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In this conversation, Jay and Sarah discuss the topic of diving from vehicles. Sarah shares a funny story about her van breaking down on the freeway and the importance of being prepared for breakdowns. They discuss the essential items to have in your vehicle, such as jumper cables, fix-a-flat, fire extinguisher, tow cables, and water. Jay and Sarah operate different vehicles and they discuss the benefits of an open bed truck for diving versus the need for privacy, like a van that Sarah drives. They talk about the challenges of transporting tanks and securing gear in their vans and trucks. Jay shares his method of using pool noodles to secure tanks in his truck bed, while Sarah uses her wetsuit to wedge tanks in her van. They also discuss the importance of securing gear to prevent damage and theft. 
Overall, they provide insights and tips on how to safely transport and store diving equipment in vehicles.
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In this conversation, Jay and Sarah discuss the topic of diving from vehicles. Sarah shares a funny story about her van breaking down on the freeway and the importance of being prepared for breakdowns. They discuss the essential items to have in your vehicle, such as jumper cables, fix-a-flat, fire extinguisher, tow cables, and water. They also talk about the benefits of having an open bed truck for diving and the convenience of having a toilet in a van. Sarah talks about her van setup and how she uses her wetsuit to secure the tanks, while Jay shares his method of using pool noodles and tie-down straps in his truck. They also discuss the importance of securing gear and share tips on using storage bins and locking them to prevent theft.  Overall, the conversation highlights the importance of being prepared and having the necessary equipment when diving from vehicles.
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Subscribe to the podcast so you get notified when new episodes drop;Leave a rating wherever you listen to your podcastsSend the link to the show, ‘divetable.com,’ to a dive buddy, your dive team, or your last scuba instructor.Share your thoughts with us by leaving us a voicemail here on our website or say,’Howdy!’Join us on our Facebook group, www.facebook.com/groups/thedivetable 
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Sarah Miller
www.azulunlimited.com

Fish Dive Surf, Inc.
https://fishdivesurf.com/
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In this episode, Jay and Sarah discuss the importance of nutrition and hydration in diving. They share their personal experiences of not properly fueling their bodies before dives and the negative effects it had on their performance and well-being. They emphasize the need for a well-rounded diet with complex proteins, fats, and carbs, and the importance of staying away from processed foods. They also discuss the role of hydration and electrolytes in preventing cramps and maintaining energy levels. 
Overall, they highlight the interconnectedness of nutrition, hydration, and diving performance.  It emphasizes the need for balance and understanding one's body.  Jay and Sarah share their personal experiences and strategies for fueling their bodies before and during dives. They discuss the role of food as medicine and the cultural and emotional aspects of eating. The conversation also touches on the importance of being prepared for worst-case scenarios and making judgment calls based on the conditions and individual capabilities.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Diving Experience07:50 Fueling Your Body for Dives14:53 Timing of Nutrition and Hydration33:24 Listening to Your Body: The Key to Optimal Diving
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Fish Dive Surf, Inc.
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In this conversation, Jay and Sarah discuss their experiences about cave diving.  They discuss their different preferences and experiences.  Sarah shares her motivation for revisiting cave diving and her desire to understand and explore it more. She also discusses the challenges and stress she faced during her recent cave dives and the importance of self-awareness and setting oneself up for success.  She reflects on her fear and plans to further explore and dissect her own fears in an upcoming YouTube video on Azul Unlimited. 
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Under Construction01:11 Cave Diving: Different Experiences and Preferences04:05 The Fascination of Cave Diving07:02 Facing Challenges and Recuperating10:08 The Unforgiving Nature of Cave Diving22:19 The Importance of Self-Awareness and Mindset27:59 The Role of Trust and Teamwork in Cave Diving30:02 The Mental Game in Challenging Environments30:52 The Importance of Mental Training in Diving31:40 Exploring Fear in Diving32:35 Different Perspectives on Diving Experiences33:35 The Importance of Building a Foundation in Cave Diving34:30 The Learning Process in Diving35:16 The Role of the Brain in Diving36:15 The Power of the Brain's Processor37:05 The Challenges of Dry Suit Diving37:29 The Importance of Being Switched On in Diving39:38 Progressing Along the Plateau41:29 The Humbling Experience of Diving43:23 Overcoming Navigation Challenges46:01 The Danger of Diving Accidents48:53 The Importance of Being a Thinking Diver51:19 The Role of the Brain in Diving Accidents53:15 Mitigating the Risks in Cave Diving55:52 Understanding Human Factors in Diving Accidents58:40 Closing Remarks
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The conversation revolves around the topic of diving with new people and the challenges and considerations that come with it. Both Jay and Sarah share their experiences and perspectives on the matter. They discuss the importance of building a team and finding compatible dive buddies. They also talk about the need to keep dives simple and gear minimal when diving with new people. Communication and understanding each other's experiences and comfort levels are key to ensuring a safe and enjoyable dive.  
They emphasize the need for open and honest conversations about fears, anxieties, and expectations before the dive. They also highlight the importance of observing the whole diver and being mentally prepared for the dive. Slowing down, being present, and taking the time to check in with oneself and the team are crucial for a safe and enjoyable dive. They also stress the significance of debriefing after the dive and building relationships outside of diving.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Personal Experiences02:03 Diving with New People03:04 Different Perspectives as Instructors04:01 Challenges of Building a Dive Team06:22 Finding Dive Buddies09:08 Upcoming Meetup in San Diego10:08 Benefits and Challenges of Diving with New People13:27 Using Online Platforms to Find Dive Buddies22:19 Observing and Communicating with New Divers23:16 Supporting New Divers and Managing Expectations24:28 Building Trust and Communication27:26 Taking Time and Being Mindful29:15 Observing the Whole Diver30:40 Slowing Down and Being Present36:32 The Importance of Debriefing43:29 Building Relationships Outside of Diving
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In this episode, Jay and Sarah discuss getting back into diving after a surface interval. They cover topics such as preparing and servicing gear, buying gear and prioritizing purchases, time vs. number of dives for gear servicing, buying secondhand gear, and preparing yourself as a diver. 
This conversation discusses the importance of refreshing diving skills and the timing of skill refreshment. It also explores the concept of recall and mental preparation, including the use of visualization and YouTube as tools. They emphasize the significance of communication and support in diving, while cautioning against judgment and ego. Additionally, Jay and Sarah announce a dive meetup as a means of community building. 
00:00 Introduction and Surface Intervals01:27 Preparing and Servicing Gear07:30 Time vs. Number of Dives for Gear Servicing15:40 Buying Secondhand Gear23:33 Importance of Refreshing Diving Skills24:24 Timing of Skill Refreshment25:22 Recall and Mental Preparation26:28 Building a Second Brain27:56 Mental Load of Diving28:32 Visualization and YouTube as Tools31:34 Communication and Support in Diving33:31 Avoiding Judgment and Ego in Diving37:23 Community Building and Dive Meetup Announcement44:08 Keeping Dives Simple and Building Confidence47:46 The Joy of Diving
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Sarah Miller
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Fish Dive Surf, Inc.
https://fishdivesurf.com/

(00:00) - Introduction and Surface Intervals

(01:27) - Preparing and Servicing Gear

(07:30) - Time vs. Number of Dives for Gear Servicing

(15:40) - Buying Secondhand Gear

(23:33) - Importance of Refreshing Diving Skills

(24:24) - Timing of Skill Refreshment

(25:22) - Recall and Mental Preparation

(26:28) - Building a Second Brain

(27:56) - Mental Load of Diving

(28:32) - Visualization and YouTube as Tools

(31:34) - Communication and Support in Diving

(33:31) - Avoiding Judgment and Ego in Diving

(37:23) - Community Building and Dive Meetup Announcement

(44:08) - Keeping Dives Simple and Building Confidence

(47:46) - The Joy of Diving