What does it mean to be fit? How fit does a person need to be? These are questions that I often hear from people in regards to their overall physical fitness. The answer to that really depends on the particular demands required for the task at hand or a person’s individual goals. For a professional […]
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TRAINING PROGRAM IN A RUT? 3 TIPS TO REVITALIZE YOUR WORKOUTS
It happens to the best of us. We have an injury, or maybe we stop making progress. Perhaps we just lose motivation to continue training. Regardless of the situation, sometimes our best laid plans for working out get derailed. Here are some tips to help you get back on track. 1. DO LESS Yes, you […]
WHEY PROTEIN WEIGHT LOSS – 4 TIPS YOU SHOULD KNOW
Whey protein weight loss is the biggest new fad to hit the health market. But is it really a fad if it’s hands down head and shoulders above the rest? I don’t think so. WARNING: There has always been fad diets that come and go but are not necessarily healthy for you over the long […]
Why Relaxation is Critically Important for Combative Movement with or without Weapons
Tension slows down your body, plain and simple. When in combat you must move quickly and deliberately. The physiological response to a combat or use of force situation can be severe yet it can also be controlled. Ideally the human body will only tense or contract the muscles necessary for the movement to occur, and […]
Mission Fuel | The CLIF Bar
Being able to fuel your body while on the move is vital. Whether you are in the military on a mission or a civilian through hiker you need to be able to carry food for your body. You don’t always have time to sit down and setup a camping stove, boil water, and cook your […]
There’s Even More Evidence That Fitness Trackers Don’t Work
(Article originally published on Time by Mandy Oaklander) Fitness trackers are ubiquitous, on the wrists and in the Happy Meals of thousands of Americans. But the latest evidence suggests that they don’t do much to motivate people to move more. Turns out, it’s really hard topersuade people to exercise—even when they have access to how many […]
PRODUCT REVIEW: ELYSIUM ADVENTURE BARS FROM A MARINE FORCE RECON VETERAN
Elysium Industries was founded in late 2014, by Matthew W. Shelley, a veteran of Marine Force Recon. It is a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business located in the foothills of Colorado Springs, CO. The idea for Matt’s bar came after he regularly found himself miles from anywhere, and he needed something substantial to fill his belly. Enter […]
Rep Fitness Plyo Box | Review
Ever since leaving the military I’ve been involved in some sort of PT (physical training), whether that is trail running, lifting, or other physical activities. I’ve joined a few gyms here and there and ended up cancelling memberships at each one. I’m not one for going to a crowded gym to exercise. The advantage to […]
Spartan Carton | Warrior Fitness & Nutrition
The monthly Spartan Carton contains items needed to help you achieve Spartan level fitness standards. Unlike other monthly subscription boxes, the Spartan Carton contains all Fitness and Nutrition related products. The Spartan Carton comes in two monthly flavors; the Citizen and the Warrior. Other than the price, the Warrior level contains additional Workout gear. For […]
SPECIAL FORCES MADE: DON’T LET YOUR PROTEIN POWDER HOLD YOU DOWN!
If you are being held back by your recovery supplement then maybe it’s time to let go of your protein overloaded “recovery” powder and try something that is designed to actually help you recover. The problem with a lot of the protein powders out there is that the market is dominated by supplements that are […]