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The word kayak comes from an Inuit word meaning “man-boat” or “hunting boat.” The Inuits, you might know as “Eskimos,” lived around Greenland and used kayaks made from animal skins stretched over wooden or whale-bone frames for transportation, hunting, and fishing.

Paddling not only provides a complete body workout in beautiful and peaceful surroundings but can also enable you to unwind, recharge and forget your everyday troubles. Plus, it is an easy, enjoyable and fun low-impact workout that provides a wide range of experiences.

an open canoe, especially an Eskimo canoe made of sealskins stretched over a frame.

: a light narrow boat that has both ends tapered to a point, is propelled by a double-bladed paddle, and often has a closed top except for an opening in which the paddler sits with the legs extended straight out in front: a.

Kayaking Facts You Should Know About

• The word “kayak” means “man's boat” or “hunter's boat.”
• Kayaks originated from the sub-Arctic regions.
• Old kayaks were made of whalebones and animal skins.
• Oscar Speck traveled aboard a kayak from Germany to Australia.
• In 1936, kayak races were included in the Olympics.

Kayaking is a popular water sport for people of all ages. Kayaks come in many varieties, including recreational, fishing, whitewater, touring, and sit-on-top designs. Along with kayaking solo, you can also use a tandem kayak that seats two people.

Canoeing and kayaking are low impact activities that can improve your aerobic fitness, strength and flexibility. Specific health benefits include: Improved cardiovascular fitness. Increased muscle strength, particularly in the back, arms, shoulders and chest, from moving the paddle.

It has a pointed bow and stern and no keel and is covered except for a cockpit in which the paddler or paddlers sit, facing forward and using a double-bladed paddle. The kayak was commonly built for one occupant but could be designed for two or three.

Canoeing and kayaking are low impact activities that can improve your aerobic fitness, strength and flexibility. Specific health benefits include: Improved cardiovascular fitness. Increased muscle strength, particularly in the back, arms, shoulders and chest, from moving the paddle.

According to Outdoor Industry Association participation data from 2022, recreational kayaking leads the paddlesports category in popularity: Recreational kayak – 13.6 million participants. Sea/touring kayak – 2.6 million. Whitewater kayak – 2.7 million.

Kayaking gives a thrilling sense of adventure And no matter your destination, paddling allows you to get closer to nature and enjoy your surroundings without disturbing it. Kayaking enables you to explore both well-known places and exciting new areas.