Destruction Quote by Laird Hamilton

The amount of things you can do with a kettlebell is unsurpassed by any other training equipment - dumbbells, resistance machines, free weights.

— Laird Hamilton

People don't think much about breathing. Of all the things we take for granted, breathing has to be number one - even though it's…

— Laird Hamilton

I need a big wave to really excel. The smaller stuff is a bit like...ballet for me.

— Laird Hamilton

What separates great athletes from mediocre ones isn't only talent and training - it's also how well they can handle discomfort.

— Laird Hamilton

People always ask me when they see me working out, "What are you training for?" The answer is I'm training for life.

— Laird Hamilton

I love espresso... You could give me five shots of espresso, a quarter stick of butter, a quarter stick of coconut oil and other…

— Laird Hamilton

Anyone who knows what he's doing takes a serious attitude toward a risky situation and doesn't take it lightly.

— Laird Hamilton

You want to have diversity in your diet. Too much red meat can leave me feeling sluggish, and sometimes my body will clue me…

— Laird Hamilton

When you weight train, take your ego out of the equation. If you pick up a giant rack and start squatting, you can throw…

— Laird Hamilton

The biggest mistake anyone can make is being too strict. That stress far outweighs the value of what you're doing. There's a disciplined way…

— Laird Hamilton

There needs to be a reason to go, so you go deeper into whatever place you're visiting to find those unforgettable experiences.

— Laird Hamilton

While swimming is a great workout, it's also one of the best activities for recovery. It improves the flexibility in your arms and shoulders,…

— Laird Hamilton