Australian - Athlete | April 10, 1981 -
Having so many close calls in my career, it was such an awesome feeling to get that first world title.
Joel Parkinson
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I had plenty of invites and chances to party when I just started on tour, but I knew partying would prevent me from achieving my surfing potential.
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As soon as I get bored, I start missing the kids, so I don't let myself get bored. I just go surfing.
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You only need two waves in a heat, so I try and keep my surfs short and sweet and not too draining. Keep them intense and try and get the two best waves I can.
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I figure there's no point in stressing about what's out of my control, and all I can do is make the best of what I've got.
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I'm a basic steak-fish-salad kind of guy.
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I stay away from big chunks of carbs and try to keep it lean, even when I'm competing.
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In the morning, I'll usually do eggs and toast, but at night I keep it all protein.
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My favorite meal to make is seared ahi, and my wife does the most amazing pear salad.
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I used to be tense or nervous before heats. But I've learned to get rid of the negative stuff and just stay relaxed and positive - and it seems to be working for me.
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You have to prepare yourself physically as much as possible for a bad wipeout.
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If you can lessen the chance of a bad injury by being strong, you have to do it.
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