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For a few years now I have been wearing TRU-SPEC pants for my everyday pant. One those began to wear out I decided to look for something different. I wanted to get away from the ‘tactical’ look; no more cargo pants with 18 different pockets that scream I have weapons. I wanted pants that blend […]
Special Operations Forces Selection PT Preparation 9.4.2017 Happy Labor Day, but in our Selection preparation, a good rule to follow is “No Days Off”, Okay, I’m stealing that from my favorite NFL coach but it is apt. Some good pretest work for the Upper Body Round Robin (UBRR) with many of the exercises that will […]
To ensure a state of constant preparedness, the Violent Nomad carries up to three types of Every Day Carry (EDC) kits, each designed to support his mission and help him evade crisis. Whether the call comes or not, the EDC kit also provides an edge against unexpected threats of all sorts, from environmental disasters to […]
Special Operations Forces Selection PT Preparation 9.1.2017 It’s Friday, which means Leg Day [our favorite] at the gym this morning. Let’s get September and our Labor Day Weekend started off right with some Front, Goblet, Dumbbell, and Rear squats. Mix in some lunges and the Weighted Sled Push and capped off with a 4-mile run. […]
Special Operations Forces Selection PT Preparation 8.31.2017 Back to the gym on Thursday morning for a Chest and triceps workout to include some push-ups, sit-ups, and kip ups. Then a 5-mile run over varied terrain. Remember to stay hydrated and mark your progress down in your workout log book. Training: More Preparation for the UBRR: […]
Courtesy of Defense Video Imagery Distribution System Marines from 2nd Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment, hike to a potential climbing route for their night climb during Mountain Training Exercise 4-17 aboard Marine Corps Mountain Warfare Training Center, Bridgeport, Calif., August 1, 2017. Marines with 2/8, based out of Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, N.C., conducted the […]
Special Operations Forces Selection PT Preparation 8.30.2017 Wednesday is Hump Day of the week, so we’ll head to the gym for a back and shoulders workout and then head out for a 5-mile ruck march. Remember to stay hydrated while on the march and mark your progress in the workout log book. Training: More Preparation […]
Courtesy of DoD New York Air National Guard 106th Rescue Wing Pararescuemen gear sits prepared and mission ready at Army Fort Hood, Texas, August 27, 2017. 106th Aircrew Flight Equipment Specialists prepared the gear in support of the 106th Pararescuemen. 1 HC-130, 3 HH-60 Pavehawk Helicopters and 104 Airmen from the New York Air Guard […]
Special Operations Forces Selection PT Preparation 8.29.2017 Tuesday morning is time to go back to the gym to work on pull-ups and rope climbing preparation as well as Leg Day. Go heavier with the sled push to build up some explosion and it will definitely help with the rucksack marches. If you don’t have access to […]
Finding a good tactical watch that is asembled in the USA isn’t an easy task these days. With so many companies outsourcing both design and manufacturing to other parts of the world, “Made in the USA” is becoming a scarce motto. Hopefully, the current administration can turn things around. But for now, owner Jerommie Smith […]
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