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.
From Joel Parkinson
When I enjoy my surfing, I get good results, and I've always had fun in South Africa.
Having so many close calls in my career, it was such an awesome feeling to get that first world title.
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.
As soon as I get bored, I start missing the kids, so I don't let myself get bored. I just go surfing.
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.
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.
I'm a basic steak-fish-salad kind of guy.
I stay away from big chunks of carbs and try to keep it lean, even when I'm competing.
In the morning, I'll usually do eggs and toast, but at night I keep it all protein.
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