Archive: Blog

Check out these questions from our athletes on “How to workout during hot weather” and tips to keep your body cool. From Daniel T: Coach, how do I beat the heat? I grew up in Northern MN and function optimally in the cold. For context I’ve done polar swims in the Mississippi during winter and... Read More

Spartan 7 Ultimate Shooting Adventure July 14-17 Hagerman, Idaho Guest Speaker: Medal of Honor awardee Major Brian Chontosh Learn high level shooting and team work skills in the wide open spaces of rural Hagerman, Idaho. Spartan 7 specializes in extremely high end functional training and experiences. This is not a weekend warrior event. If you... Read More

In order to move forward in life you have to believe in yourself. You must have confidence in what you are doing. If you dont have that confidence in your ability to perform then you will not perform at the highest level. Having confidence and believing in yourself is an essential aspect of living a... Read More

We have been programming workouts for over 20 years. We have seen a lot of crazy workouts, we have seen a lot of bad ones. Here’s the top 5 best (toughest) workouts we have ever done… Remember, before you tackle these you need to be in peak physical shape! We suggest you use our SGPT... Read More

Land navigation is a critical skill for Navy SEALs, and it is a key part of the Basic Underwater Demolition/SEAL (BUD/S) training program. BUD/S is a rigorous and challenging training program designed to prepare individuals for the demands of special operations missions. During the land navigation training portion of BUD/S, SEAL candidates learn how to... Read More

Getting stronger doesn’t have to be complicated or expensive. Load a training sandbag up and do the work in your garage, park, front yard, or anywhere you damn well please. Find out below why you need to start sandbag training now. If you click on any link we may get a commission from Amazon.com which... Read More

Check out this video from Navy SEAL Jocko Willink as he breaks down commentary on combat scenes in popular movies. If the reserve parachute doesn’t work the procedure is, basically you’re gonna hand salute the world and you’re gonna hit the dirt, ’cause you’re gonna die. Hi this is Jocko Willink, and this is The... Read More

The Marine Reconnaissance (Recon) units have a rich and storied history within the United States Marine Corps. These units are highly specialized and are responsible for conducting reconnaissance, surveillance, and intelligence-gathering missions in support of the Marine Corps’ operations. In this paper, we will explore the history of Marine Recon units and their evolution over... Read More

Clint Emerson, a former Navy SEAL and the author behind “100 Deadly Skills: The SEAL Operative’s Guide to Eluding Pursuers, Evading Capture, and Surviving Any Dangerous Situation,” shares insights into the benefits of finishing a shower with cold water for your health. Cold water has a therapeutic effect where it can help your body after... Read More

The Danner Resurgent 8 inch hot weather boot is now out on the open market and ready for testing. I have always admired the Danner products going back to my days in the Navy and I was issued my first pair. The new Resurgent is a purpose-built boot to help you on stay fresh during... Read More

One of the world’s deadliest snipers has joined the fighting in Ukraine armed with his rifle in one hand and a camera in the other, and he has begun documenting his latest mission online, calling war ‘a waste of human mess.’ Wali, 40, is a former sniper with the Canadian Forces and recently answered President... Read More

Does Ukraine have Special Forces operating to defend against the Russian invasion? Yes! The Ukraine has some very elite Special Forces and they are 100% functioning to repel the Russian forces. “Like all post-Soviet states, Ukraine inherited its special forces (Spetsnaz) units from the remnants of the Soviet armed forces, GRU and KGB units. Ukraine... Read More

Check out this series labeled “The Fighters workout” as part of the Russian Fighter Pull up program. One look at Mike Tyson’s back when he punched should make it obvious how important the lats are to a fighter. If you click on any link we may get a commission from Amazon.com which helps keep gas... Read More

By Brad McLeod and Jeff Grant We get this question once a month: “How do I toughen my feet for upcoming Special Forces training?” Foot problems are a hidden beast, a beast that is all too effective at unraveling months and years of an athlete’s training and preparation for a big event. Whether it’s SOF... Read More