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Bass Anglers: 5 Things You Should STOP Doing

Bass anglers, especially the competitive variety, need to become what I call “athlete anglers”.  Here are five things to stop doing that will make an impact on your health today! 1.  Stop consuming high sugar foods and processed carbs Eating … Continue reading

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FishStrong Workout #1

FishStrong workouts are designed to be physically challenging while being simple enough for those with little experience to execute.  The main goal of FishStrong workouts is to strengthen and condition your entire body to increase endurance on the water and … Continue reading

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5 Non-Negotiable Exercises for Fishermen

Some things in life should be non-negotiable.  Examples include stopping at red lights, spending time with your kids, changing the oil in your car, avoiding trans fats in your diet, getting adequate sleep, braided line on Lake Okeechobee, and on … Continue reading

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Two-Arm Kettlebell Swing

The two-arm kettlebell swing.  An exercise staple. This builds muscular endurance, explosive strength, back strength, and grooves proper hip extension to keep you pain free for the long haul.  This one will put a pep in your step for sure. … Continue reading

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Kettlebell Swings for Fishermen?

If you’re the only fisherman in the field who trains like this, you’ll have an edge on the competition… those who are struggling just to step on/off the deck and bend over to lip fish. Is it a stretch to … Continue reading

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Perfect Foods Bar Giveaway!!

It’s Giveaway Time! Remember I told you about the Perfect Foods Bars?  If you missed it, you can read about them here. We’re going to give a whole variety box away to THREE lucky winners.  All you have to do … Continue reading

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A New Way to Punch!

There’s a new way to punch.  No, you don’t need any 8′ rods, braided line, or heavy tungsten weights.  I’m talking about FishStrong’s new rewards program called “PunchTab”! HOW IT WORKS Make sure you’re logged into Facebook and start showing … Continue reading

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Fishing Strong with Dave Mansue

Dave Mansue is a durable man.  He’s been through a lot.  He’s a survivor… of prostate cancer and two back surgeries, that is.  Mansue knows a little something about being rugged.  Even after all these challenges the current PAA president … Continue reading

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Fishing Strong with Randy Howell

Triton/Mercury pro Randy Howell is yet another professional angler who knows the importance of maintaining fitness for optimal performance on the water. I caught up with Howell recently and asked him a few questions about the role fitness plays in … Continue reading

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“Extend” Your Fishing Career

  Dr. Ryan House, of In Motion Spine and Joint Center in Spring Hill, TN, not only makes his living by treating injuries to the joints and soft tissues of the body, but he’s also a bass fisherman. I can … Continue reading

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