W atermelon is naturally rich in electrolytes, specifically potassium, which is essential for nerve and muscle function and responsible for converting blood sugar into glycogen. L-citrulline is not just good for muscle soreness: A study out of Florida State University found that people given a six-gram supplement of L-citrulline from watermelon extract for six weeks lowered their blood pressure and had improved arterial function, making watermelon an effective natural weapon against hypertension.

Watermelon is a great source of vitamin A. Vitamin A is required for sebum production in the body, a nutrient that keeps hair and skin moisturized. Vitamin A is also necessary for promoting growth of all bodily tissues including hair and skin, and plays a key role in maintaining eye health.

Body surfing (or body boarding) at Sandy Beach Oahu is the best chance you’ll ever have at riding inside a Hawaiian “tube” wave.  It’s also the best chance you’ll ever have at breaking your neck if you have no idea what you’re doing, so exercise some critical judgment about your abilities before you attempt this. Almost every single wave in the shore break at Sandy Beach Oahu forms a nearly perfect tube before crashing into the sand with enough force to knock even the strongest bystander off his feet!   I’ve ridden hundreds of such waves here.  The experience of even short tube rides such as these is thrilling!  Yet even though I knew what I was doing, I’ve been slammed into the sand pretty hard as well (more than a few times).

Due to consistently strong breezes, Sandy Beach Park is an excellent place to fly kites.  Go on a weekend, and you’ll be astonished by the size and variety of kites flown by hobbyists.  Furthermore, the beach itself is wide and beautiful – and they don’t call it Sandy Beach Oahu without reason!