Ben Fogle Spotted Paddleboarding During Family Holiday
Television presenter Ben Fogle was spotted paddleboarding shirtless on a sparkling alpine lake during a recent family holiday.
Preparation for Upcoming Series
The New Lives in the Wild star, 51, posted the image as he prepares for series 20 of his show, which is due to arrive on 14 August.
Fogle's Appreciation for Waterways
Sharing the shot, Fogle praised being on the water, noting his enjoyment of all kinds of waterways — from oceans and lakes to rivers and ponds.
Health Benefits of Paddleboarding
Lifestyle coach David Wiener, of the Freeletics app, told HELLO! that paddleboarding is an effective way to build and tone muscle.
Muscle Engagement
Wiener highlighted that paddling engages the arm muscles continuously, strengthening the biceps and triceps with each stroke. He described paddleboarding as a low-impact yet powerful workout that also works the lower body.
Muscle Groups Targeted
He added that the activity targets a wide range of muscle groups — including the abdominals, lats, rhomboids, hamstrings, traps, and quadriceps — while improving ove...