Archive: Blog

Just got this question the other day. Coach; I am fatigued from several weeks of training. Do I need a “deload week”? A deload week in fitness refers to a planned period of reduced training intensity and volume. It is typically implemented after a period of intense training to provide the body with a chance... Read More

Pavel’s Grease the Groove Method for Strength “Our communist enemies, who are trying to bury us, have exercise breaks instead of coffee breaks”. -Bob Hoffman, York Barbell Club Your grandfather used to tell you: to get good at something, you must do it often, do it a lot, and do it to the exclusion of... Read More

Are you ready to finally reach your goal? Have you struggled in the past and are looking for that extra boost to get you over the top? In order to reach a destination you must have a map and compass. A plan that can take you there. If not – you are just stumbling along... Read More

Delta Force Tier 1 training is no joke. It’s one of the toughest programs on the planet, with only about 5% of candidates passing. That means 95% of those who try don’t make the cut. Why? Because the bar isn’t just high—it’s nearly impossible. Delta Force doesn’t take just anyone. These elite warriors are handpicked... Read More

If you want to improve as an athlete and as a person, you need a daily training log. It’s not optional—it’s a mission-critical tool. A training log helps you sharpen your workouts, set new personal records, and track your progress over time. Top athletes like Patrick Mahomes, Simone Biles, and Mat Fraser all keep detailed... Read More

I will be honest with you. I made alot of mistakes in training to become a Navy SEAL. I trained in an old school bodybuilding gym back in the 1980s. In all fairness – it was the only thing I knew at 18 years old. Working out in that style of gym I was exposed... Read More

When it comes to building strength, you’ve got two main tools in the gym: sandbags and barbells. Each one has its place, but if you want to develop real-world power, like what we train for in the Navy SEALs, the sandbag brings something special. Let’s break it down so you know which one to use... Read More

By Coach Brad McLeod June 13, 2022. Updated Sept 22, 2024. Rhabdo. That affliction that is the nightmare of athletes who are stricken.  This condition can strike quickly and with little warning. In recent years there has been an uptick in conditioned athletes that are susceptible to this issue. This disease is relatively rare and... Read More

Are you looking to build up your body but don’t want to spend your hard earned money on a globo-gym membership? Need to find a way to knock out a quick workout but only have a few dollars to spend? Check out these easy tips to set up your own Do It Yourself DIY pull... Read More

“How you become a better person—how you gain mental toughness—how you become the person you want to be—is constantly facing the things you don’t want to face.” If you constantly run away from things that you don’t want to face, how is there growth? How is there mental toughness? I can give you a class... Read More

Are you waiting for your ship to come in? Are you standing on the shore, scanning the horizon, hoping that one day, your dreams will sail into your life without any effort on your part? If that’s your strategy, it’s time for a reality check. Success doesn’t come to those who wait; it comes to... Read More

Life isn’t for the faint-hearted. It’s a battlefield where only the disciplined and determined thrive. As Navy SEALs, we’ve lived by this creed, understanding that the difference between success and failure often comes down to one crucial factor: setting clear, written goals. Today, we’re diving into the stark reality of writing down goals versus letting... Read More

Trigger Warning: This article is not for the faint of heart. This session dives deep into confronting your deepest fears and obliterating self-doubt. Inspired by a relentless Navy SEAL mentality, expect no sugarcoating—just raw, unfiltered truth. We will tackle fear head-on, using intense language and hard-hitting tactics designed to break you down and build you... Read More

Overtraining is a curious thing: while we want to push on; we want to become stronger, faster, more agile, and a better all-around athlete, but in order to do that, you must rest and recover. And sometimes, you need to completely power down and rest. The consequence if you don’t? At the very least diminished... Read More