There’s no doubt that surfing is addictive, but did you know it’s been scientifically proved?

Riding waves can trigger the release of a neurotransmitter called dopamine that stimulates the brain’s pleasure and reward centres.

If you have a high sensation-seeking personality (take the quiz here), you’ll experience that pleasure more intensely.

Once you’re hooked on the feeling, it’ll keep you coming back for more and more. And it’s no bad thing.

I had no idea my life would change completely the first time I stood up on a surfboard and tasted the high of being stoked!