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 biggenerationgood Change image and share on social
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 borekidmiss Change image and share on social
If you can lessen the chance of a bad injury by being strong, you have to do it. Joel Parkinson badchanceinjury Change image and share on social
I guess you're only as good as the waves. Joel Parkinson goodguesswave Change image and share on social
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 bitefeltground Change image and share on social
Having so many close calls in my career, it was such an awesome feeling to get that first world title. Joel Parkinson awesomecallcareer Change image and share on social
When I enjoy my surfing, I get good results, and I've always had fun in South Africa. Joel Parkinson africaenjoyfun Change image and share on social
For me, I like to keep it real simple; I just worry about myself, the waves, and my surroundings. Joel Parkinson realsimplesurrounding Change image and share on social
I've been on the tour for 12 years, and the big dream has always been to get a world title. Joel Parkinson bigdreamhave Change image and share on social
In the morning, I'll usually do eggs and toast, but at night I keep it all protein. Joel Parkinson eggmorningnight Change image and share on social
