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. — Joel Parkinson Copy Share Image
Losing one grounds you a bit. I learned a lot after losing the title in 2009, learned that I was probably too intense that year, and when I didn't win, I just felt horrible. — Joel Parkinson Copy Share Image
You have to prepare yourself physically as much as possible for a bad wipeout. — Joel Parkinson Copy Share Image
As soon as I get bored, I start missing the kids, so I dont let myself get bored. I just go surfing. — Joel Parkinson Copy Share Image
I stay away from big chunks of carbs and try to keep it lean, even when Im competing. — Joel Parkinson Copy Share Image
I stay away from big chunks of carbs and try to keep it lean, even when I'm competing. — Joel Parkinson Copy Share Image
I think we want to make the sport bigger and better and leave a good legacy for the next generation that comes through. — Joel Parkinson Copy Share Image
As soon as I get bored, I start missing the kids, so I don't let myself get bored. I just go surfing. — Joel Parkinson Copy Share Image
It definitely takes a fair bit of experience to know what's the right kind of wave and which is the wrong wave. — Joel Parkinson Copy Share Image
You only need two waves in a heat, so I try and keep my surfs short and sweet and not too draining. Keep them… — Joel Parkinson Copy Share Image
Anything can happen at Pipeline; it's one of those waves where the most amazing wave can come through in one minute, and then nothing… — Joel Parkinson Copy Share Image
Having so many close calls in my career, it was such an awesome feeling to get that first world title. — Joel Parkinson Copy Share Image
