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SALE! 25% Off All SOF Prep Programs with code SOF25 (ends Sept. 30) 

Today's Topics:

00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:24 - Long Walk Fueling Strategy
00:05:39 - Getting Better at Golf
00:10:46 - Balancing Training and Hobbies
00:12:38 - Training After Field Exercises
00:15:03 - RRL and SFAS Before OSUT
00:18:11 - Favorite Quote for Motivation
00:22:24 - Hitting 550 Grams of Carbs
00:26:34 - Pairing 2 & 5 Mile With T850
00:28:38 - Mindset for 18Xs and Option 40s
00:31:32 - Adductor Recovery and Strengthening
00:32:47 - Family Life in Special Forces
00:39:45 - Hinge Variations: Pros and Cons
00:44:31 - Making Zone 2 Less Boring
00:47:33 - Best TTM Program for Muscle and Strength
00:49:47 - Cutting During Injury Rehab
00:52:02 - Ideal Bodyweight for Selection
00:54:50 - Foam Roller vs. Tiger Tail for Selection
00:56:49 - Grief, Training, and Recovery
00:59:22 - Losing Muscle With Endurance Training

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Questions? Look for bi-weekly Q&A on my stories. I'll answer your questions on IG and here on the podcast.

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New Ebook: Be The Exception: TTM's Personal Development Handbook 

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New SFAS Program (includes 59-page SFAS Personal Dev Guidebook) 

New Running Program: TTM Run Advanced

New Selection Prep Program: Ruck | Run | Lift 

New Hybrid Program: Jacked Gazelle 3.0

Ebook: SOF Selection Recovery & Nutrition Guide

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TrainHeroic Team Subscription: T-850 Rebuilt (try a week for free!)

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PDF programs

2 & 5 Mile Run Program - run improvement program w/ strength work

Kickstart- beginner/garage gym friendly

Time Crunch- Workouts for those short on time

Hypertrophy- intermediate/advanced

Jacked Gazelle- Hybrid athlete

Jacked Gazelle 2.0 - Hybrid athlete

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New partnerships 

Rice ‘N Grinds (Pride Foods) – 10% off w/ code TTM

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SALE! 25% off all SOF prep programs for a limited time-use code SOF25 at checkout: SOF Prep Collection

Resources Mentioned in This Episode:

Heat Training Video

Business Coaching – Will Schiller

Today's Topics:

00:00:00 - Intro
 00:03:02 - BUD/S Nutrition Priorities
 00:10:07 - Cutting Without Losing Run Fitness
 00:11:15 - Body Fat At SFAS
 00:12:38 - Full Body Vs. Push-Pull-Legs
 00:14:50 - Adjusting Repeats When Underrecovered
 00:17:48 - SFAS Prep With A Home Gym
 00:21:51 - Preparing For SFAS After Heat Stroke
 00:23:57 - Fast Food And McDonald's
 00:27:29 - Training Around A Back Injury
 00:34:28 - Shaving Armpits For Performance
 00:35:33 - Treadmill Time Trials
 00:38:14 - Periodizing Rucking, Running, Swimming, And Strength
 00:40:25 - Getting Kids Into Fitness
 00:43:54 - Zyns And Training Gains
 00:47:08 - Advice For Young ROTC Candidates
 00:52:37 - Heavy Legs During A Time Trial
 00:53:38 - Dealing With Negative Self-Talk
 00:57:09 - High-ROI Golf Drills
 01:02:34 - Tips For Starting A Business

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New: Be The Exception: TTM's Personal Development Handbook 

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Questions? Look for bi-weekly Q&A on my stories. I'll answer your questions on IG and here on the podcast.

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New SFAS Program (includes 59-page SFAS Personal Dev Guidebook) 

New Running Program: TTM Run Advanced

New Selection Prep Program: Ruck | Run | Lift 

New Hybrid Program: Jacked Gazelle 3.0

Ebook: SOF Selection Recovery & Nutrition Guide

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TrainHeroic Team Subscription: T-850 Rebuilt (try a week for free!)

—

PDF programs

2 & 5 Mile Run Program - run improvement program w/ strength work

Kickstart- beginner/garage gym friendly

Time Crunch- Workouts for those short on time

Hypertrophy- intermediate/advanced

Jacked Gazelle- Hybrid athlete

Jacked Gazelle 2.0 - Hybrid athlete

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New partnerships 

Rice ‘N Grinds (Pride Foods) – 10% off w/ code TTM

MegaFit Meals - 10% off w/ code TTM

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In this episode I discuss 9 Green Beret principles that apply far beyond Special Forces—from fitness and self-reliance to communication, confidence, leadership, resilience, and competition.

Need guidance on building these traits? Check out my new E-book:  Be The Exception: TTM's Personal Development Handbook 

9 GB principles: 

00:00:00 – Intro
 00:03:46 – #1 – Fitness Is the Foundation
 00:08:17 – #2 – Look the Part
 00:16:26 – #3 – Nobody Is Coming to Save You
 00:19:44 – #4 – Communication Skills Are Non-Negotiable
 00:28:00 – #5 – Tenacity Is Perishable
 00:32:57 – #6 – The Confidence Fairy Doesn’t Exist
 00:41:11 – #7 – Leadership Is on You
 00:44:16 – #8 – Thick Skin Is Not Optional
 00:48:10 – #9 – Everything Is a Competition

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Questions? Look for bi-weekly Q&A on my stories. I'll answer your questions on IG and here on the podcast.

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New SFAS Program (includes 59-page SFAS Personal Dev Guidebook) 

New Running Program: TTM Run Advanced

New Selection Prep Program: Ruck | Run | Lift 

New Hybrid Program: Jacked Gazelle 3.0

Ebook: SOF Selection Recovery & Nutrition Guide

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TrainHeroic Team Subscription: T-850 Rebuilt (try a week for free!)

—

PDF programs

2 & 5 Mile Run Program - run improvement program w/ strength work

Kickstart- beginner/garage gym friendly

Time Crunch- Workouts for those short on time

Hypertrophy- intermediate/advanced

Jacked Gazelle- Hybrid athlete

Jacked Gazelle 2.0 - Hybrid athlete

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New partnerships 

Rice ‘N Grinds (Pride Foods) – 10% off w/ code TTM

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New E-book: Be The Exception: TTM's Personal Development Handbook 

New partnerships 

Rice ‘N Grinds (Pride Foods) – 10% off w/ code TTM

MegaFit Meals - 10% off w/ code TTM

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Today's Topics:

00:00:00 - Intro
 00:03:25 - How To Eat 300+ Grams Of Carbs
 00:09:12 - Nutrition For High-Activity Jobs
 00:13:12 - Running Prep For SFAS
 00:16:48 - TTM Content On TikTok
 00:19:30 - Foot Care For The Long Walk
 00:25:36 - Improving Adductor Recovery
 00:28:59 - Pre-Workout Stretching
 00:31:34 - Best Intra-Workout Carb Sources
 00:36:13 - Running With Shin Splints
 00:39:31 - Improving Running During SOCM
 00:43:21 - Programming Sprint Work
 00:47:52 - TTM 1-On-1 Coaching Capacity
 00:53:32 - Bucket List Golf Courses
 00:57:27 - Practicing Land Navigation Before SFAS
 01:01:01 - How Much Does HRV Matter?
 01:06:51 - Building Size While Running T850
 01:09:29 - Assault Treadmill Vs. Running Outside
 01:16:09 - SFAS Advice For Shorter Guys

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Questions? Look for bi-weekly Q&A on my stories. I'll answer your questions on IG and here on the podcast.

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New SFAS Program (includes 59-page SFAS Personal Dev Guidebook) 

New Running Program: TTM Run Advanced

New Selection Prep Program: Ruck | Run | Lift 

New Hybrid Program: Jacked Gazelle 3.0

Ebook: SOF Selection Recovery & Nutrition Guide

—

TrainHeroic Team Subscription: T-850 Rebuilt (try a week for free!)

—

PDF programs

2 & 5 Mile Run Program - run improvement program w/ strength work

Kickstart- beginner/garage gym friendly

Time Crunch- Workouts for those short on time

Hypertrophy- intermediate/advanced

Jacked Gazelle- Hybrid athlete

Jacked Gazelle 2.0 - Hybrid athlete

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New Ebook: Be The Exception: TTM's Personal Development Handbook 

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Today's Topics:

00:00:00 - Intro
 00:02:23 - Cardio With A Pro Mask
 00:07:01 - Baby On Board Stickers
 00:08:54 - Hitting The Snooze Button
 00:13:58 - Dumbbell Step-Ups
 00:18:21 - Collagen Supplements
 00:21:03 - Planet Fitness
 00:26:07 - Fruit And Grain Bars
 00:32:05 - Carb Cycling
 00:37:53 - Assault Bike Conditioning
 00:41:14 - Keto Bread
 00:46:28 - Intra-Workout Carbs
 00:51:04 - Pre-Workout
 00:55:10 - 60/120s For Speed Development
 00:58:44 - Gut Check PT

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Questions? Look for bi-weekly Q&A on my stories. I'll answer your questions on IG and here on the podcast.

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New SFAS Program (includes 59-page SFAS Personal Dev Guidebook) 

New Running Program: TTM Run Advanced

New Selection Prep Program: Ruck | Run | Lift 

New Hybrid Program: Jacked Gazelle 3.0

Ebook: SOF Selection Recovery & Nutrition Guide

—

TrainHeroic Team Subscription: T-850 Rebuilt (try a week for free!)

—

PDF programs

2 & 5 Mile Run Program - run improvement program w/ strength work

Kickstart- beginner/garage gym friendly

Time Crunch- Workouts for those short on time

Hypertrophy- intermediate/advanced

Jacked Gazelle- Hybrid athlete

Jacked Gazelle 2.0 - Hybrid athlete

—

New partnerships 

Rice ‘N Grinds (Pride Foods) – 10% off w/ code TTM

MegaFit Meals - 10% off w/ code TTM

Spoken Supplements: Code terminator_training

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SALE: 25% off all programs & guides. Use code GAINS25 at checkout. Sale ends 8/31.

New e-book: New: Be The Exception: TTM's Personal Development Handbook 

Today's Topics:

 00:00:00 - Intro
 00:05:23 - Leaving Corporate America For RASP
 00:08:21 - Treadmill Vs. Outdoor Running
 00:18:36 - Chalk Vs. Grip Tape For Carries
 00:23:21 - Prehab And Injury Prevention
 00:31:32 - Diamond Gym-Style Workouts
 00:36:00 - Balancing Sleep And Relationships
 00:39:52 - Improving Your Golf Handicap
 00:46:02 - Do You Need A Lactate Meter?
 00:47:01 - Calories And Meal Size
 00:51:29 - Training After A Sleepless Night
 00:55:38 - Would OTC Go Differently Today?

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Questions? Look for bi-weekly Q&A on my stories. I'll answer your questions on IG and here on the podcast.

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New SFAS Program (includes 59-page SFAS Personal Dev Guidebook) 

New Running Program: TTM Run Advanced

New Selection Prep Program: Ruck | Run | Lift 

New Hybrid Program: Jacked Gazelle 3.0

Ebook: SOF Selection Recovery & Nutrition Guide

—

TrainHeroic Team Subscription: T-850 Rebuilt (try a week for free!)

—

PDF programs

2 & 5 Mile Run Program - run improvement program w/ strength work

Kickstart- beginner/garage gym friendly

Time Crunch- Workouts for those short on time

Hypertrophy- intermediate/advanced

Jacked Gazelle- Hybrid athlete

Jacked Gazelle 2.0 - Hybrid athlete

—

New partnerships 

Rice ‘N Grinds (Pride Foods) – 10% off w/ code TTM

MegaFit Meals - 10% off w/ code TTM

Spoken Supplements: Code terminator_training

Cwench supplements: Code terminator_training

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New: Be The Exception: TTM's Personal Development Handbook (20% off sale ends 8/18!)

Today's Topics:

00:00:00 - Intro
 00:03:35 - Tick-Borne Illness at SFAS
 00:06:19 - Book Recommendations for Selection
 00:10:21 - Preventing Lower Back Pain From Golf
 00:17:03 - Should the Army Ditch Morning PT?
 00:24:00 - Trail Running vs. Road Running
 00:26:48 - Compartmentalization During the Q Course
 00:33:55 - Cutting on TTM Programs
 00:37:00 - Getting Better at Public Speaking
 00:45:37 - RASP Prep Programming
 00:46:16 - Hiking and Weekly Running Mileage
 00:47:31 - Does the Regular Army Hate SF?

Questions? Look for bi-weekly Q&A on my stories. I'll answer your questions on IG and here on the podcast.

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New SFAS Program (includes 59-page SFAS Personal Dev Guidebook) 

New Running Program: TTM Run Advanced

New Selection Prep Program: Ruck | Run | Lift 

New Hybrid Program: Jacked Gazelle 3.0

Ebook: SOF Selection Recovery & Nutrition Guide

—

TrainHeroic Team Subscription: T-850 Rebuilt (try a week for free!)

—

PDF programs

2 & 5 Mile Run Program - run improvement program w/ strength work

Kickstart- beginner/garage gym friendly

Time Crunch- Workouts for those short on time

Hypertrophy- intermediate/advanced

Jacked Gazelle- Hybrid athlete

Jacked Gazelle 2.0 - Hybrid athlete

—

New partnerships 

Rice ‘N Grinds (Pride Foods) – 10% off w/ code TTM

MegaFit Meals - 10% off w/ code TTM

Spoken Supplements: Code terminator_training

Cwench supplements: Code terminator_training

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New: Be The Exception: TTM's Personal Development Handbook (Grab it while it's 20% off!)

Today's Topics:

00:00:00 - Intro
 00:04:02 - Handling Stress While Mentally Fatigued
 00:09:00 - Why Bulgarian Split Squats?
 00:11:08 - My Typical Driving Range Session
 00:16:27 - Traits Of S-Tier Green Berets
 00:25:49 - Training And Dieting On Vacation
 00:31:16 - Walking A 2:30 12-Mile Ruck
 00:35:20 - Improving Your Trap Bar Deadlift
 00:38:56 - Running When Zone 2 Isn’t Possible
 00:44:39 - Uncrustables After GI Issues
 00:46:56 - Arriving At My First Team
 00:53:05 - Hypertrophy Vs. PFT Pull-Ups
 00:57:47 - Handling Training Setbacks From Injury

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Questions? Look for bi-weekly Q&A on my stories. I'll answer your questions on IG and here on the podcast.

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New SFAS Program (includes 59-page SFAS Personal Dev Guidebook) 

New Running Program: TTM Run Advanced

New Selection Prep Program: Ruck | Run | Lift 

New Hybrid Program: Jacked Gazelle 3.0

Ebook: SOF Selection Recovery & Nutrition Guide

—

TrainHeroic Team Subscription: T-850 Rebuilt (try a week for free!)

—

PDF programs

2 & 5 Mile Run Program - run improvement program w/ strength work

Kickstart- beginner/garage gym friendly

Time Crunch- Workouts for those short on time

Hypertrophy- intermediate/advanced

Jacked Gazelle- Hybrid athlete

Jacked Gazelle 2.0 - Hybrid athlete

—

New partnerships 

Rice ‘N Grinds (Pride Foods) – 10% off w/ code TTM

MegaFit Meals - 10% off w/ code TTM

Spoken Supplements: Code terminator_training

Cwench supplements: Code terminator_training

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For a limited time only, get 20% off the SOF Selection Recovery & Nutrition Guide, designed for Special Operations candidates and tactical athletes who want to maximize recovery, optimize nutrition, and improve performance so they can get the most out of their training and arrive at selection healthy, resilient, and prepared. Grab it before the sale ends August 8th.

New partnerships 

Rice ‘N Grinds (Pride Foods) – 10% off w/ code TTM

MegaFit Meals - 10% off w/ code TTM

Spoken Supplements: Code terminator_training

Cwench supplements: Code terminator_training

Today's topics:

00:00:00 - Intro
00:06:06 - Taking Nutrition Too Lightly
00:09:11 - Not Tracking
00:14:37 - Poor Nutrition Planning
00:22:56 - Under-Eating
00:28:23 - Poor Macro Distribution
00:36:30 - Cutting During Prep
00:41:52 - Poor Food Selection
00:49:17 - Poor Peri-Workout Nutrition
00:56:47 - Putting On Weight Before Selection
01:00:16 - Making Excuses

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Questions? Look for bi-weekly Q&A on my stories. I'll answer your questions on IG and here on the podcast.

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New SFAS Program (includes 59-page SFAS Personal Dev Guidebook) 

New Running Program: TTM Run Advanced

New Selection Prep Program: Ruck | Run | Lift 

New Hybrid Program: Jacked Gazelle 3.0

Ebook: SOF Selection Recovery & Nutrition Guide

—

TrainHeroic Team Subscription: T-850 Rebuilt (try a week for free!)

—

PDF programs

2 & 5 Mile Run Program - run improvement program w/ strength work

Kickstart- beginner/garage gym friendly

Time Crunch- Workouts for those short on time

Hypertrophy- intermediate/advanced

Jacked Gazelle- Hybrid athlete

Jacked Gazelle 2.0 - Hybrid athlete

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New partnerships 

Rice ‘N Grinds (Pride Foods) – 10% off w/ code TTM

MegaFit Meals - 10% off w/ code TTM

Today's Topics:

00:00:00 - Intro

00:02:40 - Bucket List Golf Courses
 00:06:03 - ODA Time Away From Home
 00:08:19 - Nicotine for Focus
 00:14:14 - Balancing Golf and Training
 00:19:04 - Belt Squat Attachments vs. Pit Shark
 00:22:54 - Favorite Army Schools
 00:32:04 - Genetics vs. Hard Work
 00:37:26 - Two Leg Days Per Week
 00:43:45 - Carb Intake on High-Training Days
 00:48:12 - MOS and Group Selection
 00:51:06 - Long Irons vs. Hybrids
 00:52:42 - Treadmill Running in Extreme Heat
 00:53:37 - High-Frequency Lifting Programs
 00:58:33 - Running Faster at 215 Pounds
 01:01:19 - 400s and 800s for Faster Runs
 01:06:35 - Favorite European SOF Units
 01:09:32 - Daily Step Count
 01:12:50 - Carb Loading Before Long Runs
 01:15:21 - Ideal Body Weight for Selection
 01:18:09 - Tempo Run Warm-Up and Cool-Down
 01:20:29 - Chips and Salsa Every Day?
 01:21:05 - Push-Pull-Legs for Better Running

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Questions? Look for bi-weekly Q&A on my stories. I'll answer your questions on IG and here on the podcast.

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New SFAS Program (includes 59-page SFAS Personal Dev Guidebook) 

New Running Program: TTM Run Advanced

New Selection Prep Program: Ruck | Run | Lift 

New Hybrid Program: Jacked Gazelle 3.0

Ebook: SOF Selection Recovery & Nutrition Guide

—

TrainHeroic Team Subscription: T-850 Rebuilt (try a week for free!)

—

PDF programs

2 & 5 Mile Run Program - run improvement program w/ strength work

Kickstart- beginner/garage gym friendly

Time Crunch- Workouts for those short on time

Hypertrophy- intermediate/advanced

Jacked Gazelle- Hybrid athlete

Jacked Gazelle 2.0 - Hybrid athlete

—

Spoken Supplements: Code terminator_training

Cwench supplements: Code terminator_training

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New partnerships 

Rice ‘N Grinds (Pride Foods) – 10% off w/ code TTM

MegaFit Meals - 10% off w/ code TTM

Today's Topics:

00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:49 - Best TTM Programs to Build Elite Fitness
00:05:02 - Sugar Intake While Cutting
00:07:23 - Running Exclusively in Boots
00:08:36 - Best TTM Program for Long-Term Training
00:10:03 - Ideal Bodyweight for SFAS
00:12:23 - When to Take a Deload Week
00:16:01 - Lifting With a Newborn
00:21:07 - Slow Eccentrics for Hypertrophy
00:26:29 - What's in My Golf Bag?
00:29:45 - Training After a Poor Night of Sleep
00:33:39 - Vivo Barefoot Shoes for Running
00:36:31 - Recovering From a Lower Back Injury Before SFAS
00:39:50 - Creatine for Concussions & Sleep Deprivation
00:42:48 - Are Cooling Mattresses Worth It?
00:48:50 - How to Know Your Glycogen Stores Are Full
00:52:53 - My Go-To Sunscreen (SPF)
00:57:10 - Refeed Days While Cutting

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Questions? Look for bi-weekly Q&A on my stories. I'll answer your questions on IG and here on the podcast.

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New SFAS Program (includes 59-page SFAS Personal Dev Guidebook) 

New Running Program: TTM Run Advanced

New Selection Prep Program: Ruck | Run | Lift 

New Hybrid Program: Jacked Gazelle 3.0

Ebook: SOF Selection Recovery & Nutrition Guide

—

TrainHeroic Team Subscription: T-850 Rebuilt (try a week for free!)

—

PDF programs

2 & 5 Mile Run Program - run improvement program w/ strength work

Kickstart- beginner/garage gym friendly

Time Crunch- Workouts for those short on time

Hypertrophy- intermediate/advanced

Jacked Gazelle- Hybrid athlete

Jacked Gazelle 2.0 - Hybrid athlete

—

Spoken Supplements: Code terminator_training

Cwench supplements: Code terminator_training

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NEW PARTNERSHIPS (both are legit)

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Today's Overrated/Underrated Topics:

00:00:00 - Intro
00:05:08 - High Potassium Intake
00:09:13 - Deload Weeks
00:12:18 - If It Fits Your Macros (IIFYM)
00:15:18 - Training and Eating on a Schedule
00:18:15 - Low-Volume, High-Intensity Lifting
00:22:50 - Shrugs for Rucking Performance
00:28:18 - Intermittent Fasting for Fat Loss
00:31:49 - Plyometrics for Faster Running
00:33:06 - Making Up Lost Sleep
00:34:49 - Daily Walks for Running and Rucking
00:37:40 - RETA3 with Training and Nutrition
00:46:05 - The Anabolic Window
00:49:57 - Golf Lessons for Beginners
00:52:23 - Reverse Dieting After a Cut
00:57:23 - BPC-157 and TB-500 for Recovery
01:00:41 - Daily Mobility for Performance
01:04:55 - Hot Dog at the Turn
01:06:00 - One Gram of Protein Per Pound

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Questions? Look for bi-weekly Q&A on my stories. I'll answer your questions on IG and here on the podcast.

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New SFAS Program (includes 59-page SFAS Personal Dev Guidebook) 

New Running Program: TTM Run Advanced

New Selection Prep Program: Ruck | Run | Lift 

New Hybrid Program: Jacked Gazelle 3.0

Ebook: SOF Selection Recovery & Nutrition Guide

—

TrainHeroic Team Subscription: T-850 Rebuilt (try a week for free!)

—

PDF programs

2 & 5 Mile Run Program - run improvement program w/ strength work

Kickstart- beginner/garage gym friendly

Time Crunch- Workouts for those short on time

Hypertrophy- intermediate/advanced

Jacked Gazelle- Hybrid athlete

Jacked Gazelle 2.0 - Hybrid athlete

—

Partnerships 

Spoken Supplements: Code terminator_training

Cwench supplements: Code terminator_training

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4th of July Sale 🇺🇸
All TTM training programs are 35% off with code USA250 (biggest sale of the year). Sale ends July 7.

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Today's Topics:
00:00:00 - Intro
00:04:36 - Other SOF units I considered
00:06:29 - Maxing the AFT deadlift as a smaller guy
00:08:56 - SFAS Development Guide vs. the upcoming Self Development Guide
00:12:55 - Thoughts on THOR3 trainers
00:18:14 - My current wallet
00:19:23 - Zercher squats
00:23:04 - Does the pump matter for muscle growth?
00:31:06 - Favorite golf club
00:35:30 - How to know if you’re durable enough for SFAS?
00:38:51 - Unknown distance run & ruck strategy
00:45:02 - Does SFPC prepare you for Land Nav?
00:48:39 - Why porn & masturbation are harmful
00:53:24 - Is a home gym worth it?
00:58:26 - Is it harder to perform in heat vs. cold
01:02:48 - If sleeping and recovering properly, can you lift + run 5-days a week?
01:06:13 - Weight loss strategy before SFAS/SFRE for a big boy
01:12:30 - How often I play golf
01:15:56 - Should you focus on strength vs. running in the Q Course

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Questions? Look for bi-weekly Q&A on my stories. I'll answer your questions on IG and here on the podcast.

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New SFAS Program (includes 59-page SFAS Personal Dev Guidebook) 

New Running Program: TTM Run Advanced

New Selection Prep Program: Ruck | Run | Lift 

New Hybrid Program: Jacked Gazelle 3.0

Ebook: SOF Selection Recovery & Nutrition Guide

—

TrainHeroic Team Subscription: T-850 Rebuilt (try a week for free!)

—

PDF programs

2 & 5 Mile Run Program - run improvement program w/ strength work

Kickstart- beginner/garage gym friendly

Time Crunch- Workouts for those short on time

Hypertrophy- intermediate/advanced

Jacked Gazelle- Hybrid athlete

Jacked Gazelle 2.0 - Hybrid athlete

—

New partnerships 

Rice ‘N Grinds (Pride Foods) – 10% off w/ code TTM

MegaFit Meals - 10% off w/ code TTM

Spoken Supplements: Code terminator_training

Cwench supplements: Code terminator_training

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In this episode, I break down the five most common reasons candidates fail SFAS selection and what you can do to avoid making the same mistakes. We cover fitness preparation, land navigation, team week, mental fortitude, and attention to detail—five areas that repeatedly separate selected candidates from those who get dropped.

Need a proven SFAS preparation plan?
Check out the TTM SFAS Prep Program and Development Plan

Designed specifically for SFAS candidates with structured training for running, rucking, calisthenics, carries, strength, and endurance so you can show up prepared—not guessing.

Referenced land nav episode: Click here

Topics:

00:00 - Intro
03:23 - Fitness Mistakes That Cause Selection Failure
24:09 - Why Candidates Fail Land Navigation
37:56 - Team Week: Why Candidates Get Eliminated
48:18 - Mental Fortitude and Selection Success
57:48 - Attention to Detail: The Silent Selection Killer

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New Running Program: TTM Run Advanced

New Selection Prep Program: Ruck | Run | Lift 

New Hybrid Program: Jacked Gazelle 3.0

Ebook: SOF Selection Recovery & Nutrition Guide

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PDF programs

2 & 5 Mile Run Program - run improvement program w/ strength work

Kickstart- beginner/garage gym friendly

Time Crunch- Workouts for those short on time

Hypertrophy- intermediate/advanced

Jacked Gazelle- Hybrid athlete

Jacked Gazelle 2.0 - Hybrid athlete

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Topics:
00:00:00 - Intro - Sale Announcement
00:05:05 - Fasting While Prepping for Selection
00:10:45 - How to Balance Work with the FIFA World Cup
00:13:38 - Is Being Skinny Fat a Concern While Prepping?
00:18:12 - Ideal Bodyweight for RASP
00:20:22 - How to Train to Perform When Fatigued
00:25:34 - How to Eat Enough Carbs to Support Training
00:26:53 - Do Glasses Disqualify You from SF?
00:27:47 - How to Adapt Ruck | Run | Lift for SUT
00:30:08 - Best TTM Program for Running and Strength
00:32:53 - Is One Hard Set to Failure 2x Per Week Enough?
00:34:48 - Favorite Golf Courses Near Fort Bragg
00:40:35 - Tips for Starting Zone 2 Training
00:44:32 - Best TTM Program for General Fitness
00:46:27 - Where Were Your Clinical Rotations for 18D?
00:48:39 - Should I Cut Body Fat or Improve Training?
00:51:17 - How Often Should You Change Running Shoes?
00:54:50 - Should You Make Up Missed Running Mileage?
00:57:16 - Training for the Q-Course as a Sleep-Deprived Dad
01:03:47 - How Should I Train with 7 Months Until Selection?
01:08:32 - What Should I Cut to Recover Better?

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New SFAS Program (includes 59-page SFAS Personal Dev Guidebook) 

New Running Program: TTM Run Advanced

New Selection Prep Program: Ruck | Run | Lift 

New Hybrid Program: Jacked Gazelle 3.0

Ebook: SOF Selection Recovery & Nutrition Guide

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TrainHeroic Team Subscription: T-850 Rebuilt (try a week for free!)

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PDF programs

2 & 5 Mile Run Program - run improvement program w/ strength work

Kickstart- beginner/garage gym friendly

Time Crunch- Workouts for those short on time

Hypertrophy- intermediate/advanced

Jacked Gazelle- Hybrid athlete

Jacked Gazelle 2.0 - Hybrid athlete

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In this episode, I break down how I'd physically prepare for SMU selection over a 12-month timeline, covering running, rucking, strength training, land navigation, injury prevention, and how to structure your training from one year out all the way to selection day.

👉For those looking for a structured training plan, Ruck | Run | Lift can help build the strength and endurance needed for this selection.

Mentioned Podcasts:

Ep. 101: Heat Acclimation

Ep. 95: How to Build a Running Base

Timestamps: 

00:00:00 - How to Prepare for SMU Selection (1-Year Guide)
00:04:47 - My Experience at SMU Selection
00:06:07 - How I Trained vs. How I Recommend Training Today

PHASE 1: 12-6 MONTHS OUT (BASE BUILDING)

00:07:19 - Selection Standards: Run, Ruck & Land Nav
00:11:18 - Why Flat-Ground Training Isn't Enough
00:13:07 - Phase 1: Building the Foundation
00:13:40 - Building Elite Run & Ruck Endurance
00:17:07 - Cross-Training Without Beating Up Your Body
00:20:38 - Key Muscles for Selection Success
00:30:53 - Increasing Mileage & Step Count
00:34:06 - Staying Healthy During Prep

PHASE 2: 6-3 MONTHS OUT (TRANSITION PHASE)

00:35:45 - Phase 2: Bridging to Selection-Specific Fitness
00:36:07 - How Much Should You Actually Ruck?
00:41:09 - The Ruck Pace You Should Be Chasing
00:42:59 - Adjusting Your Strength Training
00:43:43 - Speed Work: 200s, 400s & 800s
00:44:59 - Increasing Daily Movement & Step Count
00:46:40 - Land Nav: With or Without a Ruck?
00:47:58 - Ruck Progression & Selection Prep

PHASE 3: FINAL 3 MONTHS (SELECTION-SPECIFIC PHASE)

00:53:42 - Phase 3: Turning Fitness Into Performance
00:54:54 - Why Rucking Twice Per Week Matters
00:56:16 - Heavy Rucks vs. Fast Rucks
00:57:29 - The Biggest Ruck Training Mistake
00:58:44 - When to Start Practicing Ruck Running
01:00:21 - Ruck Running Progressions
01:01:55 - Using Cross-Training to Stay Fresh
01:02:52 - Step Count, Push-Ups & Planks
01:04:01 - Land Nav Under Load & Shaking Out Your Kit
01:04:37 - Fueling: Gels, Carbs & Hydration
01:06:02 - Example Training Week
01:08:20 - Downhill Adaptation Training
01:09:36 - How to Properly Taper Before Selection
01:11:18 - Final Thoughts & Key Takeaways

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New SFAS Program (includes 59-page SFAS Personal Dev Guidebook) 

New Running Program: TTM Run Advanced

New Selection Prep Program: Ruck | Run | Lift 

New Hybrid Program: Jacked Gazelle 3.0

Ebook: SOF Selection Recovery & Nutrition Guide

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2 & 5 Mile Run Program - run improvement program w/ strength work

Kickstart- beginner/garage gym friendly

Time Crunch- Workouts for those short on time

Hypertrophy- intermediate/advanced

Jacked Gazelle- Hybrid athlete

Jacked Gazelle 2.0 - Hybrid athlete

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Today's Q&As:
00:00:00 - Intro
00:02:42 - Espresso vs regular coffee
00:05:00 - Is doing bodyweight lifts daily adding too much volume?
00:07:15 - Are weighted movements better for building abs?
00:11:58 - PEDs in the SOF pipeline / career
00:20:13 - Struggling to hit carb targets
00:26:41 - Improving push-up performance for SFAS
00:28:50 - Managing Army PT + hard training
00:33:45 - Travel during an SF career
00:35:59 - Lowering stress/cortisol as a hybrid athlete
00:47:11 - Thoughts on stretching post run?
00:48:57 - AFT prep with one month to go
00:51:55 - Using Ruck | Run | Lift for ultras
00:53:13 - Reason for OTC failure
00:55:53 - Are heart rate monitors necessary?
00:57:57 - Using straps while training for selection
01:04:18 - Mindset for injuries
01:06:56 - Flatland vs hills for rucking
01:08:17 - Is it worth cutting at 18% body fat if I can run a sub 35-min five-mile relatively easy for SFAS?
01:10:34 - Are there plans to make the self-development guide from the new SFAS plan available standalone?
01:11:36 - Eating back workout calories while cutting

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New SFAS Program (includes 59-page SFAS Personal Dev Guidebook) 

New Running Program: TTM Run Advanced

New Selection Prep Program: Ruck | Run | Lift 

New Hybrid Program: Jacked Gazelle 3.0

Ebook: SOF Selection Recovery & Nutrition Guide

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TrainHeroic Team Subscription: T-850 Rebuilt (try a week for free!)

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PDF programs

2 & 5 Mile Run Program - run improvement program w/ strength work

Kickstart- beginner/garage gym friendly

Time Crunch- Workouts for those short on time

Hypertrophy- intermediate/advanced

Jacked Gazelle- Hybrid athlete

Jacked Gazelle 2.0 - Hybrid athlete

SFAS Prep- Special forces train-up

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Overrated/ Underrated Topics:

00:00 - Intro

01:46 - Using candy as a carb source

04:44 - Intermittent fasting

08:53 - Deadlifts for RASP/Selection prep

12:06 - Energy drinks

16:05 - Red light sauna for recovery

19:58 - Lean bulking

24:34 - 18Xs needing to be running and rucking 35+ miles per week prior to shipping out

27:39 - Outsourcing as a means to close knowledge gaps

31:00 - Cardio right into lifting for endurance and fatigue resistance

33:30 - Laying up on par fives

34:37 - Athletic Greens

35:36 - Stretching every day

38:24 - Calling out officers respectfully as a lower enlisted

40:32 - Waking up at 5AM if not necessary

44:35 - Cottage cheese

46:40 - Active recovery

49:45 - 30/60s and 60/120s for running conditioning

53:06 - Standing up when shaking someone’s hand

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New Running Program: TTM Run Advanced

Ebook: SOF Selection Recovery & Nutrition Guide

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PDF programs

2 & 5 Mile Run Program - run improvement program w/ strength work

Ruck | Run | Lift - Selection Prep program

Hypertrophy - intermediate/advanced

Jacked Gazelle 3.0 - Hybrid program

Jacked Gazelle- Hybrid athlete

Jacked Gazelle 2.0 - Hybrid athlete

SFAS Prep- Special forces train-up

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New Running Program: TTM Run Advanced

New Selection Prep Program: Ruck | Run | Lift 

New Hybrid Program: Jacked Gazelle 3.0

Ebook: SOF Selection Recovery & Nutrition Guide

Today's Questions: 

03:13 — Hill training for selection prep
05:38 — Pool skills on rest days?
07:12 — Best program for 20–30 mile weeks + strength gains
07:48 — Turning Jacked Gazelle 3 into an 8–9 day split
09:37 — Top 3 grip exercises for SFAS
12:40 — Best TTM program for Q-Course students
14:03 — Differences between the Jacked Gazelle programs
15:53 — Can mountain biking build your run base?
16:58 — Best way to learn auto-regulation
22:54 — SFAS breakdown after Gate Week
24:53 — AM vs PM workouts
30:33 — Training while sick
33:10 — Tight muscles in the morning: age or something else?
40:04 — Does cadence matter for Zone 2 running?
43:10 — Does upbringing impact SOF performance?
47:32 — Favorite training gear and shoes
51:36 — Does speaking multiple languages help selection odds?
53:55 — Intra-workout carbs & glycogen supplements: worth it?
54:28 — Optimizing SFAS prep while constantly in the field
58:10 — How to bridge the gap between the 2&5 Mile Program and race day
59:06 — Dieting on a budget

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Timestamps

Intro 0:00 (SFAS program update!)

2:55 -SFAS Boots

5:45 -restaurants in Sopines NC 

7:54 -Plyos running high MPW

8:49 -high schoolers pursuing SFAS/RASP

11:49 -too small for SFAS

14:36 -TRT/Peptides

17:07 -#1 priority for 18X

20:34 -Ranger school as PL

25:41 -Cardio in bulk

28:25 -Run w/ ankle injury

31:36 -Gatorade liquid carbs

33:15 -Gallon of water/day

37:20 -Meal frequency high carb 

40:33 -2 Mile gains

43:53 -lifting chalk

46:17 -street lifting SFAS prep

47:59-Re-doing JG?

49:13-pacing 400/800m repeats

51:21 -Potatoes v. rice

53:18 -skinny guys at selection

54:40 -running skill

56:54 -Metcons (Q-course, pre selection)

58:41 -suck less at rucking

1:00:31 -My height & weight

1:00:48 -Uncrustables!

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New Hybrid Program: Jacked Gazelle 3.0

Ebook: SOF Selection Recovery & Nutrition Guide

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2 & 5 Mile Run 

Kickstart

Time Crunch

Hypertrophy

Jacked Gazelle

Jacked Gazelle 2.0

SFAS Prep

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Topics

00:00 Intro

04:15 - Dropped 3 min off my 5K… can TTM Run Advanced make me faster?

06:01 - Fasted Z2 runs

09:32 - Essential types of runs during a base phase

14:36 - Cutting but scale isn’t moving: what now?

16:47 - Ideal 1-year plan using TTM programs

18:11 - Skip Z2 when joints feel beat up?

22:01 - Ideal body comp for the long walk

26:00 - Speed work + leg day

28:39 - Lose weight before ruck running?

32:33 - Daily push-ups/pull-ups ok?

36:06 - Best carbs for lean bulking

37:53 - What I eat in a full day

42:19 - Mentzer/Yates style: worth it or overhyped?

46:19 - Metcons during Q-course

49:34 - T-850: build strength + keep running?

50:19 - Plyos as run warm-up

51:13 - If I went back to SWIC: what I’d do daily

53:50 - How to start a PT business

New Running Program: TTM Run Advanced

New Selection Prep Program: Ruck | Run | Lift 

New Hybrid Program: Jacked Gazelle 3.0

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PDF programs

2 & 5 Mile Run Program - run improvement program w/ strength work

Kickstart- beginner/garage gym friendly

Time Crunch- Workouts for those short on time

Hypertrophy- intermediate/advanced

Jacked Gazelle- Hybrid athlete

Jacked Gazelle 2.0 - Hybrid athlete

SFAS Prep- Special forces train-up

Ruck | Run | Lift - Selection Prep

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In this episode, I have the privilege of interviewing Cody McBroom, founder of Tailored Coaching Method. We dive into a practical conversation on fat loss, performance nutrition, and the key mistakes keeping most people from getting results.

Connect with Cody: IG | YouTube

Topics

• 00:00 – Intro
• 01:54 – Cody’s Background 
• 05:50 – Early Coaching Lessons & Principles  
• 15:29 – Performance vs Aesthetics: Body Fat, Health, and Long-Term Mortality  
• 18:13 – Sodium, Food Choices, and Scale Spikes  
• 19:51 – Nutrition for Hybrid Athletes vs Gen Pop  
• 20:45 – Carbs Are the Performance Lever  
• 21:27 – How Much Protein You Actually Need  
• 23:46 – How to Fuel Training (Pre/Intra)  
• 28:14 – Why You’re Not Losing Weight
• 32:07 – Macro Setup That Actually Works 
• 33:07 – The Problem With Low Carb Diets 
• 38:53 – All You Need Are 7g of Fat Per Day  
• 48:07 – Food Tracking: The Skill Most People Avoid  

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New Hybrid Program: Jacked Gazelle 3.0

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2 & 5 Mile Run Program - run improvement program w/ strength work

Kickstart- beginner/garage gym friendly

Time Crunch- Workouts for those short on time

Hypertrophy- intermediate/advanced

Jacked Gazelle- Hybrid athlete

Jacked Gazelle 2.0 - Hybrid athlete

SFAS Prep- Special forces train-up

Ruck | Run | Lift - Selection Prep

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00:00 - Intro
 04:32 - Training with a broken hand
 07:29 - Low-impact cardio options
 10:45 - Tapering stimulants pre-SFAS
 15:37 - Building a proper base phase
 18:43 - When to deload
 24:12 - Cutting without losing performance
 28:53 - Fixing lower back tightness
 32:29 - Dropping mile time in 4 months
 34:27 - Pace count for SFAS rucks
 38:12 - Fixing strength imbalances
 42:46 - Breakfast for hard morning sessions
 45:13 - Zercher vs front squats
 47:03 - Is leg drive cheating?
 49:28 - Bodybuilding for tactical athletes
 52:32 - Posterior chain without deadlifts
 55:41 - Long Walk strategy for SFAS

PDF programs

New Running Program: TTM Run Advanced

Selection Prep Program: Ruck | Run | Lift 

Hybrid Program: Jacked Gazelle 3.0

Ebook: SOF Selection Recovery & Nutrition Guide

2 & 5 Mile Run Program - run improvement program w/ strength work

Kickstart- beginner/garage gym friendly

Time Crunch- Workouts for those short on time

Hypertrophy- intermediate/advanced

Jacked Gazelle- Hybrid athlete

Jacked Gazelle 2.0 - Hybrid athlete

SFAS Prep- Special forces train-up

Ruck | Run | Lift - Selection Prep

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00:00 – Intro
02:07 — Why pull-ups feel heavier on some days
03:48 — TTM Run Advanced: who it’s for + when to use it
04:36 — What to eat the night before a PT test
06:08 — Running at 300 lbs
10:09 — Getting lean without tracking macros (whole foods approach)
15:04 — Running shoes recommendations
16:35 — How to sequence TTM programs to improve run times 
18:10 — Prioritizing nutrition at selection
22:13 — Hot weather acclimation in cold months 
26:14 — Can you train speed, power, and endurance at the same time?
29:11 — My Z2 pacing during SFAS
33:33 — How far out to start prep for CAG selection
35:41 — Macro goals to cut body fat % while performing
40:32 — Does high mileage interfere w/ hypertrophy?
43:12 — 24+ hr fasts
47:08 — Most advantageous methods to lean out and maintain strength
49:56 — How to structure leg training + running on the same day
53:21 — 18X pipeline timeline 
56:27 — Max hand release pushups I’ve seen in 2 mins
58:19 — Staying motivated when gov is demoralizing

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New Selection Prep Program: Ruck | Run | Lift 

New Hybrid Program: Jacked Gazelle 3.0

Ebook: SOF Selection Recovery & Nutrition Guide

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PDF programs

2 & 5 Mile Run Program - run improvement program w/ strength work

Kickstart- beginner/garage gym friendly

Time Crunch- Workouts for those short on time

Hypertrophy- intermediate/advanced

Jacked Gazelle- Hybrid athlete

Jacked Gazelle 2.0 - Hybrid athlete

SFAS Prep- Special forces train-up

Ruck | Run | Lift - Selection Prep

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02:13 – Staying in Z2 during uphills
05:01 – Carnivore diet
07:58 – Significant strength loss during a cut
10:37 – New block for T-850 Training Program
11:29 – Shin splints while bulking
14:42 – Preferred cool downs after gym
17:53 – Regaining motivation while in a rut
23:42 – Gut health optimization
29:10 – Blade running criteria pre selection
32:34 – Prep program for US Air Force selection
33:40 – Water programming in TTM programs
37:06 – Best program to shed fat, build muscle and get faster
38:17 – Advice for jet lag from first responder work
43:00 – Roth or a traditional 401
43:52 – Substitution for safety bar squat (SSB)
45:21 – Healthy % to lose per week on a cut
46:31 – Getting jacked and strong with just kettlebells and pull-ups
49:21 – Thoughts on workout finishers
50:32 – Peds and SARMs for enhanced recovery

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New Selection Prep Program: Ruck | Run | Lift 

New Hybrid Program: Jacked Gazelle 3.0

Ebook: SOF Selection Recovery & Nutrition Guide

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PDF programs

2 & 5 Mile Run Program - run improvement program w/ strength work

Kickstart- beginner/garage gym friendly

Time Crunch- Workouts for those short on time

Hypertrophy- intermediate/advanced

Jacked Gazelle- Hybrid athlete

Jacked Gazelle 2.0 - Hybrid athlete

SFAS Prep- Special forces train-up

Ruck | Run | Lift - Selection Prep

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Over the years, I’ve noticed that successful SFAS candidates tend to approach their training and preparation in very similar ways. Here is what they do in common: 

00:15 – Intro – 
02:04 – Trait #1 – High carbohydrate intake to fuel training and recovery
06:56 – Trait #2 – Identify and address personal character flaws
15:31 – Trait #3 – Autoregulation 
22:23 – Trait #4 – Prioritizing sleep with the “big three” habits
33:36 – Trait #5 – Preparing meals ahead of time
35:48 – Trait #6 – Balanced strength training
41:21 – Trait #7 – Regular loaded carries
43:37 – Trait #8 – Controlled weekly run frequency with strategic cross-training
45:22 – Trait #9 – Structured weekly training split
46:11 – Trait #10 – Tracking metrics (macros, training progress)
49:48 – Trait #11 – Restricting or eliminating social media during prep
52:12 – Trait #12 – Focusing on the process over the outcome

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Questions? Look for bi-weekly Q&A on my stories. I'll answer your questions on IG and here on the podcast.

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New Selection Prep Program: Ruck | Run | Lift 

New Hybrid Program: Jacked Gazelle 3.0

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PDF programs

2 & 5 Mile Run Program - run improvement program w/ strength work

Kickstart- beginner/garage gym friendly

Time Crunch- Workouts for those short on time

Hypertrophy- intermediate/advanced

Jacked Gazelle- Hybrid athlete

Jacked Gazelle 2.0 - Hybrid athlete

SFAS Prep- Special forces train-up

Ruck | Run | Lift - Selection Prep

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00:00:15 – Overrated/Underrated Intro
 00:04:20 – California
 00:09:04 – BPC 157 Peptides
 00:11:22 – Carb cycling
 00:16:04 – Push/Pull/Leg Split
 00:20:17 – Zone 2
 00:22:37 – Rice and Grinds as a main source of carbs
 00:26:30 – Mobility and Stretching
 00:31:02 – Voodoo’s 5x5
 00:35:41 – Leg blasters
 00:38:26 – BJJ
 00:41:03 – Running in kit
 00:43:32 – Titan supplements
 00:47:16 – Intuitive Rest Days
 00:49:47 – Pre-workout
 00:53:37 – Intervals on an assault bike/rower instead of running
 00:55:37 – Icing for shin splints
 01:00:21 – Prime Lifting Equipment
 01:02:25 – Arsenal equipment
 01:03:58 – Atlantis equipment
 01:04:33 – Recovery Runs

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New Selection Prep Program: Ruck | Run | Lift 

New Hybrid Program: Jacked Gazelle 3.0

Ebook: SOF Selection Recovery & Nutrition Guide

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PDF programs

2 & 5 Mile Run Program - run improvement program w/ strength work

Kickstart- beginner/garage gym friendly

Time Crunch- Workouts for those short on time

Hypertrophy- intermediate/advanced

Jacked Gazelle- Hybrid athlete

Jacked Gazelle 2.0 - Hybrid athlete

SFAS Prep- Special forces train-up

Ruck | Run | Lift - Selection Prep

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Sale announcement: 25% OFF ALL TTM PROGRAMS — sale ends Feb. 22. If you're serious about improving performance, now is the time to start. 

Today's Q&A topics:
03:18 - Subs for sled push work?
06:50 - Min effective dose of conditioning when trying to bulk
10:59 - Should you stay in SFAS prep mode year-round?
15:24 - Best times of year to go to selection
19:33 - Tips for sleep health when working overnight
22:01 - Skipping test/deload weeks pre-SFAS
24:54 - Prepping for the Norwegian march 
25:40 - Is it effective to train biceps + triceps every day for bigger arms?
29:10 - Considerations for training late in the evening 
34:29 - Sub for 400 meter repeats if no access to a track
36:29 - Things to consider with sand beach runs
38:19 - How to progress ruck weight and time
41:26 - How to maintain motivation for the Q when injured

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New Hybrid Program: Jacked Gazelle 3.0

Ebook: SOF Selection Recovery & Nutrition Guide

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PDF programs

2 & 5 Mile Run Program - run improvement program w/ strength work

Kickstart- beginner/garage gym friendly

Time Crunch- Workouts for those short on time

Hypertrophy- intermediate/advanced

Jacked Gazelle- Hybrid athlete

Jacked Gazelle 2.0 - Hybrid athlete

SFAS Prep- Special forces train-up

Ruck | Run | Lift - Selection Prep

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SALE ALERT: For a limited time, get 25% off all TTM training programs. If you’re ready to train with structure, intent, and proven programming, now’s the time. Sale runs through Feb. 19 — automatic discount at checkout.

In this single-topic episode, I break down 6 habits that quietly sabotage performance and long-term success—whether your goal is passing selection, building a business, or leveling up your life. These aren’t flashy tactics. They’re everyday behaviors that erode discipline, consistency, and momentum.

If you’re serious about progress, STOP DOING THIS:

06:16 – Unrestricted Scrolling

13:57 – Staying Up Late & Sleeping In (Social Jet Lag)

24:04 – Winging Nutrition (No Meal Prep)

30:58 – Lacking Personal Accountability

36:20  – Surrounding Yourself With the Wrong People

44:15 – Winging Life (No Rules or Vision)

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New Hybrid Program: Jacked Gazelle 3.0

Ebook: SOF Selection Recovery & Nutrition Guide

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PDF programs

2 & 5 Mile Run Program - run improvement program w/ strength work

Kickstart- beginner/garage gym friendly

Time Crunch- Workouts for those short on time

Hypertrophy- intermediate/advanced

Jacked Gazelle- Hybrid athlete

Jacked Gazelle 2.0 - Hybrid athlete

SFAS Prep- Special forces train-up

Ruck | Run | Lift - Selection Prep

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Today's topics

04:16 - Carb loading when very active 
08:19 - Training to failure
14:54 - MARSOC swim frequency 
17:19 - Tempo run durations
18:54 - Lifting during 2&5 mile base phase
20:25 - Weight loss before SFAS prep
22:13 - AIT/RASP prep program
23:57 - Target 2 + 5 mile times for SFAS
25:21 - Best TTM program for SFRE
26:44 - Aerobic base adequacy
27:34 - Training after selection date delay
29:39 - Marriage tips for SOF
34:04 - Adjusting JG3.0 for NSW 
35:02 - New running program milage
35:56 - Training with a broken ankle
39:47 - Short game tips
42:48 - Knee pain before selection
46:14 - IT band pain after long rucks
52:21 - Carb timing vs total intake
55:40 - Favorite Rice and Grinds combos

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Related links
Carbs IG post
Carb article Pt. 1
Carb article Pt. 2

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Questions? Look for bi-weekly Q&A on my stories. I'll answer your questions on IG and here on the podcast.

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New Hybrid Program: Jacked Gazelle 3.0

Ebook: SOF Selection Recovery & Nutrition Guide

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TrainHeroic Team Subscription: T-850 Rebuilt (try a week for free!)

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PDF programs

2 & 5 Mile Run Program - run improvement program w/ strength work

Kickstart- beginner/garage gym friendly

Time Crunch- Workouts for those short on time

Hypertrophy- intermediate/advanced

Jacked Gazelle- Hybrid athlete

Jacked Gazelle 2.0 - Hybrid athlete

SFAS Prep- Special forces train-up

Ruck | Run | Lift - Selection Prep

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TTM SALE: Get 25% off selection prep and hybrid programs with code RUNLIFT25. Sale extended to Jan. 26 at midnight EST.  

Topics:
00:00 – Intro
01:54 – New TTM program
02:23 – Long conditioning carbs
08:22 – Trouble getting into Z2 rucking
11:25 – Opinion on Tactical Barbell Program
13:56 – Solid running base
19:26 – New TTM running program details
21:44 – Running before lifting
25:25 – Mentally recovering from injury
29:40 – Best SOF unit IMO
30:25 – Performance gains in a cal deficit?
32:48 – Most overrated SFAS exercise
36:26 – Carry prep for SFAS
39:05 – Managing self-doubt in selection
43:17 – Assessing running base
52:15 – Best program for Air Force Special Warfare
01:00:03 – Heavy legs on Time Trials
01:05:05 – Tapering before tryout
01:06:34 – Business books & podcasts
01:09:15 – Muscle gain indicators

Episodes Discussed:

• Breakdown on JG3: 
• Breakdown on Ruck | Run | Lift 
• Breakdown on JG 1, 2, 2&5 mile 

TrainHeroic Team: T-850 Rebuilt

PDF programs

Selection Prep Program: Ruck | Run | Lift 

Hybrid Program: Jacked Gazelle 3.0

SOF Selection Recovery & Nutrition Guide

2 & 5 Mile Run Program - run improvement program w/ strength work

Kickstart- beginner/garage gym friendly

Time Crunch- Workouts for those short on time

Hypertrophy- intermediate/advanced

Jacked Gaz

Sale: All programs in the TTM SOF Prep Bundle are 25% off with code RUNFIT25. Offer ends Jan. 24 at midnight EST. 

In this episode, I break down JG 3.0 from start to finish.

Topics:

JG3.0 Program breakdown 
00:00 — Why Jacked Gazelle exists 
11:46 — What is the difference between JG 3.0 and other programs? 
14:51 — Who is this program for and who this program is NOT for? 
16:46 — Program prerequisites 
21:01 — Program structure 
23:15 — Phase 1 layout
25:13 — Phase 2 layout
26:19 — Mid-program testing & Phase 3 
30:19 — Phase 4 layout
33:13  — Arm Farm vs ACFT/PT prep 
34:28 — Outcomes you can expect

Q&A 
35:55 — Is it a good idea to cycle between 2&5 mile and JG 3.0 until a few months out from SFRE?
36:41— Are there deadlifts in every week?
37:22 — Will it be ideal for 1.5, 5, and 20 mile preparation?

41:17 — Swiss Bar or Cadillac bar?
43:08 — Can I do a calorie deficit early in the program?
44:11 — Ruck Run Lift or JG 3.0 if I'm going to RASP?
45:38 — Could I train two times a day or is that too much?
47:41 — Is it a Ranger school prep?
48:56 — On easy conditioning days, would I be able to do a Z2 30-minute run?
50:27 — Is this program repeatable?
52:08— How does the conditioning volume compare to other programs?
52:25 — Is this good for dudes in the Q course and are there more plyos or oly lifts?

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New Selection Prep Program: Ruck | Run | Lift 

New Hybrid Program: Jacked Gazelle 3.0

Ebook: SOF Selection Recovery & Nutrition Guide

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TrainHeroic Team: T-850 Rebuilt (try a week for free!)

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PDF programs

2 & 5 Mile Run Program - run improvement program w/ strength work

Kickstart- beginner/garage gym friendly

Time Crunch- Workouts for those short on time

Hypertrophy- intermediate/advanced

Jacked Gazelle- Hybrid athlete

Jacked Gazelle 2.0 - Hybrid athlete

SFAS Prep- Special forces train-up

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Today's topics

00:00:00 — Intro

00:01:19 — Ranger School ruck failure

00:07:33 — How to earn strong peer ratings during Team Week

00:15:54 — How to deal with ADHD

00:22:36 — Bodyweight vs run/ruck performance

00:25:40 — Deadlift swaps in JG3 (hex bar vs RDLs)

00:29:24 — Sleep prep vs selection reality

00:35:04 — Naps, sleep debt, and recovery

00:33:38 — Ruck Run Lift + odd-object carries

00:40:59 — Muay Thai during selection prep

00:48:25 — Five-mile PRs & endurance benchmarks

00:49:25 — Sugar intake during training

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Questions? Look for bi-weekly Q&A on my stories. I'll answer your questions on IG and here on the podcast.

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New Selection Prep Program: Ruck | Run | Lift 

New Hybrid Program: Jacked Gazelle 3.0

Ebook: SOF Selection Recovery & Nutrition Guide

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TrainHeroic Team Subscription: T-850 Rebuilt (try a week for free!)

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PDF programs

2 & 5 Mile Run Program - run improvement program w/ strength work

Kickstart- beginner/garage gym friendly

Time Crunch- Workouts for those short on time

Hypertrophy- intermediate/advanced

Jacked Gazelle- Hybrid athlete

Jacked Gazelle 2.0 - Hybrid athlete

SFAS Prep- Special forces train-up

Ruck | Run | Lift - Selection Prep

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Happy 2026!

In light of the new year, today’s episode is a breakdown of 9 habits I've developed over the last ~5 years of my personal development journey that have delivered the highest ROI with regard to mental health, productivity, fitness/recovery, sleep, relationships, and overall success and fulfillment. 

Whether you’re a NY resolution person or not, perhaps one or 2 sparks something in you to change. Let me know if you’re gonna try one or if you’ve already seen benefits from any of them!

0:00 — Intro

06:16 — No alcohol since November 2022

18:48 — Consistent sleep & wake times

32:25 — First 2 hours / last hour phone rule

35:50 — The 10-minute rule

41:03 — Waking up early

49:07 — 2×20 reading rule

55:28 — Sunday socials

59:08 — Post-meal walks

01:03:45 — 99/1 nutrition (GI-friendly foods)

01:11:40 — Outro

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New Hybrid Program: Jacked Gazelle 3.0

Ebook: SOF Selection Recovery & Nutrition Guide

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PDF programs

2 & 5 Mile Run Program - run improvement program w/ strength work

Kickstart- beginner/garage gym friendly

Time Crunch- Workouts for those short on time

Hypertrophy- intermediate/advanced

Jacked Gazelle- Hybrid athlete

Jacked Gazelle 2.0 - Hybrid athlete

SFAS Prep- Special forces train-up

Ruck | Run | Lift - Selection Prep

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Sale announcement: All TTM programs are 25% off with code XMAS2025. Sale   goes till 11:59 EST NYE.   https://terminatortraining.com/

Today’s topics:

• Sleep after long runs
• 200s vs longer repeats
• SFRE taper strategy
• Intensity without form loss
• Best rice & grinds flavor
• Post-OSUT detraining timeline
• Favorite part of my job
• Fast 2-mile, slow 5-mile–filling gap
• Repeat 2/5-mile program
• Deficit + hybrid performance
• Cream of rice v. rice n grinds
• 18X leadership debate
• Local gym recommendations

Questions? Look for bi-weekly Q&A on my stories. I'll answer your questions on IG and here on the podcast.

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New Selection Prep Program: Ruck | Run | Lift 

Ebook: SOF Selection Recovery & Nutrition Guide

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TrainHeroic Team Subscription: T-850 Rebuilt (try a week for free!)

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PDF programs

2 & 5 Mile Run Program - run improvement program w/ strength work

Kickstart- beginner/garage gym friendly

Time Crunch- Workouts for those short on time

Hypertrophy- intermediate/advanced

Jacked Gazelle- Hybrid athlete

Jacked Gazelle 2.0 - Hybrid athlete

SFAS Prep- Special forces train-up

Ruck | Run | Lift - Selection Prep

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JG3.0 Sale still live! (Ends tomorrow—20 Dec, 2025 at 11:59PM)

Use code JG3FIT at checkout for 25% off!

In today’s episode, I break down 12 major training mistakes I made as a green beret that I’d go back and change if I knew better. I made these mistakes so, assuming you listen, you don’t have to.

I had a great time shooting this one. It’s chock full of nuggets and applies to SO MANY people’s training tendencies—future, current and even former SOF (as well as just general hard chargers).

I planned on making it a shorter episode, but I get really passionate and it went longer. All important stuff, though!

Thanks for listening! Here are today's topics!

00:0:00 – Intro / JG 3.0 Sale
00: 5:34 – Married to the barbell, anti machines/specialty bars
00: 17:48 – Oly lifts, without the skill
00:26:29 – Insane metcons
00:31:55 – Ruck/kit running year-round
00: 35:34 – Doing burpees
00:39:05 – Training so hard it interfered with on-the-job performance
00:42:54 – Regularly sacrificing sleep to get training in
00: 47:13 – Chasing strengths, neglecting other things
00:51:20 – Absurd amounts of pull-ups, mostly weighted, all same grip
00:54:28 – Thinking hypertrophy training was a waste
00:57:57 – 200% programs
00:1:02:34 – Going hard on weekends with alcohol, then destroying myself on Mondays
01:07:33 – Outro

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New Selection Prep Program: Ruck | Run | Lift 

Ebook: SOF Selection Recovery & Nutrition Guide

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TrainHeroic Team Subscription: T-850 Rebuilt (try a week for free!)

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PDF programs

2 & 5 Mile Run Program - run improvement program w/ strength work

Kickstart- beginner/garage gym friendly

Time Crunch- Workouts for those short on time

Hypertrophy- intermediate/advanced

Jacked Gazelle- Hybrid athlete

Jacked Gazelle 2.0 - Hybrid athlete

SFAS Prep- Special forces train-up

Ruck | Run | Lift - Selection Prep

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Great news!

Jacked Gazelle 3.0 is out and ready for purchase. 

To get it marked down 25%, use the code JG3FIT at checkout (discount runs till 11:59pm Friday, December 19)

• Option 40, ranger-school damage
• Best TTM fat-loss program 
• Hyrox for SFAS fitness
• Conditioning finishers after lifting
• Running RPE: breathing vs legs
• Sourdough flour type question
• Back squats versus belt squats
• Smith machine versus barbell squats
• Meal plans from TTM recipes
• One-on-one coaching pricing
• Jacked Gazelle plus ruck shuffling
• Strong two-mile, weak SDC
• Elevated resting heart rate concern
• Pickup sports during Two-and-Five
• Are fighter pilots cool
• Difference between JG 1&2 (Jg 2 Vs. JG breakdown episode )
• Training focus in Ranger Regiment

Questions? Look for bi-weekly Q&A on my stories. I'll answer your questions on IG and here on the podcast.

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Programs

2 & 5 Mile Run Program - run improvement program w/ strength work

Kickstart- beginner/garage gym friendly

Time Crunch- Workouts for those short on time

Hypertrophy- intermediate/advanced

Jacked Gazelle- Hybrid athlete

Jacked Gazelle 2.0 - Hybrid athlete

SFAS Prep- Special forces train-up

Ruck | Run | Lift - Selection Prep

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JG 3.0 will release FRIDAY, 3 December. Stay Tuned!

Join my mailing list for the latest updates, sale info, etc. 

Today's Questions

• Donating blood and training recovery
• Purpose of shakeout run before PT test
• Recovery prep for older candidates at selection
• Deload or go back-to-back between programs
• Jogging rest during repeats in JG 2.0
• Air runner intervals vs outdoor running
• Zone 2 treadmill runs in bad weather
• Breaking a 15-rep pull-up plateau
• Which phase to start Ruck Run Lift four months out
• Adding water confidence days safely
• Managing NTC or long field events mid-train-up

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Questions? Look for bi-weekly Q&A on my stories. I'll answer your questions on IG and here on the podcast.

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New Selection Prep Program: Ruck | Run | Lift 

Ebook: SOF Selection Recovery & Nutrition Guide

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TrainHeroic Team Subscription: T-850 Rebuilt (try a week for free!)

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PDF programs

2 & 5 Mile Run Program - run improvement program w/ strength work

Kickstart- beginner/garage gym friendly

Time Crunch- Workouts for those short on time

Hypertrophy- intermediate/advanced

Jacked Gazelle- Hybrid athlete

Jacked Gazelle 2.0 - Hybrid athlete

SFAS Prep- Special forces train-up

Ruck | Run | Lift - Selection Prep

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Cyber Monday Sale
All Terminator Training Method PDF programs and the SOF Prep Recovery Guide Ebook are 40% off with code CYBERMONDAY thru Wednesday 3 December at 11:59 p.m.

Episode Summary
Kevin shares six Special Forces habits that helped him grow Terminator Training Method from a side project into a thriving coaching business with a long waitlist—and how you can apply them to SOF prep, entrepreneurship, or just being a higher-performing human.

What You’ll Learn (6 SF Habits → Business & Life)

1. Represent / Look the Part – Why your physical presence, body composition, and overall “put-togetherness” act as a walking billboard for your credibility.
2. Wake Up Early – Using quiet pre-dawn hours for deep work, training, and needle-moving tasks without distractions.
3. FITFO (Figure It The F*ck Out) – Developing resourcefulness, solving problems without hand-holding, and learning fast instead of waiting to feel “ready.”
4. Seek Expert Guidance – Hiring coaches and specialists to accelerate progress, free up bandwidth, and get higher-quality outcomes than doing everything solo.
5. Work to Standard, Not Time – Setting high standards for output and stopping when the mission is complete—not when an arbitrary clock says you’re done.
6. Plan & Prepare – Weekly and daily planning, rehearsals, and reps so you’re not winging it with selection, briefs, business tasks, or nutrition/training

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2 & 5 Mile Run Program - run improvement program w/ strength work

Kickstart- beginner/garage gym friendly

Time Crunch- Workouts for those short on time

Hypertrophy- intermediate/advanced

Jacked Gazelle- Hybrid athlete

Jacked Gazelle 2.0 - Hybrid athlete

SFAS Prep- Special forces train-up

Ruck | Run | Lift - Selection Prep

Black Friday Sale Announcement: Every TTM training program is 50% off site-wide. No code needed. This is the biggest sale of the year! Visit: terminatortraining.com

TrainHeroic Team is 25% off for your first 3 months: T-850 Rebuilt 

Today's topics 

1. Breathing and zone 2
2. Weighted pull ups
3. My favorite cheat meal
4. Favorite ab exercises
5. Ranger School prep
6. SFAS run pacing
7. Land nav practice
8. Jacked Gazelle 2.0 and ACFT
9. New hybrid program
10. Interval pacing mistakes
11. Marathon and ultra plans
12. Two and Five Mile for 35-year-olds
13. Testosterone boosters
14. Ruck | Run | Lift trots
15. Sleep and recovery
16. Quality vs zone 2 mileage
17. Meal prep services
18. Peptides for endurance
19. Jeff Nichols programs
20. Golf driver distance
21. Pre-SFAS program choice
22. Grass-fed vs conventional meat

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Questions? Look for bi-weekly Q&A on my stories. I'll answer your questions on IG and here on the podcast.

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New Selection Prep Program: Ruck | Run | Lift 

Ebook: SOF Selection Recovery & Nutrition Guide

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TrainHeroic Team Subscription: T-850 Rebuilt 

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PDF programs

2 & 5 Mile Run Program - run improvement program w/ strength work

Kickstart- beginner/garage gym friendly

Time Crunch- Workouts for those short on time

Hypertrophy- intermediate/advanced

Jacked Gazelle- Hybrid athlete

Jacked Gazelle 2.0 - Hybrid athlete

SFAS Prep- Special forces train-up

Ruck | Run | Lift - Selection Prep

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1. Warm-ups & cool-downs
2. Rower drag factor (zone 2 vs sprints)
3. Favorite sauces
4. High-calorie snacks
5. Fatigue vs motivation
6. Non-running speed work (base phase)
7. Golf bag setup
8. Walking vs jogging recoveries
9. Wind resistance on treadmill
10. Sweaty hands / grip on carries
11. Trainability of strength endurance
12. Post-training nutrition timing
13. Disqualified 18X → 11B path
14. One-year-out Delta prep (T-850 + RRL)
15. Ideal base-building length
16. Baseline fitness for T-850
17. High mileage run/ruck for selection
18. Deadlift improvement (frequency > “workouts”)
19. Low vs high zone 2 adaptations
20. Merrick Health labs panel
21. Cereal as pre-workout breakfast

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Questions? Look for bi-weekly Q&A on my stories. I'll answer your questions on IG and here on the podcast.

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New Selection Prep Program: Ruck | Run | Lift 

Ebook: SOF Selection Recovery & Nutrition Guide

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TrainHeroic Team Subscription: T-850 Rebuilt (try a week for free!)

---

PDF programs

2 & 5 Mile Run Program - run improvement program w/ strength work

Kickstart- beginner/garage gym friendly

Time Crunch- Workouts for those short on time

Hypertrophy- intermediate/advanced

Jacked Gazelle- Hybrid athlete

Jacked Gazelle 2.0 - Hybrid athlete

SFAS Prep- Special forces train-up

Ruck | Run | Lift - Selection Prep

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Today's Q&A Topics:

-SF team culture / views on drinking

-Grip limiting heavy lifts

-Grip endurance (SFAS)

-Pendulum squat rep ranges

-Supplement brands (NSF)

-Belt squat / Pit Shark

-High-carb refeeds

-Weekly run frequency (SFAS)

-Net carbs vs total

-Infantry vs SOF

-Kevin’s current training focus

-41-min 5-mile improvement

-25 hard miles vs 80/20

-Dorsiflexion mobility

-Recovery conditioning vs zone 2

-Backwards sled drag alternatives

-Red meat & heart health

-Increasing lift intensity (form)

-Cereal pre-workout

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Questions? Look for bi-weekly Q&A on my stories. I'll answer your questions on IG and here on the podcast.

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New Selection Prep Program: Ruck | Run | Lift 

Ebook: SOF Selection Recovery & Nutrition Guide

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TrainHeroic Team Subscription: T-850 Rebuilt (try a week for free!)

---

PDF programs

2 & 5 Mile Run Program - run improvement program w/ strength work

Kickstart- beginner/garage gym friendly

Time Crunch- Workouts for those short on time

Hypertrophy- intermediate/advanced

Jacked Gazelle- Hybrid athlete

Jacked Gazelle 2.0 - Hybrid athlete

SFAS Prep- Special forces train-up

Ruck | Run | Lift - Selection Prep

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Today's topics:

-Creatine loading

-80/20 running (Zone 2 vs higher intensity)

-David Goggins

-Heavy single-leg squats as primary movement

-Barefoot shoes

-“High-protein” processed foods (Kodiak cakes, protein pasta)

-Melatonin

-Weighted circuit training

-Energy gels / intra-workout carbs

-Egg whites

-Keto diet

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Questions? Look for bi-weekly Q&A on my stories. I'll answer your questions on IG and here on the podcast.

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New Selection Prep Program: Ruck | Run | Lift 

Ebook: SOF Selection Recovery & Nutrition Guide

---

TrainHeroic Team Subscription: T-850 Rebuilt (try a week for free!)

---

PDF programs

2 & 5 Mile Run Program - run improvement program w/ strength work

Kickstart- beginner/garage gym friendly

Time Crunch- Workouts for those short on time

Hypertrophy- intermediate/advanced

Jacked Gazelle- Hybrid athlete

Jacked Gazelle 2.0 - Hybrid athlete

SFAS Prep- Special forces train-up

Ruck | Run | Lift - Selection Prep

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SALE: All 9 TTM PDF Products site wide are 30% off till 4 November.

Use the code FALL2025 at checkout for the discount.

*note that program prices will increase immediately following the sale.

We switched it up today with an overrated/underrated episode

• 2000s rap and hip hop
• CrossFit
• Norwegian 4×4 / VO₂max-focused workouts for selection prep
• Using a fan while you sleep
• Swim sessions (in a military/selection context)
• TRT (testosterone replacement therapy)
• Inverted rows and TRX face pulls
• Intermittent fasting
• Sauna for heat acclimation (heat training)
• Switch grip (over–under) on deadlifts
• Creatine
• Barbell strict press (overhead press)
• Tib raises for run/ruck performance and durability

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Questions? Look for bi-weekly Q&A on my stories. I'll answer your questions on IG and here on the podcast.

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New Selection Prep Program: Ruck | Run | Lift 

Ebook: SOF Selection Recovery & Nutrition Guide

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PDF programs

2 & 5 Mile Run Program - run improvement program w/ strength work

Kickstart- beginner/garage gym friendly

Time Crunch- Workouts for those short on time

Hypertrophy- intermediate/advanced

Jacked Gazelle- Hybrid athlete

Jacked Gazelle 2.0 - Hybrid athlete

SFAS Prep- Special forces train-up

Ruck | Run | Lift - Selection Prep

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Note: I had some mic issues so this was recorded on Mac speakers. 

May need to turn it up a bit 

Question topics:

Block vs. concurrent periodization (SOF prep)

Optimizing early AM PT tests

High vs. low rep squats for SFAS prep

Why I left the military

How hard is CQB in OTC?

Pre race/test/event self-talk

Last 6 months pre-OSUT (18X)

PT tests fatigued vs. fresh

Body comp vs. performance pre dive school

Effects of 1 month off training

High step count pre-SFAS

Conditioning & hypertrophy

Crosstraining for run gains

Log PT at SFAS?

Fat but also fast (How?)

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Questions? Look for bi-weekly Q&A on my stories. I'll answer your questions on IG and here on the podcast.

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Spoken Supplements: Code terminator_training

Cwench supplements: Code terminator_training

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New Selection Prep Program: Ruck | Run | Lift 

Ebook: SOF Selection Recovery & Nutrition Guide

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TrainHeroic Team Subscription: T-850 Rebuilt (try a week for free!)

---

PDF programs

2 & 5 Mile Run Program - run improvement program w/ strength work

Kickstart- beginner/garage gym friendly

Time Crunch- Workouts for those short on time

Hypertrophy- intermediate/advanced

Jacked Gazelle- Hybrid athlete

Jacked Gazelle 2.0 - Hybrid athlete

SFAS Prep- Special forces train-up

Ruck | Run | Lift - Selection Prep

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🚨SALE! each SOF Bundle item is 25% off with code SOF25. 🚨

Sale ends Wednesday Oct. 15.

Today's Question Topics:

-Land nav practice in urban areas
-Pre OSUT training for 18X
-SOPC mandatory for all?
-Artificial sweeteners
-Training hours/week pre selection
-Option 40 Vs 18X
-Running & legs on same day: yay or nay?
-Overreaching/peaking/tapering for SFAS
-18 months of TTM programs (pre selection)
-Knee sleeves pros & cons
-Pre selection prep programming
-My favorite lifts for each muscle group
-Dips/bench OHP same session?
-Tetris with JG2.0
-Best plan for Air Force TACP selection
-The beginnings of TTM as a business 
-Deloads between TTM programs?
-My golf game update
-Making gains despite college life (heavy drinking)

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Questions? Look for bi-weekly Q&A on my stories. I'll answer your questions on IG and here on the podcast.

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Spoken Supplements: Code terminator_training

Cwench supplements: Code terminator_training

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New Selection Prep Program: Ruck | Run | Lift 

Ebook: SOF Selection Recovery & Nutrition Guide

---

TrainHeroic Team Subscription: T-850 Rebuilt (try a week for free!)

---

PDF programs

2 & 5 Mile Run Program - run improvement program w/ strength work

Kickstart- beginner/garage gym friendly

Time Crunch- Workouts for those short on time

Hypertrophy- intermediate/advanced

Jacked Gazelle- Hybrid athlete

Jacked Gazelle 2.0 - Hybrid athlete

SFAS Prep- Special forces train-up

Ruck | Run | Lift - Selection Prep

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Today's Topics

• Intro
• Should I mimic lack of fueling during SFAS training?
• Rucking volume on 2&5 Mile Program vs RRL program
• Is 16 weeks enough for SFAS selection prep?
• Preventing tendonitis from rope climbs
• 1-Year return SFAS prep
• Running/rucking in a calorie deficit 
• Do calories “reset” daily for night shift workers?
• Sore hamstring, do I push through or pause running?
• Ideal carbs to be in deficit, and is MyFitnessPal worth it? 
• Best TTM program for cutting fat
• Tips for non-selects returning to selection
• Rucking + land nav at SMU selection
• Daily carb intake recommendations
• Can you follow RRL program w/out a sandbag?
• Is fasting good for performance?
• How often should you increase weekly mileage?
• Supplement recommendations
• Outro

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Questions? Look for bi-weekly Q&A on my stories. I'll answer your questions on IG and here on the podcast.

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Spoken Supplements: Code terminator_training

Cwench supplements: Code terminator_training

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New Selection Prep Program: Ruck | Run | Lift 

Ebook: SOF Selection Recovery & Nutrition Guide

---

TrainHeroic Team Subscription: T-850 Rebuilt (try a week for free!)

---

PDF programs

2 & 5 Mile Run Program - run improvement program w/ strength work

Kickstart- beginner/garage gym friendly

Time Crunch- Workouts for those short on time

Hypertrophy- intermediate/advanced

Jacked Gazelle- Hybrid athlete

Jacked Gazelle 2.0 - Hybrid athlete

SFAS Prep- Special forces train-up

Ruck | Run | Lift - Selection Prep

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Sale: 25% off all TTM Programs with code: FALL25 at checkout

Sale remains live till 11:59PM Monday, 22 September

This episode breaks down the differences, similarities and misconceptions about fitness for SFAS, The SF Q course and life on an ODA.

Timestamps

Intro/sale announcement 0:00

SFAS 2:24

Gate week: 6:00

Land nav: 9:43

Team week: 10:45

SFAS programming: 15:40

SFQC/ODA characteristics: 18:38

Q course/ODA fitness requirements: 24:17

Traits to possess: 29:30

Programming for Q/ODA: 32:00

Difficulties staying fit: 35:26

Key principles for all 3: 38:30

Outro: 46:14

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Questions? Look for bi-weekly Q&A on my stories. I'll answer your questions on IG and here on the podcast.

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Spoken Supplements: Code terminator_training

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New Program:Jacked Gazelle 2.0

EBook: SOF Selection Recovery & Nutrition Guide

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TrainHeroic Team Subscription: T-850 Rebuilt (try a week for free!)

---

PDF programs

website: terminatortraining.com

2 & 5 Mile Run Program - run improvement program w/ strength work

Kickstart- beginner/garage gym friendly

Time Crunch- Workouts for those short on time

Hypertrophy- intermediate/advanced

Jacked Gazelle- Hybrid athlete

SFAS Prep- Special forces train-up

TrainHeroic- App based bodybuilding program

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Today’s Topics

-high carries at SFAS

-fitness on deployment

-SFRE prep

-1:1 coaching slots

-SFAS vs. RRL

-running w/ weight vest

-Arnold split w/ running

-2-3 months pre selection 

-speed work vs. Z2

-Greek yogurt alternatives

-rucking around unit PT

-run improvement expectations

-ideal pre-selection TTM program order

-AFSOF selection program

-JG for SMU prep?

-SF officer vs. enlisted

-my clients’ SFAS success rate

-RRL for SMU prep

-getting enough protein w/o too much fat

-Ranger prep advice

-pre-selection anxiety

-non-fitness focuses pre selection

-2&5 mile details

-1/2 marathon prep

-running/non impact cardio same day

-my best & worst SFAS moments

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Questions? Look for bi-weekly Q&A on my stories. I'll answer your questions on IG and here on the podcast.

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Spoken Supplements: Code terminator_training

Cwench supplements: Code terminator_training

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New Program: Jacked Gazelle 2.0

EBook: SOF Selection Recovery & Nutrition Guide

---

TrainHeroic Team Subscription: T-850 Rebuilt (try a week for free!)

---

PDF programs

website: terminatortraining.com

2 & 5 Mile Run Program - run improvement program w/ strength work

Kickstart- beginner/garage gym friendly

Time Crunch- Workouts for those short on time

Hypertrophy- intermediate/advanced

Jacked Gazelle- Hybrid athlete

SFAS Prep- Special forces train-up

TrainHeroic- App based bodybuilding program

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Today's topics:

How I’d change the army fitness test

Ruck recommendations

PEDs in SOF

Losing muscle for run gains

Emphasizing running vs. rucking when good at both

Running on a bulk

Heavy bag for non-impact cardio

Q course advice

Getting rhabdo

Lifting while base building

Integrating land nav into SFAS prep

Overcoming running struggles

Best recovery method

Things I’ve changed my mind on

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Questions? Look for bi-weekly Q&A on my stories. I'll answer your questions on IG and here on the podcast.

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Spoken Supplements: Code terminator_training

Cwench supplements: Code terminator_training

---

New Program: Jacked Gazelle 2.0

EBook: SOF Selection Recovery & Nutrition Guide

---

TrainHeroic Team Subscription: T-850 Rebuilt (try a week for free!)

---

PDF programs

website: terminatortraining.com

2 & 5 Mile Run Program - run improvement program w/ strength work

Kickstart- beginner/garage gym friendly

Time Crunch- Workouts for those short on time

Hypertrophy- intermediate/advanced

Jacked Gazelle- Hybrid athlete

SFAS Prep- Special forces train-up

TrainHeroic- App based bodybuilding program

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