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today's episode covered the following topics:
- 1K vs 1 mile repeats for 5 mile speed
- Pros and cons of kettlebells
- My time management strategies
- Jacked Gazelle 1.0 vs. 2.0
- Building the traps/upper back for rucking
- Reaper formations
- Over-doing it vs. under-doing it for SFAS prep
- Gatorade & Powerade for hydration/performance
- Testosterone boosting supplements
- Deloads during SFAS prep
- Plank improvement tips
- Toe socks and barefoot shoes
- Following JG while prepping for an ultra
- Exercises in my SFAS program
- SFAS standards & numbers to shoot for

Today I welcomed Jon Hamilton from Infitinite Grit onto the show for a long discussion on a wide range of topics.

In the the first hour of the show we dive into Jon's background in the military, to include his early wake up call in EOD school and his subsequent career in the 160th and The Army Special Forces. We then transitioned to present day and discussed his current online coaching business, Infinite Grit. Topics included:

-intro and background
-military career, lessons learned, decision to go SF, his SFAS prep approach from both the physical and personal development perspectives
-a breakdown of what Jon's currently doing w/ Infinite Grit
-the most common struggles of guys prepping for selection (physical, mental, lifestyle)
-underrated/high leverage non-training habits for guys preparing for SFAS
-Jon's current fitness goals, training and highest ROI habits for success

 For the 2nd hour of the show, we both provided our in depth perspectives on answers to TTM listener questions. These included:

- Optimizing training & lifestyle for an LEO 4 days on/4 days off schedule
- Concerns about losing running speed after dropping the intensity and undergo a robust base building phase
- Mindset, strategies and tactics on maintaining fitness throughout the 18X-ray pipeline (OSUT to Day 1 SFAS)
- Pros and cons of strongman style training instead of traditional strength training as a primary focus for SFAS prep
- The differences in fitness requirements for SFAS vs. The Q course vs. ODA life and how to approach each one
- What we think are the most critical, non-negotiable physical and character traits for success in SFAS

Whether or not you're prepping for selection, this episode is full of wisdom for any big goal. I hope you enjoy it and thank you for listening!

Follow Jon: @infinitegrit on IG, InfiniteGrit on YouTube

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Kickstart- beginner/garage gym friendly

Time Crunch- Workouts for those short on time

Hypertrophy- intermediate/advanced

Jacked Gazelle- Hybrid athlete

SFAS Prep- Special forces train-up

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AMPED to announce that the wait is over; Jacked Gazelle 2.0 is officially out and ready for purchase! For a limited time only, you can get it for 25% off (automatic discount). Get ready to take your strength, endurance and athleticism to the next level with JG 2.0

Today is part 2 of the q&a from last week. Topics included:
-Rest Periods for max gains
-flexing muscles for better potential gains?
-Pros & cons of ‘combat PT’ wearing kit/weight vest
-Best electrolyte supplement
-How & when to conduct power training (jumps/throws/oly lifts)
-The downsides of blood work in the Army and where to go instead
Marek, Blokes
-HRV & recovery vs. subjective indicators
-Seated vs. standing calf raises for various goals
-2-a-days for selection prep
-Pull ups & wrist/elbow/shoulder pain
-Belts & wrist straps/grips for novice vs. experienced lifters
-relevance of age when pursuing SF & Ranger Regiment
-Best & worst run splits for speed development
-Front squats & other variations for SFAS prep
-Rucking vs. running for zone 2
-Doing JG with a very active day job (15-25k steps/day)
-The (zero) pros & (many) cons of doing a 10 day ‘greens fast’
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2 & 5 Mile Run Program - run improvement program w/ strength work
Kickstart- beginner/garage gym friendly
Time Crunch- Workouts for those short on time
Hypertrophy- intermediate/advanced
Jacked Gazelle- Hybrid athlete
SFAS Prep- Special forces train-up
TrainHeroic- App based bodybuilding program
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In today's Q&A episode I answered more detailed questions from my new ask me anything google form (find it here to have your question answered in a future show). As such, there were slightly fewer questions than usual but more context was given. Questions included:

-When running repeats or tempo runs, my legs give out before my heart rate reaches zone four or five, how can you train this?
-Have you heard or seen guys in the Q course go from guard to active duty because they want to do the job full-time?
-What has been the heaviest you've weighed and what were your cardio times like?
- when you were active did you ever consider competing in the best ranger competition?
-Can the onX hunt app and/or orienteering be sufficient in preparing for SFAS? What do land Nav courses like TF Voodoo's provide that cannot be achieved by the previously mentioned strategies?
-Is it wise to continue adding zone two volume if I'm still walking for a chunk of it currently at 180 minutes? I'm a former football safety trying to build an aerobic base.
-I've noticed that performing intense workouts later in the day around 4:00 PM negatively affects my sleep. I would like to know the science behind why. Also, if you are forced to exercise later in the day, any tips to help mitigate poor sleep?
-What are your must have daily supplements and what brands?
-When should I be stretching and foam rolling before or after the workout? And for how long is this something I need to do even if I skip the gym?
-What should I eat before a workout at 7:00 AM to ensure I'm well fueled?
-Is there a correlation between heart rate and stress levels?
-For Jacked Gazelle. When going into the tempo run immediately after day four's lifting session, do I have to do the full 10 minute warmup? I'm already feeling warm from leaving the gym, I drop my water bottle off in the car and then start the run from the parking lot.

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Kickstart- beginner/garage gym friendly

Time Crunch- Workouts for those short on time

Hypertrophy- intermediate/advanced

Jacked Gazelle- Hybrid athlete

SFAS Prep- Special forces train-up

TrainHeroic- App based bodybuilding program

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This episode includes 35 pieces of advice I'd give my 21 year old self as a now 35 year old former Green Beret to experience success and smooth sailing throughout my preparation and career.

While this advice is technically biased towards aspiring SOF, I believe it's applicable to anyone looking to achieve big things and any arena. The topics discussed include:
1) You’re doing enough. Training more will only detract from your progress
2) BB Squats grind your shoulders? Here, try this safety squat bar! (You’ll thank me in a decade)
3) Your bench press 1RM isn’t tested at selection. Just be sure to train/overload the push pattern.
4) Your deadlift 1RM isn’t tested at selection. You should still hinge, but what’s your 5 mile time?
5) Being an athlete is great. Sustain! But what are your character flaws and plan to bring them up?
6) Do strength and conditioning...separately most of the time. Do less cardio with weights.
7) You like using machines? That’s fine. They’re great training tools and not impure!
8) If you keep doing burpees while the rowers and bikes collect dust, you’ll be embarrassed in 14 yrs
9) Steve Prefontaine’s mindset is great for motivation, but not great for optimal run progress
10) 12 beers, 9 slices of pizza & late night meat in tube form is not an optimal carb load strategy
11) Instead of ‘training the hangover out of you’ try avoiding them in the first place
12) The things that instill a sense of fear are the things you need to be pursuing
13) You’re always going to feel under-prepared. Embrace it and go perform anyway
14) You should prioritize full ROM lifting instead of 1/2 assed ‘mobility work’ and shortened partials
15)Have more conversations with strangers. “Hi, how are you?, Good thanks” Doesn’t count.
16) Your running background helps, but it’s not everything. What’s your 12 mile ruck time?
17) You need to get uncomfortable more. Brutal training isn’t everyone’s comfort zone, but it’s yours, so that doesn’t count. Find something else
18) Rest days don’t set you back. They do the exact opposite. Take them
19) You hate rest days? Your adult life is going nowhere if you only do things you enjoy. Even more reason to take them!
20) Practice being socially comfortable without booze. It’ll pay off in ~12 years when you quit
21) You’re a little too lean. You’re gonna be cold if you go in the winter. Eat another burger
22) You feel your quads more on a belt squat than a back squat because your femurs are really long. Use the belt squat, it’s ok!
23) Read more books. Listen to books/podcasts on long drives instead of solely music
24) Scroll less. Watch less nefilx.
25) Sleep matters, even when you’re young. Stop treating it like an inconvenience
26) Just because you were born in the same town as someone or drank at the same bar as someone doesn’t mean you’re required to be friends
27) Hang out with people who push you to be better and share your general disposition in life
28) Find someone who has been where you want to go and learn from them
29) Party less. If you succeed in this endeavor, it’ll be despite of your lifestyle, not because of it
30) Nutrition shouldn’t be an afterthought. You’d perform better if you ate better
31) plain water on long runs and rucks is slightly better than nothing (at best). Try some carbs & salt
32) Learn about more things than just fitness and your day job
33) Be more present. Thinking about the future is a great feature, but doing it 24/7 will drive you insane
34) Your parents will advise you based on what they think is best for you, but that doesn’t always coincide with what actually is best for you (ly Mom)
35a) Just because you can do something, doesn’t always mean you should
35b) Anytime you hear ‘you should’ or ‘you shouldn’t’ from someone, pay attention. It could mean you’re onto something extraordinary if you do the opposite of what they suggest

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Today's Questions:
-I'm six months out from SFRE. I built a base to 40 miles a week. Should I do an ultra two months prior?
-Is the T eight 50 program the training that you personally do right now?
-Any advice on getting back to sleep at 4:00 AM after I wake up to pee and loosen sleepiness?
-should you use intro workout carbs during prep if you can't use them during selection?
- Running experience in cold weather? I'm in New York, should I make all runs, treadmill runs or thug out the cold?
- recommendations regarding program design for new coaches, I'm feeling overwhelmed with it. Where did you learn all your program design strategies?
- can you translate tempo runs or interval runs to another cardiom modality if taking time off feet?
- Any thoughts or opinions on nasal breathing?
-Training more functional exercises like burpees, pushup, kettlebell swings tri-set to get high heart rate versus upper lower when preparing for special forces selection in Europe?
- How do you reduce the probability of shin splints in clients who are starting to run?
-How do you analyze muscle strength profiles for from upper back post?
-rope climbing advice. I've been working on grip strength and techniques, how to improve?
-How would you compare your experience of SFAS to SMU selection?

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Kickstart- beginner/garage gym friendly

Time Crunch- Workouts for those short on time

Hypertrophy- intermediate/advanced

Jacked Gazelle- Hybrid athlete

SFAS Prep- Special forces train-up

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Today’s quick episode covered additional questions from the most recent IG Q&A. They included:

-Tips and tricks you did to bring up pushups
-Only rucking in zone two versus shorter intense rush sessions for SFAS prep
-Staying in shape for SFAS while in OSUT
-Downsides of scrolling between sets
-PEDs in SOF/for selection prep
-The power of ranger panties
-Ruck/run miles per week for SFAS prep
-Programming for ranger school prep
-Speed and power development after 30
-How to mitigate the downsides of late nights/drinking

Today's Q&A topics included:

How to base build on Jacked Gazelle
Identifying and intervening with overtraining
Rule # 1: always look cool
Peri workout nutrition in a deficit for max performance
My thoughts on the 'impossible mile'
1 year plan for MARSOC A&S
How to identify whether you need a coach for SFAS or not
Improving running form to be less of a stomper
Body composition vs. bodyweight for SFAS/RE
Bulking & Cutting vs. 'Maingaining'
Weekly mileage for pre-SMU selection base
Difference between repeats and tempo work
Running on road vs. trail vs. mixed terrain
Who should consider tracking calories and macros
Yoke carries for SFAS prep
Advantages of full body lifts 3x/week
Running after lifting; still good for speed adaptations?
Using straps for rows/hinges/pulls during SFAS prep
Heart rate on a time trial and pacing tips to run faster
The age old question: why is my head bigger than my body?
Sumo vs. conventional deadlifts

New Program: 2 & 5 Mile Run Program

NEW EBOOK: SOF Selection Recovery & Nutrition Guide

Programs, articles

New Training Team on TrainHeroic: T-850 Rebuilt (try a week for free!)

terminatortraining.com

Kickstart- beginner/garage gym friendly

Time Crunch- Workouts for those short on time

Hypertrophy- intermediate/advanced

Jacked Gazelle- Hybrid athlete

SFAS Prep- Special forces train-up

TrainHeroic- App based bodybuilding program

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Also, if you know anyone who loves fitness and podcasts, spread the word! My goal is to help as many people as I can and cut out the BS when it comes to fitness, nutrition and health.

Look for weekly (or more) Q&A on my stories. I'll answer your questions on IG and here on the podcast.

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Today's topics included an overflow of unanswered questions from the last 2 Q&As on IG:
Optimal fueling strategies for training
How to alleviate DOMS
Best program for RASP
Avoiding sunburns on long runs
Options for carrying water sources on runs
Avoiding injury at airborne school
Throws and calisthenics on 'rest days'
Rucking programming
Reps dropping set to set. Normal?
Beating imposter syndrome
Training to avoid back pain
Vivo barefoot shoes. Worth it?
Best ways to maintain sleep consistency
Should workouts last longer as you get stronger?
Maxing our on pushups & pull ups weekly. Smart?
Arm training for SFAS prep. Make or break?
Suitcase carries vs farmer's carries
High rep back squats and deadlifts for SFAS prep. Smart?
80/20 running for tactical athletes
Pacing strategies to avoid slow run times

New Program: 2 & 5 Mile Run Program

NEW EBOOK: SOF Selection Recovery & Nutrition Guide

Programs, articles

New Training Team on TrainHeroic: T-850 Rebuilt (try a week for free!)

terminatortraining.com

Kickstart- beginner/garage gym friendly

Time Crunch- Workouts for those short on time

Hypertrophy- intermediate/advanced

Jacked Gazelle- Hybrid athlete

SFAS Prep- Special forces train-up

TrainHeroic- App based bodybuilding program

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TTM Programs 
SOF Selection Prep Recovery & Nutrition Guide

Today's questions:
How much does bodyweight weight affect running?
-I saw you suggested limiting NSAIDs. Why?
-Ranger school at 35 years old, how much lasting health implications would it cause?
-What are your views on proper running form overhyped or absolutely critical for injury prevention?
-Having a rough time getting back to a hundred percent post selection. Any tips?
-Is it a good or bad idea to do runs and rucks in the boots I'll be using at selection?--How long do you try to make your daily walks?
-How would you program maintenance mode runs to prioritize lifts? Is it different for cutting or bulking?
-What role should the low to no impact cardio, erg, spin bike, rubber play relative to running and rucking?
-How to not be a non-select, even if you are a good leader team player?
-How long can strength gain in a caloric deficit last for a beginner?
-On week nine of Jack Gazelle(the deload week)but I'm going on vacation in three weeks. Should I delay deload?
-How important is zone two for base building and what happens if you skip it?
-What is your opinion on last SFAS class pass rate of 11.6%? 0.06%?
-Advice on getting over the fear of jumping out of an airplane?
-When conducting our own research via scientific papers, literature, data, et cetera, is there a way to spot bias?
-How worth it is, Pedialyte for what It provides - $6 for 32 ounces on base.

New Program: 2 & 5 Mile Run Program

NEW EBOOK: SOF Selection Recovery & Nutrition Guide

Programs, articles

New Training Team on TrainHeroic: T-850 Rebuilt (try a week for free!)

terminatortraining.com

Kickstart- beginner/garage gym friendly

Time Crunch- Workouts for those short on time

Hypertrophy- intermediate/advanced

Jacked Gazelle- Hybrid athlete

SFAS Prep- Special forces train-up

TrainHeroic- App based bodybuilding program

Follow me:

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IG: terminator_training

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