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Equipping Elite Warriors: The Ultimate Special Forces Gear List

In the military world, Special Forces are known for their incredible skills and tough spirit. They tackle tough missions quietly and succeed because of their intense training and the gear they use. Check out our Ultimate Special Forces Gear List and see what works for you. It shows the advanced tools and gear that help... Read More
13.04.14
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Desert Deployment Gear List

Check out this US Army Desert Deployment gear list used in a recent overseas operations. We try to pack light but also realize that you always need that one piece of trick gear that you left back home – so we threw in a few extra items on our last tour overseas. If you click... Read More
01.03.14
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Compression Shorts for Special Forces Training

We get this question from military athletes about once a month. “Coach, what are good compression shorts to use for Special Forces training?”. Did you wear these in Navy SEAL training at BUDS? Do athletes wear them in Kokoro or GoRuck? Or did you just go “Commando” and not tell anybody? The answer is Yes.... Read More
06.02.14

Bates 922 vs Under Armour Velsetz

Check out these reviews, comparisons and videos of the Bates 922 vs Under Armour Velsetz boots and you make the best decision for your feet. Bates 922 vs. Under Armour Valsetz: A Detailed Review and Specifications Comparison When it comes to tactical and duty boots, two well-known brands, Bates and Under Armour, offer quality options... Read More
28.11.13

Delta Force vs SAS

Are you wondering how the Delta Force vs SAS matchup as elite special operations units? Check out the two services as we talk about how each group works. The British Army has the SAS – or Special Air Squadron. The US Army has their Tier 1 Operatives known as “Delta Force” or simply “the Unit”.... Read More
15.11.13
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Training with Swim Fins for Special Forces

If your going to train for Special Forces like BUDS, PJ’s and Marine Force Recon your going to need to get used to training and swimming with fins. The time to start working with fins is now so that you don’t wait till your in the actual training to try on your first pair. You... Read More
27.09.13

Supplements for Military Training

Supplements for Military Training Special Forces training has always been extremely tough on the mind and body. Back in the day, candidates took a beat down workout and then ran or marched down to the chow hall and ate a somewhat balanced meal. Think of a 1960’s professional football player or D1 College player. Similar... Read More
02.09.13
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Bates 922 Boot Review

The Bates 922 boot gets a lot of publicity as it was the go to boot for Navy SEAL training candidates at BUD/S.  These boots are relatively inexpensive and break in easy – and they drain well.  What is not to like about them. Check out the reviews below and you decide. Bates Tropical 922... Read More
18.08.13

Interview Kokoro Germany: Special Forces Workout Training

I am very honored as my friend in Germany – Art Claas van der Heide – asked me to put together a guest blog at SuprFit to discuss Special Forces Workout Training. I am psyched to hear that Art and his friend Stephan Gross are working on setting up the CrossFit Kokoro gym in Germany... Read More
03.08.13

Effective Pull-Ups for Military Training by a Special Forces Operator

By a US military Special Forces Operator, RKC, name withheld to protect his status. I have a few different methods of training for pullups: Tip #1. If I am training for a Physical Fitness Test, the goal is to accomplish the maximum number of repetitions. I have found that I need to increase my total... Read More
07.02.11
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