Open Mind, Empty Cup Everyone needs a Jeff Gonzales in their life. A proficient firearms instructor with his venture, Trident Concepts, Jeff draws from his military experience and years of pursuing perfection on the range. This week John and Tex discuss the details of executing the optimal shot - from fitness, to body position, to…

training with purpose This week we exchange some good old fashioned shit talking with SOFLETE [@sofletehq] founder, Brent Phillips. As it turns out, they do more than sling apparel repost tattoos. This legit training program was developed with the tactical athlete in mind and some of the first spec ops to speak out against hammering…

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training with purpose

This week we exchange some good old fashioned shit talking with SOFLETE [@sofletehq] founder, Brent Phillips. As it turns out, they do more than sling apparel repost tattoos. This legit training program was developed with the tactical athlete in mind and some of the first spec ops to speak out against hammering away with volume. Looking for training that encompasses running, gunning, precision, and power? Look no further than SOFLETE. You don't have to own a pair of silkies to train like a boss. Women's underwear will due just fine.

I had time this week to kick it with the guys so there was a fair amount of pre-show banter and since Tex was nowhere to be found, and unable to defend himself, it was open season on hair jokes. Stay tuned to the end of the episode to hear the behind the scenes chatter.

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You can find Brent Phillips and the Soflete crew on Instagram under the name @SofleteHQ or head to www.Soflete.com for programming, supplements, or apparel for the special hooker in your life.

Bitch, Be Humble This week The Crew answers your questions about front delt activation, eating with abandon when you’re full, best trunk exercises, and what to do if you find yourself playing tennis without pockets? Luke, Tex, and John provide some helpful hints on where to store those pesky spare balls during the match. While…

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Bitch, Be Humble This week The Crew answers your questions about front delt activation, eating with abandon when you're full, best trunk exercises, and what to do if you find yourself playing tennis without pockets? Luke, Tex, and John provide some helpful hints on where to store those pesky spare balls during the match. While…

Fighting Tyranny. If Chuck Norris were better looking and more lethal, he’d just barely touch the awesome that is this week’s guest. It’s impossible to summarize the personality and skill set of one, Rudy Reyes [@RealRudyReyes], and luckily we don’t have to. The Crew chats with former Recon Marine, martial artist, actor, public speaker, and…

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Fighting Tyranny.

If Chuck Norris were better looking and more lethal, he'd just barely touch the awesome that is this week's guest. It's impossible to summarize the personality and skill set of one, Rudy Reyes [@RealRudyReyes], and luckily we don't have to. The Crew chats with former Recon Marine, martial artist, actor, public speaker, and hater of shirts.

Legend, Rudy Reyes, opens up about his childhood and the catalyst for wanting to join the military. His stories about working, training, and "running and gunning" as he calls it, will have you wondering how he even made it out on the other side. Rudy also talks about the highs and lows of consulting for Generation Kill, a series based on the First Reconnaissance Battalion's role during the war in Iraq.

While Rudy's resume certainly makes him overqualified for our podcast, he somehow maintains his humility. It's this combination of modesty and unpredictability that endear him to us.

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Whew. If you made it through that rollercoaster, you have probably already started following Rudy on Instagram @RealRudyReyes. As an American, I'm ashamed to say I haven't seen the Generation Kill series but on the next rainy day perhaps you'll snuggle up with TV Rudy Reyes like I plan on doing.

Small town, big talent. This week we feature our conversation with Derek Woodske [@DerekWoodske], NCAA All American and National Champ in track and field. Although Derek has proven himself a standout athlete and strength coach to boot, there’s something else that makes him unique. Having grown in a small British Columbia town with a population…

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Small town, big talent.

This week we feature our conversation with Derek Woodske [@DerekWoodske], NCAA All American and National Champ in track and field. Although Derek has proven himself a standout athlete and strength coach to boot, there’s something else that makes him unique. Having grown in a small British Columbia town with a population of 250, Derek had limited exposure to athletic talent or even competition for perspective.

A 16 year old and 185 lb Derek Woodske did a barbell back squat for the first time in his life at a local fair. After successfully completing 425 lbs, no one in his small town seemed to bat an eye. It was only by chance, circumstance, and one whopper of a lie did Derek make it out of his insulated community and on to compete in hammer throwing at the highest levels.

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We may hate the internet, but it's where you can find Derek Woodske. He is on Facebook and IG under the name @DerekWoodske. Keep your eyes peeled for the developing website, www.ecobolic.com. It's looking pretty badass already.

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Velocity Based Training. Training for “POWER” has become an increasingly sexy adage to strength and conditioning as of late. But, as some of you may know, this imperative emphasis to displaying strength dynamically is no new phenomenon. Coaches and researchers have been studying the benefits of power based training as well as how to increase…

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