*Editors note: Photos and article have been shared with the permission of AMTAC Shooting. The more I teach good Americans to protect themselves and their families, the more I am learning that mindset is something that we have to weave into every aspect of our training. Mindset is not about a talk or a formula, although both of […]
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Maximizing human performance with natural sources of vitamins and minerals
Photo courtesy of the Whoop IG page When I was a young boy, my morning routine was not complete without taking my multivitamin. I can still remember my mom’s voice reminding me every morning to take my Flintstone gummy. I am sure most of you had similar experiences and some of you may still be […]
Who’s more fit–US Marines or Royal Marines Commandos?
U.S. Department of Defense photo For the past few years, select members of the U.S. Marine Corps travel to the U.K. to participate in Royal Marines Commando training. True to the U.S. Marines’ institutional mentality to always adapt and improve, this provides them an opportunity to observe what works and how it can be implemented […]
Army’s search for a new combat boot reveals shortcomings with current designs
In an attempt to improve the soldiers’ well-being and effectiveness the U.S. Army is testing prototypes for its new Army Combat Boot (ACB). The U.S. Army Research, Development, and Engineering Command (RDECOM) Soldier Center settled on a number of prototypes. Over the span of the next four months, the Army will issue them to recruits […]
AMTAC Shooting: Food and fitness for the modern minuteman
*Editors note: Photos and article have been shared with the permission of AMTAC Shooting. Anyone that has trained with me knows the emphasis that I put on fitness. If you are not in good shape is much more difficult to sprint up two flights of stairs, then across a parking lot and make a life or death decision. […]
AMTAC Shooting Fitness Standards
*Editors note: Photos and article have been shared with the permission of AMTAC Shooting. Without standards, it is hard to know where you stand. I have oscillated between having a strong dislike of standards and thinking that they are an absolute necessity. My opinion on standards now is somewhere in the middle. The bottom line is that any standard, whether it is […]
AMTAC Shooting: The Modern Minute Man Physical Training Plan
*Editors note: Photos and article have been shared with the permission of AMTAC Shooting. This article is a continuation of the Modern Minute Man article. If you have not read that article I recommend that you start here. As I continue to explore these concepts we will be looking at different aspects of the core Modern Minute […]
Vehicle Go Bag | Fieldcraft Survival GO-LITE Panel Pack
For a while now, I’ve kept a backpack in the back of my Jeep in case I came across somebody in need of help or assistance, or for some reason, I had to leave my vehicle, I was prepared. I also carried a medical kit inside the backpack as well as inside my center console […]
Watch: The Every Day Mobility Go-Lite Seat Back Bag
I’ve always got my eye open for new innovative gear to aid in my level of preparedness. I recently wrote an article on your everyday vehicle and how I have my personal vehicle setup for emergencies. After seeing this new Go-Lite Seat Back Bag from Fieldcraft Survival, I just may have to rethink the layout […]
Vertx Delta Stretch Pants | Concealed carry compatible and functional
This month’s theme we will be covering pants and the importance of choosing the right pair for your needs. What do you do when you travel to another country, to the local mall, or to work and want to maintain that physical agility you get with your tactical pants, keep your Level 0.5 (pocket) or […]