Max Cherarak, skateboard coach and mental performance coach
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SLS Paris Roland-Garros: what skateboard pros do under pressure (and what you can copy)
On Saturday, October 3, 2026, Roland-Garros stadium swaps its clay courts for stairs, rails and ledges. Street League Skateboarding (SLS), the series…
After a bad fall in skateboarding, being hard on yourself doesn't help you try again
“Pull yourself together.” “It’s nothing, get back up.” “Stop complaining and try again.” If you’ve been skating for a while, you’ve heard a version…
Skateboarding injuries: complete prevention guide
Old Skullz Ankles, knees, wrists, back: the complete guide to preventing skateboard injuries The vast majority of skateboard injuries are avoidable.…
Fear of injury when returning to skateboarding at 35
The complete guide to building confidence and finally daring to try your tricks.
Skater mobility: a 13-minute routine to skate better
The holidays are great. Your body feeling as stiff as a wooden board on 26 December, less so. If you skate (or play a sport…
Vincent Milou's victory at Roland-Garros: a lesson in excellence for skaters
Le 11 octobre 2025, Vincent Milou a enflammé la Street League organisée à Roland-Garros. Au-delà du show, sa victoire offre des leçons concrètes pour tout skater…
Skateboarding visualization – progress 3x faster with Rise & Grind
Tu veux progresser en skate plus vite, réussir tes tricks et comprendre comment les pros utilisent la visualisation mentale ? La méthode Rise & Grind d’Old…
Rise and Grind : Maxime Cherarak
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The podcast that goes Beyond Skateboarding
Sport, progrès bien être. Votre rendez vous au-delà du skate. Nous lançons un podcast (voir ci dessous). Mais avant de vous le présenter il est important…
Why are skaters so good?
Pourquoi les skaters actuels sont si forts et comment faire pour progresser facilement en skateboard ? Le coach s'est servi de son voyage récent aux États…
Rise and Grind : Maxime Cherarak
Rise and grind Maxime Cherarak : L'expérience d'un expert à votre service Découvrez le parcours de Max, coach expert. 17 ans d’expérience, athlète pro, 6 000…