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I’ve been asked on multiple occasions over the years what I consider the be a good measuring stick when it comes to fitness, and just about every time, I respond with the same canned answer: fitness is a personal journey, and I’m not here to tell you how to pursue it. I really do mean that, we’re all […]
Aside from my power rack, the single most important piece of equipment I own is my adjustable utility bench. While I was in the beginning phase of planning out my DIY gym I spent a lot of time trying to decide on a utility bench. I didn’t want multiple benches because my workspace was limited. […]
An often overlooked piece of gym equipment is the plyobox. Traditionally a plyobox is made out of wood, and designed in such a manner as to give the user three different heights (depending on which side you place down). Some gyms have gone to a metal plyobox (like a stool), but these are limited to […]
Special Operations Forces Selection PT Preparation Week 8, Day 5 Back to the gym today as we prep for the UBRR with a Chest and Triceps workout. Then a 4-mile ruck march with 45-pounds minimum. Since we’re rucking two days in a row…. It would be a great time, to wear that second pair of boots. […]
It’s that time of year again. The time where people make promises to themselves (resolutions), and an overwhelming majority of these promises are about weight/health. For some people this means enrolling at their local gym, or signing up with a personal trainer to help create a plan. I like going to the gym, I do […]
Special Operations Forces Selection PT Preparation Week 8, Day 4 Shoulders and back day in the gym before heading off to do a 5-mile rucksack march in under 75 minutes. Conduct the ruck over varied terrain. It will probably be a very early start here in the Northeast as we’re supposed to get hit with […]
Special Operations Forces Selection PT Preparation Week 8, Day 3 Tuesday is Leg Day, time for building strength and endurance, begin with pull-ups and towel pull-ups for those who don’t have access to ropes for climbing. Then squats, lunges and the sled followed by a four-mile run in under 32 minutes which is the standard. […]
Special Operations Forces Selection PT Preparation Week 8, Day 2 A good workout is the best way to start Monday and the week off right. We’ll start with the basics of pushups, sit-ups, and crunches, then to the bar for V-ups, pull-ups and dips before a 5-mile run in 40 minutes or less in a […]
We’ve discussed the importance of physical fitness in several articles. Being physically fit will greatly increase your survivability and overall quality of life. If you ever find yourself in a confrontation with a bad guy, being in shape does give you an advantage whether you know it or not. We recently posted an article highlighting […]
Special Operations Forces Selection PT Preparation Week 7, Day 6 It is Friday, so yes, you know it also means Leg Day at the gym. Begin with some Squats – front, dumbbell goblet, and barbell. This builds up the strength in your legs that will help propel the rucksack. Then some lunges and after the […]
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