Special Operations Forces Selection PT Preparation 8.15.2017 Continue to prep for the UBRR. Leg Day at the gym, our favorite, with squats, the sled push, and some lunges. We’ll follow that with a three-mile run at a good pace, faster than the standard. Remember to stretch well before and after the run and to hydrate. […]
Special Operations Forces Selection PT Preparation 8.14.2017
Special Operations Forces Selection PT Preparation 8.14.2017 Monday we’ll focus on some speed work with the sprints rather than a longer duration. It will build up some explosion in your legs and improve your overall running. We’ll hit the exercises heavy this morning and build up some endurance. Focus on correct form and then worry […]
Glock Mod | Grip Force Adapter
If you’re not familiar with Grip Force Adapters, you should definitely check them out (if you’re a Glock person). They basically lengthen the tang on the Glock so it’s more like a 1911 tang, and ever so slightly straightens out the grip angle. I’m not a huge Glock mod guy and steer clear of most of them. The only […]
Special Operations Forces Selection PT Preparation 8.11.2017
Special Operations Forces Selection PT Preparation 8.11.2017 Continue to prep for the UBRR. Friday is a Leg Day and we’ll work them out good today in the gym. We are going to break up the 3-mile run into one-mile segments. Take only a minute’s rest in between runs and then do the best you can. […]
Bayonext | A Modern Twist on the Old School Bayonet
A new veteran owned company, Bayonext, has put an exciting, innovative and modern twist on one of the oldest battle implements still in use today. When you think of the bayonet, the first thing you’re likely to think of are the grainy photos of Union and Confederate soldiers or paintings that depict Redcoats marching in […]
Special Operations Forces Selection PT Preparation 8.10.2017
Special Operations Forces Selection PT Preparation 8.10.2017 It is Thursday and a heavy day of UBRR preparation with push ups, sit ups, crunches, and a longer ruck march. Keep a log of your times on your runs and rucks and you should be noticing a decrease in the times as we forge ahead. Don’t forget […]
Alien Gear Cloak Tuck 3.0 | Review
I never gave concealed carry much thought. That was until the summer of 2007 when I found myself assigned to an executive protection team. At this time, I believe, I was like most individuals and I bought the coolest looking holster online. After trying several styles and brands over the years I decided to give […]
Special Operations Forces Selection PT Preparation 8.9.2017
Special Operations Forces Selection PT Preparation 8.9.2017 Back to the gym today, working our back and shoulders followed by a shuttle run and a swim in fatigues and boots. Remember to stretch really well before and after your workout and drink plenty of water. I know that we harp on that a lot but it […]
Vanquest Gear Husky 2.0 Maximizer Pouch
The HUSKY 2.0 is the larger version of the personal pocket maximizers manufactured by Vanquest Gear. This is an EDC zippered pouch designed to organize a variety of personal gear and fit in your cargo pants or jacket pockets with ease. Made from a water-repellent Cordura material, this pouch is extremely durable and lightweight. The […]
Special Operations Forces Selection PT Preparation 8.8.2017
Special Operations Forces Selection PT Preparation 8.8.2017 Tuesday is a leg day at the gym. These exercises build strength and explosion in your lower body and you’ll need both in Selection. These leg workouts will also help your times with both running and in carrying a rucksack. We’ll mix in some squats, front squats and […]