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Start Here: What BUD/S Really Is Before anything else—understand the mission. BUD/S (Basic Underwater Demolition/SEAL training) is a 6-month selection pipeline designed to answer one question: Will you quit? It is broken into three phases: First Phase – Physical Conditioning (where most quit) Second Phase – Combat Diving Third Phase – Land Warfare This is... Read More

What do Navy SEALs do when the mission is done, gear is cleaned, and it’s time to unwind? They don’t just sit around. They compete. They train the mind. They stay sharp. Video games—especially tactical shooters—can build decision-making, reaction time, teamwork, and stress control. No, it’s not real combat. But the right games can sharpen... Read More

Formed in 1977, “Delta Force” is the 1st Special Forces Operational Detachment-Delta (1st SFOD-D) in the US Army. Its primary focus is on counter-terrorism and the capture of high-value units (e.g. high-ranking ISIS members). The current official name for the SOF team is the Army Compartmented Elements—or, “ACE”. In this awesome video, John “Shrek” McPhee (the... Read More

How to Manage Asthma and Perform Better in Your Workouts Asthma — especially exercise-induced bronchoconstriction (EIB) — doesn’t have to stop you from training hard, performing outdoors, or pursuing your peak physical potential. With the right approach, most athletes can control symptoms, reduce flare-ups, and stay active at a high level. This guide gives you... Read More

Navy SEAL and CIA operator Shawn Ryan explains what he carries everyday to protect himself and others from harm. If you click on any link we may get a commission from Amazon.com which helps keep gas in the truck and the lights turned on. So if you want to help a disabled veteran – click... Read More

SEALgrinderPT Baseline Test to assess physical standards. Warmup 5 minutes with mobility movements 10 jumping jacks 10 air squats 10 inchworm 10 windmills 10 shoulder overhead pass throughs 10 samson stretch jog 25 meters high knees jog backwards 25 meters jog side to side step 25 meters jog karaoke 25 meters back to start then…... Read More

If you’re asking how to prepare for BUD/S, you’re already behind. That’s the truth. Basic Underwater Demolition/SEAL (BUD/S) is not a fitness program. It’s a selection process designed to expose weakness—physical, mental, and emotional. The instructors are not there to train you. They are there to see if you break. And most do. Attrition rates... Read More

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

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 Lionel Messi 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