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Old School Strength vs. Fast Reps A question that I received the other day. “Do Navy SEALs do kipping pull-ups?” The short answer is this: during BUD/S training, strict pull-ups with good form mattered far more than flashy reps. In the Teams, you may see operators use different styles of pull-ups depending on the workout,... Read More

I failed out of Navy SEAL BUDS training on a dive physics math test back in 1982. I was over half way through the 6 month training and had finished Dive Pool Comp. I failed the dive physics test twice and was pulled from BUDS Class 125. I was sent to the fleet Navy as... Read More

There are few evolutions at Navy SEAL BUD/S training that scare candidates more than Pool Comp. You hear the stories: air regulators ripped out masks flooded hoses tied in knots Instructors thrashing your gear underwater panic attacks guys bolting for the surface Most candidates are nervous before they ever step into the pool. And they... Read More

Most athletes think core training is about abs. But for tactical athletes, mountain athletes, ruckers, and endurance grinders, the core is really about one thing: stability under pressure. Your core connects everything together: hips lower back shoulders legs breathing posture When the core gets weak, everything else starts leaking power. You notice it during: long... Read More

As we continue to have a hot summer in many parts of the US and around the world, I wanted to cover a topic that some of you asked about. What are the symptoms of dehydration and heat exhaustion and how to stay ahead of it. Hydration is a key part of optimum performance ,... Read More

In high-intensity training like CrossFit, Hyrox, rucking, ultra trail running, and tactical-style fitness, many athletes focus on workouts, programming, and nutrition. Sleep and recovery are part of that same system — they simply happen off the clock. When sleep is consistent and high quality, the body tends to respond better to training. Energy feels steadier,... Read More

Most athletes make pushups too complicated. They chase burnout workouts. Hundreds of sloppy reps. Chest-to-deck beatdowns that leave their shoulders wrecked and elbows barking. That is not how strong athletes train. I learned years ago at Navy SEAL BUD/S training that sloppy form would get you punished. It is better to do 10 good pushups... Read More

This Isn’t Fitness—It’s Selection. Navy SEAL BUD/S training is designed to make you better – as a Team. It’s also designed to find out who breaks. Over 70–80% of candidates won’t make it through. That’s not because they’re weak. It’s because they weren’t ready for what BUD/S really is: Cold Sleep deprivation Constant pressure Team-based... Read More

If you spend long hours on your feet in heat, humidity, sand, or rough terrain, your boots can either help the mission or destroy your feet. The Danner Resurgent 8” Hot Weather Boot was designed for fast-moving patrols, rucking, range work, and tactical athletes who need lightweight performance without sacrificing durability. I have worn Danner... Read More

Marine Recon training is not designed for comfort. It is designed to expose weakness. The workouts are brutal. The water is unforgiving. The rucks are heavy. The sleep is limited. The pressure never stops. Most people looking into Marine Recon focus only on physical fitness. That is a mistake. Recon selection and assessment are just... Read More

Progenex vs. Myogenix: Which Recovery Supplement Is Better? If you spend enough time around CrossFit gyms, military athletes, endurance racers, or hardcore fitness communities, you have probably heard the debate about Progenex vs. Myogenix. Both recovery supplements built strong followings among athletes looking to recover faster, reduce soreness, and improve performance after brutal workouts. But... Read More

One of the biggest mistakes I see tactical athletes, GORUCK athletes, and future BUD/S candidates make is this: They think more weight equals better training. So they throw on: a 40-pound weight vest a heavy ruck ankle weights boots chains whatever they can find …and then go run for miles on pavement. Sounds hardcore. But... Read More

Hey Coach Brad, I’m stuck in a big rut. Work and family life are overwhelming my personal time. What’s the 1-2-3 method of getting back on track and gaining 1% each day? Will it help? Thanks Jimmy Jimmy: You’re not stuck—you’re just drifting without a mission. That’s fixable. At SEALgrinderPT, we don’t wait for motivation.... Read More

Most people think you need a gym to build muscle. Wrong. You need discipline, progression, and a plan. Bodyweight training—what we use in military training, prison workouts, and old-school calisthenics—has been building strong, lean, capable athletes for decades. The truth is simple: your muscles don’t care if the resistance comes from a barbell or your... Read More