PPP Episode 24: Chasing Bumps with Cory Hill

Peak Paddle Performance Podcast

In this podcast I have the opportunity to sit down with one of the best surfski paddler in the world right now, Cory Hill aka Chill Hill. Like most surfski paddlers, Cory is incredibly humble and seems mature beyond his years. Balancing relationships and a full time career, Cory does an unimaginable job competing at the very top of his game. We have a casual discussion covering a range of topics as I work to extract what makes Cory tick and how he does it. I can’t claim to be anywhere near the level Cory is at, but I felt that I really connected with his philosophy on life, paddling, competition, and what makes him tick. I found it especially interesting to hear him describe the stories that can crop up in his mind both while racing and while working his day job. I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did
Just a brief sample of the topic areas we covered:

• Cory’s start in Surf Life Saving and a detailed discussion around what exactly the sport entails
• What drew Cory away from surf life saving and into surfski racing
• Winning the world championships in Hong Kong
• Training for and racing Molokai
• General approach to training
• Why Cory sometimes races with music
• Thoughts on the one key thing to focus on with forward stroke
• Downwind paddling and using the angles to ride waves like a surfer
• Influential mentors

Cory is sponsored by Shaw Hill Partners Race Team. Check out their website for updates and some exciting content coming soon.

You can also find Cory on Facebook