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December 10, 2025Episode 191 - Q&A: Selection Prep for Old Guys, SFAS Prep Around FTX's (NTC), Pull-up Mastery Deep Dive, Dive School/BUD/S Prep (Water Confidence), Optimizing Repeat Sessions, Is Giving Blood Healthy? & More!
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Today's Questions
Donating blood and training recovery
Purpose of shakeout run before PT test
Recovery prep for older candidates at selection
Deload or go back-to-back between programs
Jogging rest during repeats in JG 2.0
Air runner intervals vs outdoor running
Zone 2 treadmill runs in bad weather
Breaking a 15-rep pull-up plateau
Which phase to start Ruck Run Lift four months out
Adding water confidence days safely
Managing NTC or long field events mid-train-up
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Questions? Look for bi-weekly Q&A on my stories. I'll answer your questions on IG and here on the podcast.
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Spoken Supplements: Code terminator_training
Cwench supplements: Code terminator_training
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New Selection Prep Program: Ruck | Run | Lift
Ebook: SOF Selection Recovery & Nutrition Guide
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TrainHeroic Team Subscription: T-850 Rebuilt (try a week for free!)
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PDF programs
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
Jacked Gazelle 2.0 - Hybrid athlete
SFAS Prep- Special forces train-up
Ruck | Run | Lift - Selection Prep
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1 hr 20 min
December 03, 20256 Lessons Learned as a Green Beret that Make Business Success Virtually Automatic
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All Terminator Training Method PDF programs and the SOF Prep Recovery Guide Ebook are 40% off with code CYBERMONDAY thru Wednesday 3 December at 11:59 p.m.
Episode Summary
Kevin shares six Special Forces habits that helped him grow Terminator Training Method from a side project into a thriving coaching business with a long waitlist—and how you can apply them to SOF prep, entrepreneurship, or just being a higher-performing human.
What You’ll Learn (6 SF Habits → Business & Life)
Represent / Look the Part – Why your physical presence, body composition, and overall “put-togetherness” act as a walking billboard for your credibility.
Wake Up Early – Using quiet pre-dawn hours for deep work, training, and needle-moving tasks without distractions.
FITFO (Figure It The F*ck Out) – Developing resourcefulness, solving problems without hand-holding, and learning fast instead of waiting to feel “ready.”
Seek Expert Guidance – Hiring coaches and specialists to accelerate progress, free up bandwidth, and get higher-quality outcomes than doing everything solo.
Work to Standard, Not Time – Setting high standards for output and stopping when the mission is complete—not when an arbitrary clock says you’re done.
Plan & Prepare – Weekly and daily planning, rehearsals, and reps so you’re not winging it with selection, briefs, business tasks, or nutrition/training
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Spoken Supplements: Code terminator_training
Cwench supplements: Code terminator_training---
New Selection Prep Program: Ruck | Run | Lift
Ebook: SOF Selection Recovery & Nutrition Guide---
TrainHeroic Team Subscription: T-850 Rebuilt (try a week for free!)
--- programs
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
Jacked Gazelle 2.0 - Hybrid athlete
SFAS Prep- Special forces train-up
Ruck | Run | Lift - Selection Prep
1 hr 14 min
November 25, 2025Episode 189 - SFAS Run Pacing, Land Nav Myths, Ranger School Prep, T-Boosters, Meal Prep, New Hybrid Program, Peptides and More!
Black Friday Sale Announcement: Every TTM training program is 50% off site-wide. No code needed. This is the biggest sale of the year! Visit: terminatortraining.com
TrainHeroic Team is 25% off for your first 3 months: T-850 Rebuilt
Today's topics
Breathing and zone 2
Weighted pull ups
My favorite cheat meal
Favorite ab exercises
Ranger School prep
SFAS run pacing
Land nav practice
Jacked Gazelle 2.0 and ACFT
New hybrid program
Interval pacing mistakes
Marathon and ultra plans
Two and Five Mile for 35-year-olds
Testosterone boosters
Ruck | Run | Lift trots
Sleep and recovery
Quality vs zone 2 mileage
Meal prep services
Peptides for endurance
Jeff Nichols programs
Golf driver distance
Pre-SFAS program choice
Grass-fed vs conventional meat
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Questions? Look for bi-weekly Q&A on my stories. I'll answer your questions on IG and here on the podcast.
---
Spoken Supplements: Code terminator_training
Cwench supplements: Code terminator_training
---
New Selection Prep Program: Ruck | Run | Lift
Ebook: SOF Selection Recovery & Nutrition Guide
---
TrainHeroic Team Subscription: T-850 Rebuilt
---
PDF programs
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
Jacked Gazelle 2.0 - Hybrid athlete
SFAS Prep- Special forces train-up
Ruck | Run | Lift - Selection Prep
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Let’s connect:
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website: terminatortraining.com
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1 hr 19 min
November 23, 2025Episode 188 - Q&A: Ruck/Run Mileage For SFAS, Overtraining, Programming For Delta Selection, Strength-Endurance Training, Fastest Path To SFAS, Peri-workout Nutrition & More!
Warm-ups & cool-downs
Rower drag factor (zone 2 vs sprints)
Favorite sauces
High-calorie snacks
Fatigue vs motivation
Non-running speed work (base phase)
Golf bag setup
Walking vs jogging recoveries
Wind resistance on treadmill
Sweaty hands / grip on carries
Trainability of strength endurance
Post-training nutrition timing
Disqualified 18X → 11B path
One-year-out Delta prep (T-850 + RRL)
Ideal base-building length
Baseline fitness for T-850
High mileage run/ruck for selection
Deadlift improvement (frequency > “workouts”)
Low vs high zone 2 adaptations
Merrick Health labs panel
Cereal as pre-workout breakfast
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Questions? Look for bi-weekly Q&A on my stories. I'll answer your questions on IG and here on the podcast.
---
Spoken Supplements: Code terminator_training
Cwench supplements: Code terminator_training
---
New Selection Prep Program: Ruck | Run | Lift
Ebook: SOF Selection Recovery & Nutrition Guide
---
TrainHeroic Team Subscription: T-850 Rebuilt (try a week for free!)
---
PDF programs
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
Jacked Gazelle 2.0 - Hybrid athlete
SFAS Prep- Special forces train-up
Ruck | Run | Lift - Selection Prep
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Let’s connect:
Newsletter Sign Up
IG: terminator_training
Youtube: Terminator Training Method
website: terminatortraining.com
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1 hr 17 min
November 14, 2025 Episode 187: Q&A - Grip Endurance, Drinking Culture in SOF, Pogues in SF/SMUs?, My Current Fitness Goal, Running For SFAS Prep, Red Meat Myths, Belt Squats, Carb Refeeds & More!
Today's Q&A Topics:
-SF team culture / views on drinking
-Grip limiting heavy lifts
-Grip endurance (SFAS)
-Pendulum squat rep ranges
-Supplement brands (NSF)
-Belt squat / Pit Shark
-High-carb refeeds
-Weekly run frequency (SFAS)
-Net carbs vs total
-Infantry vs SOF
-Kevin’s current training focus
-41-min 5-mile improvement
-25 hard miles vs 80/20
-Dorsiflexion mobility
-Recovery conditioning vs zone 2
-Backwards sled drag alternatives
-Red meat & heart health
-Increasing lift intensity (form)
-Cereal pre-workout
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Questions? Look for bi-weekly Q&A on my stories. I'll answer your questions on IG and here on the podcast.
---
Spoken Supplements: Code terminator_training
Cwench supplements: Code terminator_training
---
New Selection Prep Program: Ruck | Run | Lift
Ebook: SOF Selection Recovery & Nutrition Guide
---
TrainHeroic Team Subscription: T-850 Rebuilt (try a week for free!)
---
PDF programs
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
Jacked Gazelle 2.0 - Hybrid athlete
SFAS Prep- Special forces train-up
Ruck | Run | Lift - Selection Prep
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Let’s connect:
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Youtube: Terminator Training Method
website: terminatortraining.com
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1 hr 21 min
November 06, 2025 Episode 186 - Over/Underrated Pt 2. - David Goggins, 80/20 Running, Single Leg as MAIN Squat, Keto Diet, Creatine Loading, Circuit Training, "Protein" Processed Foods, Melatonin & More!
Today's topics:
-Creatine loading
-80/20 running (Zone 2 vs higher intensity)
-David Goggins
-Heavy single-leg squats as primary movement
-Barefoot shoes
-“High-protein” processed foods (Kodiak cakes, protein pasta)
-Melatonin
-Weighted circuit training
-Energy gels / intra-workout carbs
-Egg whites
-Keto diet
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Questions? Look for bi-weekly Q&A on my stories. I'll answer your questions on IG and here on the podcast.
---
Spoken Supplements: Code terminator_training
Cwench supplements: Code terminator_training
---
New Selection Prep Program: Ruck | Run | Lift
Ebook: SOF Selection Recovery & Nutrition Guide
---
TrainHeroic Team Subscription: T-850 Rebuilt (try a week for free!)
---
PDF programs
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
Jacked Gazelle 2.0 - Hybrid athlete
SFAS Prep- Special forces train-up
Ruck | Run | Lift - Selection Prep
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Let’s connect:
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1 hr 4 min
October 29, 2025Episode 185 - Overrated/Underrated Part 1: CrossFit, TRT, Fasting, Vo2 Max Training for SOF Prep, Barbell Overhead Press, Creatine, 2000s Hip Hop, Swimming & More!
SALE: All 9 TTM PDF Products site wide are 30% off till 4 November.
Use the code FALL2025 at checkout for the discount.
*note that program prices will increase immediately following the sale.
We switched it up today with an overrated/underrated episode
2000s rap and hip hop
CrossFit
Norwegian 4×4 / VO₂max-focused workouts for selection prep
Using a fan while you sleep
Swim sessions (in a military/selection context)
TRT (testosterone replacement therapy)
Inverted rows and TRX face pulls
Intermittent fasting
Sauna for heat acclimation (heat training)
Switch grip (over–under) on deadlifts
Creatine
Barbell strict press (overhead press)
Tib raises for run/ruck performance and durability
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Questions? Look for bi-weekly Q&A on my stories. I'll answer your questions on IG and here on the podcast.
---
Spoken Supplements: Code terminator_training
Cwench supplements: Code terminator_training
---
New Selection Prep Program: Ruck | Run | Lift
Ebook: SOF Selection Recovery & Nutrition Guide
---
TrainHeroic Team Subscription: T-850 Rebuilt (try a week for free!)
---
PDF programs
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
Jacked Gazelle 2.0 - Hybrid athlete
SFAS Prep- Special forces train-up
Ruck | Run | Lift - Selection Prep
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Let’s connect:
Newsletter Sign Up
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Youtube: Terminator Training Method
website: terminatortraining.com
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1 hr 7 min
October 20, 2025 Episode 184 - Q&A: Log PT Back at SFAS?!, Difficulty of CQB at OTC, Block vs. Concurrent Periodization (SOF Prep), Dive School Prep, Xtra Walking Pre SFAS, AM PT Test Tips, Self-Talk for High Performers & More!
Note: I had some mic issues so this was recorded on Mac speakers.
May need to turn it up a bit
Question topics:
Block vs. concurrent periodization (SOF prep)
Optimizing early AM PT tests
High vs. low rep squats for SFAS prep
Why I left the military
How hard is CQB in OTC?
Pre race/test/event self-talk
Last 6 months pre-OSUT (18X)
PT tests fatigued vs. fresh
Body comp vs. performance pre dive school
Effects of 1 month off training
High step count pre-SFAS
Conditioning & hypertrophy
Crosstraining for run gains
Log PT at SFAS?
Fat but also fast (How?)
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Questions? Look for bi-weekly Q&A on my stories. I'll answer your questions on IG and here on the podcast.
---
Spoken Supplements: Code terminator_training
Cwench supplements: Code terminator_training
---
New Selection Prep Program: Ruck | Run | Lift
Ebook: SOF Selection Recovery & Nutrition Guide
---
TrainHeroic Team Subscription: T-850 Rebuilt (try a week for free!)
---
PDF programs
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
Jacked Gazelle 2.0 - Hybrid athlete
SFAS Prep- Special forces train-up
Ruck | Run | Lift - Selection Prep
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Let’s connect:
Newsletter Sign Up
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Youtube: Terminator Training Method
website: terminatortraining.com
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1 hr 3 min
October 12, 2025 Episode 183 - Q&A: Training Hours/Week pre SFAS, Gains & Partying, OSUT Prep (18X), SOPC for all?, Top Lifts for Each Muscle, TTM Business Beginnings, Option 40 V. 18X & More!
🚨SALE! each SOF Bundle item is 25% off with code SOF25. 🚨
Sale ends Wednesday Oct. 15.
Today's Question Topics:

-Land nav practice in urban areas
-Pre OSUT training for 18X
-SOPC mandatory for all?
-Artificial sweeteners
-Training hours/week pre selection
-Option 40 Vs 18X
-Running & legs on same day: yay or nay?
-Overreaching/peaking/tapering for SFAS
-18 months of TTM programs (pre selection)
-Knee sleeves pros & cons
-Pre selection prep programming
-My favorite lifts for each muscle group
-Dips/bench OHP same session?
-Tetris with JG2.0
-Best plan for Air Force TACP selection
-The beginnings of TTM as a business
-Deloads between TTM programs?
-My golf game update
-Making gains despite college life (heavy drinking)
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Questions? Look for bi-weekly Q&A on my stories. I'll answer your questions on IG and here on the podcast.
---
Spoken Supplements: Code terminator_training
Cwench supplements: Code terminator_training
---
New Selection Prep Program: Ruck | Run | Lift
Ebook: SOF Selection Recovery & Nutrition Guide
---
TrainHeroic Team Subscription: T-850 Rebuilt (try a week for free!)
---
PDF programs
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
Jacked Gazelle 2.0 - Hybrid athlete
SFAS Prep- Special forces train-up
Ruck | Run | Lift - Selection Prep
---
Let’s connect:
Newsletter Sign Up
IG: terminator_training
Youtube: Terminator Training Method
website: terminatortraining.com
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1 hr
September 25, 2025Episode 182 - Q&A: SFAS Non-Select Tips, Land Nav/Rucking & Delta Selection, SFAS Prep Timeline, Rope Climb Tips, Mimicking SFAS in Training, Determining Calorie/Carb Intake (cutting) & more!
Today's Topics
Intro
Should I mimic lack of fueling during SFAS training?
Rucking volume on 2&5 Mile Program vs RRL program
Is 16 weeks enough for SFAS selection prep?
Preventing tendonitis from rope climbs
1-Year return SFAS prep
Running/rucking in a calorie deficit
Do calories “reset” daily for night shift workers?
Sore hamstring, do I push through or pause running?
Ideal carbs to be in deficit, and is MyFitnessPal worth it?
Best TTM program for cutting fat
Tips for non-selects returning to selection
Rucking + land nav at SMU selection
Daily carb intake recommendations
Can you follow RRL program w/out a sandbag?
Is fasting good for performance?
How often should you increase weekly mileage?
Supplement recommendations
Outro
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Questions? Look for bi-weekly Q&A on my stories. I'll answer your questions on IG and here on the podcast.
---
Spoken Supplements: Code terminator_training
Cwench supplements: Code terminator_training
---
New Selection Prep Program: Ruck | Run | Lift
Ebook: SOF Selection Recovery & Nutrition Guide
---
TrainHeroic Team Subscription: T-850 Rebuilt (try a week for free!)
---
PDF programs
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
Jacked Gazelle 2.0 - Hybrid athlete
SFAS Prep- Special forces train-up
Ruck | Run | Lift - Selection Prep
---
Let’s connect:
Newsletter Sign Up
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Youtube: Terminator Training Method
website: terminatortraining.com
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The creator of Terminator Training Method, Kevin Smith, has been lifting weights and chasing peak performance for the past 17 years, the last 11 of which spent as a member of the US Army Special…