Archive: Fitness

Tips to Improve Your Mile Run Time: We get this question every week: “Coach, how do I improve my mile run time?” You may be trying to get better for the next local 5k run. Or you might be considering the Special Forces. We got you. The following are some of the tried and tested... Read More

One of the questions we get frequently at SGPT is about how to do better at pull-ups. 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 the link... Read More

The power of a steadfast grip extends far beyond just holding onto objects—it’s a testament to resilience, control, and overall physical prowess. Whether you’re an athlete seeking to elevate your performance or someone aiming for a firmer grasp on everyday tasks, enhancing grip strength is pivotal. In this guide, we delve into the Top 10... Read More

Jumping rope is one of the easiest ways to build up and train your cardiovascular system.  Even on a cold rainy day – you can break out a basic jump rope in your garage or basement or spare bedroom and get a great workout. If you click on any link we may get a commission from... Read More

Lifting weights out there on the streets is a little different than in Prison. You got to make sure nobody going to choke you out while your lifting a bench press. Check out how these guys show you “How to get strong in Prison”. If you click on any link we may get a commission... Read More

Kevin A. Houston workout For time Run 200 meters Farmers walk with #35 sandbag each hand for 50 meters 10 burpees 10 meters forward and backwards Bear crawl Run 400 meters Farmers walk 100 meters 20 burpees 20-meter bear crawl forward and backwards Run 600 meter Farmers Walk 150 meters 30 burpees 30-meter bear crawl... Read More

What’s your mantra? When the going gets tough, many of us click into dig deep mode and repeat a mantra. This does a few things, and has great results. Why use a Mantra? Simple. When you are pushing hard it keeps your brain focused on the goal. It creates a rhythm as well allowing you... Read More

A question we get weekly is “Coach, how do I improve my mental toughness and create an inner strength?”.  We all want to be strong in times of adversity. Deep down we all want to be ready for anything at anytime. We don’t need to look far to find some good answers. Lebron James and... Read More

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“Hortman” Complete as many rounds as possible in 45 minutes of: Run 800 meters 80 Squats 8 Muscle-ups *substitute 3 dips 3 push-ups for 1 muscle up if needed Post rounds completed to comments. U.S. Army Captain John D. Hortman, 30, of Inman, South Carolina, assigned to the 1st Battalion, 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment,... Read More

SGPT questionaire/ evaluation Please email/send back ASAP Name: Age: Where you live and train now: Weight: Height: Sports played: Injuries? Asthma or heart problems?  asthma/allergies? Special concerns? Current workouts? Please list your times for the baseline physical fitness tests listed below: Times/reps for these workouts Run 1 mile  = 2 minute max pushups  = 2... Read More

Brock Lesnar is known as one of the biggest and baddest of all of the MMA and WWE fighters. Like him or not – Brock steps up to the plate and does some crazy hard workouts. Heavy weights, fast pace and brutal cardio. Think you can hang with Brock? Read on. If you click on... Read More

Ray Lewis is known on the field and off as an intense player. Check out these workouts that this Pro Bowl NFL players uses as he pushes to the extreme. These are all workouts that you can do with minimal equipment. You can workout just like Ray Lewis. If you click on any link we... Read More

Working out with a jump rope is one of the best ways to build up cardio strength. All you need is a little bit of space and a jump rope and your ready to go. The question we get asked all the time is “How to measure a jump rope for your height?”. This article... Read More