in the Mentawais is every surfer’s dream — and keeping your body strong between sessions makes those dream sessions even better. At The Point Mentawai, you enjoy more than just front-row access to world-class surf — you have the ideal setup to stay fit, recover fully, and feel amazing every day of your trip.
Whether you’re a seasoned charger or planning your first Mentawai adventure, here are some simple ways to maintain peak surf fitness and enjoy every moment — plus how our friends at Hollow Trees Resort make it even easier.
Make the Most of the Gym
Surfing works your entire body — strong shoulders for paddling, a powerful core for popping up, and balanced legs for smooth turns. Adding focused training helps you surf longer and with more confidence.
Just a short stroll from The Point Mentawai, Hollow Trees Resort offers a paid open gym used by surf travelers from around the world. The gym includes free weights, upper body machine, functional trainning equipment,mats, and more to help you target surf-specific muscles and boost your endurance. A quick workout before your dawn session or some light strength training on a break day keeps you feeling strong and ready for your next wave.
Join a Class — Stretch, Strengthen, and Refresh
Flexibility and mobility help every surfer move better and recover faster. Hollow Trees Resort hosts paid fitness classes designed specifically with surfers in mind—like Pilates, foam rolling, mobility-focused yoga, and functional strength training. These guided sessions focus on opening tight shoulders, improving hip mobility, and building core strength to keep you surf-ready.
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Eat Well and Hydrate Often
At The Point , every stay includes three fresh, chef-prepared meals a day—bringing together Indo-Mediterranean flavors, local ingredients, and healthy cooking that fuels long sessions and fast recovery. Expect colorful dishes, bold flavors, and plenty of variety to keep your energy up between surfs. And don’t forget to hydrate! The tropical heat will drain you fast, so load up on mineral water, fresh coconuts, and (of course) Indonesia’s favorite post-surf electrolyte fix—Pocari Sweat. Your body (and your next session) will thank you.
Relax Fully — It’s Part of Surfing Well
Rest is just as important as training. After a rewarding session, relaxing your body helps you recharge and surf even better the next day. At The Point Mentawai, your comfortable beachfront or jungle-view room, cozy hammocks, and ocean-view deck in front of the swimming pool, create the perfect space to unwind.
Surf, Train, Explore, and Relax — Your Perfect Mentawai Routine
With epic waves, beautiful nature, nourishing food, and the bonus of a paid gym and fitness classes at Hollow Trees Resort, staying surf-fit in the Mentawais feels natural and fun.
Ready to ride perfect waves and feel your best every day? Contact us — The Point Mentawai team is here to help plan your ultimate surf getaway.