The Road to Fitness - Step 4 - Recovery (Step 4 of 4)
The Road to Fitness - Step 4 - Recovery (Step 4 of 4)

For the past three weeks we have talked about the different steps to your road to fitness. We started with CONSISTENCY, then discussed ACCURACY. Last week we talked about INTENSITY, and this week we are discussing the final step, RECOVERY. This step is crucial to your extended health and ends up leading right back into consistency. If you do not recover correctly and get injured, then you will not be able to be consistent with your workouts. Recovery can mean a number of things, and I suggest you take a look at some resources offered by online coaches. Kelly Starrett is a great resource and has a book on recovery called “Becoming a Supple Lepoard”. Sleep is another crucial step to recovery. Enhancing your sleeping environment (your bedroom) can lead to you being well rested, resulting in better fitness recovery. Matthew Walker has a great book on this called “Why We Sleep”.

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Conservationist Mike Kimmel AKA The Python Cowboy
Conservationist Mike Kimmel AKA The Python Cowboy

This week I had the opportunity to sit down with Mike Kimmel, who is more commonly known as The Python Cowboy. Mike is contracted by the state of Florida to help remove many different invasive species including pythons, iguanas, hogs, and many other species. Earlier this year, Mike caught a new Florida record python, measuring over 17 feet in length. Mike was bitten by the python during the capture and filmed the whole experience. You can see that video here. During this podcast, we discussed many issues that Florida is having with wildlife conservation and what Mike is doing to combat it. Be sure to listen to the full podcast, because we get into some crazy stories from Mike’s adventures.

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How To Use A Landing Net For Saltwater Fishing
How To Use A Landing Net For Saltwater Fishing

Last week, we discussed how to choose the best landing net for your fishing situation. This week we are talking about the most effective way to use a landing net. A landing net is a great tool to have in your boat to decrease the stress on the fish and safely and efficiently catch and release a fish. If you do not use a net the proper way, it could result in you losing the fish. Too many times I have seen net being used improperly, and the line ends up getting wrapped around the net, resulting in a lost fish.

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George Poveromo - 20 Years of TV Shows, Seminars and Educating Anglers
George Poveromo - 20 Years of TV Shows, Seminars and Educating Anglers

This week I had the chance to sit down with the Legendary George Poveromo. George has been on television for 20 years now, hosting “George Poveromo’s World of Saltwater Fishing” which now airs on The Discovery Channel.George and I have a lot in common from the Television world, and he has some crazy stories. He shared one which was nearly his last. While fishing with Capt Nick Stanzyk, he was pulled in by a swordfish and thought he was going to lose his life. We share some other great stories including how he and his father used to go to the Marquesas Keys when he was just a kid and many more in this podcast, so be sure to listen all the way through to hear everything we talk about! If you are a fan of George, share this podcast with someone you watched his shows with. Tag us both on Instagram and let him know you listened.

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How To Choose A Landing Net For Saltwater Fishing
How To Choose A Landing Net For Saltwater Fishing

“What is the best landing net for saltwater fishing?” And “DO I even need a landing net for saltwater fishing?” I got both of these questions recently so I thought I’d dedicate todays episode to giving my 2 cents. Today we start part 1 of a 2 part series on landing nets. First, I am going to go over the attributes of a landing net that are important to me and why those same attributes may be things you want to consider. With this in mind, I describe and even say by name the net I consider to be the perfect landing net for me.

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The Road To Fitness - Step 2 - Accuracy (Step 2 of 4)
The Road To Fitness - Step 2 - Accuracy (Step 2 of 4)

Last week we talked about how to develop CONSISTENCY as the first step in your road to fitness. In this episode, we talk about the second step in the process, ACCURACY. In order to make the most out of your workout, you want to make sure that you are doing all of the movements and exercises correctly. This may require getting a coach, or even something as simple as watching some YouTube videos. Doing 20 perfect pushups can be a lot better for you than doing 100 pushups with bad form. If you are going to put in the time to work out, you want to make sure that you are making the most out of it, you owe it to yourself. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast so that you will be notified when we talk about step 3 of 4, which is INTENSITY.

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Three Generations of Rowlands - Featuring Tom Sr., Tom Jr., Turner, and Hayden Rowland
Three Generations of Rowlands - Featuring Tom Sr., Tom Jr., Turner, and Hayden Rowland

This week is a very special week for the Tom Rowland Podcast. I had the opportunity for a 3 generation trip to Montana to fish and visit with my family. Tom Rowland, Sr joins Turner Rowland, Hayden Rowland and Me, Tom Rowland for a great discussion on family, fishing, wisdom, parenting and funny stories. I had never heard a few of the stories and the world is about to learn how I could grow up with a live grenade in my living room for 42 years. Recently my Dad found it as they were moving out of their house and the story of trying to get rid of it was hilarious.

Join the Rowland family on this podcast to get to know us all a little better, laugh, learn and tell a few stories.

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Permit Fishing 101 - Spinning Tackle And Techniques
Permit Fishing 101 - Spinning Tackle And Techniques

If an angler wants to maximize his chances at permit, the spinning rod is unquestionably the most useful tool available. The spinning rod allows anglers to cast small and large crabs, light artificial lures and jigs and live shrimp in every condition. In the Florida Keys, we experience seasonal changes that require me to alter my spinning tackle to optimize the conditions. For example, winter and spring conditions are often windy; a condition that allows guides to get very close to the fish before they become alarmed. The rough conditions camouflage anglers and boats contrary to the extreme calm.

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Permit Fishing 101 - Seasons And Guides Featuring Captain Nick Labadie
Permit Fishing 101 - Seasons And Guides Featuring Captain Nick Labadie

The Lower Florida Keys are one of the very best places in the world to catch Permit on the flats. In order for Permit to be plentiful, they need the right temperature, food source, vast inshore and offshore habitat and structure such as wrecks, coral heads, and bridges. I sat down with Capt. Nick Labadie of Tailing Water Expeditions (find him on Instagram @captnicklabadie) and discussed boats, guides, seasons, time of year, tides, and questions to ask that go into a planning a trip for one of the most difficult fish in the ocean, the permit.

Definitely listen to this podcast with Nick if you are interested in permit fishing. Below you will find some of my own information on seasons and guides. The podcast has much more information than this article.

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Public Land Hunting Success with Ryan Nitz
Public Land Hunting Success with Ryan Nitz

This week I had the chance to sit down with Ryan Nitz and talk to him about public land hunting in Florida. Ryan is an avid hunter and has spent a TON of time hunting on public land. He has a ton of good advice for anything from gear all the way down to specific techniques that will grant you the most success with hunting public land. We also talk about public land etiquette, rules and regulations, and things to avoid when you are out there. Be sure to follow Ryan on Instagram @ryannitz to see how his hunting season is going this year, and to reach out to him with any additional questions you may have.

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Permit Fishing 101 - How To Catch A Permit On Fly Featuring Capt Brandon Cyr and Capt Tom Rowland
Permit Fishing 101 - How To Catch A Permit On Fly Featuring Capt Brandon Cyr and Capt Tom Rowland

Fourth-generation Conch and Key West Flats Guide Brandon Cyr joins me today to discuss everything about how to catch a permit on a fly rod. This is one you do not want to miss if you ever aspire to catch this incredible fish. While we agree on most of these tactics, we do have some differences. Brandon recently won the IGFA Permit Fly Tournament with Nick Labadie and has been catching a lot of permit on fly. Find out how he does it.

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How To Begin Your Road To Fitness (Step 1 of 4) - Consistency
How To Begin Your Road To Fitness (Step 1 of 4) - Consistency

For Physical Friday this week, we start a 4 step process to beginning a road to fitness. I get emails all the time from people that want to get into fitness, but are not sure where to start. Over the next 4 weeks, I will go over in detail the 4 crucial steps involved in getting started. Week 1 is all about consistency. This is the first step in making fitness a part of your life. I go over some key things that you can do to help with consistency, and explain how I have applied these to my everyday life. Make sure you subscribe and stay tuned because next week we will discuss part 2, which is accuracy.

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Meko Glinton - Bahamian Superstar Fishing Guide -Guiding Lefty Kreh, Liam Neeson, Michael Keaton and More
Meko Glinton - Bahamian Superstar Fishing Guide -Guiding Lefty Kreh, Liam Neeson, Michael Keaton and More

Meko Glinton has a deep family heritage of guiding in the Bahamas. He has established a reputation as one of the best fishing guides down there at this time. Through his career, he has become the bonefish guide to the stars. Lefty Kreh, Liam Neeson, Michael Keaton, Tom Brokaw, and many more of the worlds most famous people have been clients and soon become friends of Meko. In this episode, I talk to Meko about his style of fishing and what factors in to his success. Meko tells many stories including one about the day that he got so lost on a charter that he ended up at a different Bahamian island. We talk about the state of the Bahamas after Dorian and guiding during the pandemic. When you fish with Meko you get the Meko Experience. Today anglers all over the world can have the Meko Experience through this podcast.

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8 Bonefish Flies You Must Have In Your Box
8 Bonefish Flies You Must Have In Your Box

Today, I answer a question from a listener. “How do I pick a bonefish fly?” I open my bonefish box and go through 8 flies that I would feel unprepared without. We go over the most important quality in selecting a fly; sink rate. I show the different flies and organize them based on sink rate from slowest to fastest. Is it more important to have a variety of different flies or a variety of sink rates? I go over the answer and how I have prepared for trips around the world. You can have a bonefish fly box that will help you to be successful wherever you go.

Video and photos by @jasonstemplephoto and @bonefishbluff

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8 Exercises With Just A Pullup Bar - Fitness Does Not Have To Be Expensive
8 Exercises With Just A Pullup Bar - Fitness Does Not Have To Be Expensive

I go over 8 exercises today that require nothing more than a pullup bar. Heck, it doesn’t even need to be a real pullup bar. A jungle gym, playground equipment or any bar you can hang from will work.

Bar hang, Knees to Elbows, Toes To Bar, Dead Hang Pullup, Kipping Pullups, Clap Pullups, and the Muscle Up are all covered. There is a video that goes with this episode that may help you to understand exactly what I am talking about in this episode. Check out this link and subscribe to our Youtube channel to get a new video every week.

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Secrets Of Sponsorship And How They Are Changing Every Day with Industry Veteran Bob Bagby
Secrets Of Sponsorship And How They Are Changing Every Day with Industry Veteran Bob Bagby

This week I had the chance to sit down with with my old friend Bob Bagby and discuss the sponsorship side of the fishing industry. Bob spent his career working with some of the biggest names in the fishing industry. Bill Dance, Shaw Grigsby, Kevin Van Dam, and yes, even Tom Rowland and many more. Bob has a unique perspective on sponsorships because his job was finding the right people to partner with and then maintain that relationship for years. We talk about what brands are looking for, what he looks for in a good person to sponsor, and how to provide value to brands. I hope that this episode is useful to those looking for sponsorship opportunities in the outdoor industry, and that you will share this podcast with anyone who would find this helpful.

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HOW 2 TUESDAY - How To Choose The Best Spinning Rod For Inshore Saltwater Fishing
HOW 2 TUESDAY - How To Choose The Best Spinning Rod For Inshore Saltwater Fishing

Last week we discussed the best all-around fly rod. Today, we discuss the best all-around spinning rod for inshore fishing. If I had to pick one, I would go with a 7 foot, 8-17 pound rod with a moderate tip flex. For me, the go-to is the St. Croix Mojo Inshore. I would pair this with a 4000 size spinning rod. This setup is perfect for all around inshore fishing. Obviously different rod lengths and actions can be better for specific situations, but if you only want to get one rod for fishing inshore, this is what I would go with. It will help you land a number of different fish species, and can handle a variety of different situations. What else would you like to hear about for How 2 Tuesday? Send me an email at podcast@saltwaterexperience.com with your ideas!

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PHYSICAL FRIDAY - 3 Stretches To Avoid Or Eliminate Low Back Pain On The Boat
PHYSICAL FRIDAY - 3 Stretches To Avoid Or Eliminate Low Back Pain On The Boat

Fishermen are notorious for having back problems. It is a very physical activity that often requires heavy lifting and carrying heavy things. This can cause issues, however the big issue that has caused back problems for me has been all the sitting. Long drives to fishing locations, long rides on the boat and often a week of sitting in the office waiting to go fishing on the weekend can be the cause of chronic low back pain. When we sit for long periods we get “short’ in the front of the hip which can cause issues in the low back. This week we discuss 3 crucial stretches for taking care of those tight hips. 3The first stretch that I go over I call the helm stretch because I do it while standing at the helm of my boat all the time. You can use anything of the right height to do this stretch. I use two coolers for this example, but it is easy to find a gunnel or lean post on your boat that is the perfect height. The second stretch is the couch stretch. You can do this while you watch TV or with any item about the height of a couch. The third stretch is the lying hamstring stretch. I use any type of strap or band that I can find to do this stretch. All three of these are great ways to avoid or reduce lower back pain, and increase the time that you can spend out on the water.

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Capt. Rick Moore - Sailing Sophisticated Lady
Capt. Rick Moore - Sailing Sophisticated Lady

This week I had the chance to sit down with Captain Rick Moore of the Sailing Sophisticated Lady vessel. Rick lives full time on a sailboat and has turned it into a full time career for himself between running charters and filming YouTube videos. Rick now has over 130,000 subscribers and is still growing. Rick has made his vessel fully self sustainable, and even did this podcast from his boat off the coast of Colombia. Rick is originally from Canada, and grew up doing a number of different jobs that has helped lead to his success on the water today. Rick has an incredible story about how he has been able to make this a reality. He also gave some of the best advice I have ever heard for anyone who wants to change career paths or wants to do something considered outside the box. If you have a desire to follow your dreams and make something unlikely your every day job, be sure to listen to this podcast to hear the full story and share it with someone else who may need to hear Rick’s advice.

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